Job Description
🌟 VACANCY | Governess/Educator A prestigious Emirati family is seeking a highly educated, warm and professional Governess to support the education, development and overall well-being of two children (8 & 5) This is an education and child-development focused role, rather than a traditional nanny position. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the children's academic progress, confidence, independence, emotional development, behavior and social skills. 📍 Location: Dubai 📅 Working Schedule: 6 days per week ⏰ Working Hours: 10 hours per day Key Responsibilities • Support the children's academic, emotional, behavioral and social development. • Assist with homework, reading, school assignments and educational activities. • Plan engaging, appropriate learning and enrichment activities. • Build strong foundations in reading, communication, numeracy, critical thinking and general knowledge. • Encourage curiosity, creativity, confidence and a positive attitude towards learning. • Help develop independence, responsibility and emotional intelligence. • Establish appropriate routines, boundaries and positive behavioral expectations. • Guide the children in manners, etiquette, communication and social behavior. • Monitor educational and developmental progress and identify areas where additional support may be beneficial. • Liaise with parents, teachers, tutors and educational professionals when required. • Coordinate extracurricular activities, educational programs and enrichment opportunities. • Organize educational outings, cultural activities, reading sessions, games and stimulating activities. • Encourage healthy habits and appropriate use of technology and screen time. • Accompany the children to activities and appointments when required. • Travel domestically and internationally with the family and maintain routines and educational activities during travel. • Work professionally with nannies, drivers and other household staff. • Provide regular updates to the parents regarding the children's progress and activities. • Maintain the highest level of confidentiality, discretion and professionalism. Candidate Requirements • Bachelor's degree or higher in Education, Psychology, Early Childhood Education, Child Development or a related discipline. • Strong understanding of child development and psychology. • Previous experience as a Governess, Teacher, Early Years Educator, Child Development Specialist or in a similar role. • Experience with private, VIP, UHNW or high-profile families would be highly advantageous. • Excellent spoken and written English. • Arabic or additional languages would be an advantage. • Strong academic and educational orientation. • Warm, nurturing and engaging, while able to maintain appropriate structure and boundaries. • Mature, emotionally intelligent and confident when communicating with children and parents. • Polished, professional and well-presented. • Highly organized and capable of managing children's schedules and activities. • Culturally sensitive and comfortable working within an Emirati family environment. • Flexible and willing to travel internationally with the family. • Highly trustworthy, discreet and respectful of the family's privacy.