Job title: EH102 – Full-Time Nanny/Governess – Dubai
Company: British American Household Staffing
Job description: Overview:A kind and caring Mom living in Dubai is seeking a governess/educator to help care for her four children, aged 2-years-old, twin 3.5-year-olds, and 7- years-old. The candidate wouldn’t initially have all 4 children at the same time; there would always be a second person. Mom is open to a live-in or out set-up, a private bedroom and bathroom is offered within their home, or she is open to leasing a 1-bedroom apartment for the candidate nearby.Mom would like for the children to be home-schooled and for the candidate to personalise a curriculum specifically for all four children. You would work with Mum as a tag team, with the curriculum and collaborating with the schedule.The schedule would typically be a 12-hour day, either 7am-7pm or 8am-8pm, with availability to help with morning/night-time routine, and with the flexibility for occasional later starts/finishes. It would typically be a 5-day week with the option for 5.5 days when required.Mom is around and she would like to spend 1-1 quality time with each child.The candidate would ideally be available to start by the end of April.Responsibilities:
- Design and organize age appropriate educational materials and activities
- Sourcing, curating and organizing materials and supplies
- The children enjoy arts & crafts, and have wonderful imaginations, the candidate should be able to encourage them in this area
- The children enjoy messy play and experimenting, the candidate should be able to encourage them in this area
- Deliver lessons in various subjects, providing explanations, demonstrations, and discussions in a fun and engaging manor
- Assist in identifying tutors/private instructors for specialized topics such as computing, foreign languages, etc.
- Personalize a curriculum that is suitable for each of the children’s educational needs and ensure they are following their interests
- It is important that the children learn basic life skills, tidying up after themselves, making their beds in the morning, etc.
- Ensure that mom is kept up-to-date on the children’s progress, challenges, and achievements through informal assessments
- Keep to the typical school day timings and ensure the children are in a routine
- Mom intends to travel frequently and wishes for the children’s learning to continue during this period, incorporating their surroundings, language, etc.
- To be able to encourage manners and set boundaries in a firm, but kind and fair manner
- Ensure there are opportunities for the children to interact socially with their peers, as well as encouraging independent playtime
- Keep a record of the children’s progress as required by home-schooling regulations or agreements with parents.
- Source local classes for gymnastics, jujitsu, or Taekwondo
Qualifications:
- The family love outdoor adventures-weather permitting, so the candidate should enjoy most outdoor activities, and nature
- Health and fitness are important to our family, the candidate should also encourage and promote this lifestyle and be a great role model to the children
- A driver isn’t essential but would be a plus
- Should be open to help with the children’s laundry, light cooking, light cleaning etc. when needed. A housekeeper is also employed
- Mom would prefer the candidate to have knowledge of the US curriculum but is open to British curriculum
- Work with mom and help to schedule events
Requirements:
- The candidate should be motivated, organized, and creative
- The candidate should be vocal and able to help with problem solving, and a great communicator
- US/UK/EU passport/ Green Card/ EAC
- Must have previous experience of working in Dubai
- Must be CPR/first aid certified
- Must be passport and travel ready
Salary and Benefits:
- 25K AED monthly
- Visa provided
- 4 weeks paid holiday
- Annual flight ticket
- Health insurance
Expected salary: 25000 per month
Location: Dubai
Job date: Wed, 02 Apr 2025 00:55:49 GMT
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