Learning Support Assistant (Arabic Speaking)

About the role

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support to an assigned student during the school day
• Support the student's participation and engagement in the classroom
• Implement strategies from the student's Individual Education Plan (IEP) in coordination with class teachers and therapists
• Track progress against learning targets and provide regular written updates to the school and the Special Minds team
• Foster the student's independence — scaffolding learning rather than completing tasks for them
• Maintain professional conduct and confidentiality at all times as our representative within the school

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, or a related field (preferred)
• Experience supporting children with autism, ADHD, or other learning differences, as a shadow teacher, learning support assistant, or ABA therapist
• Fluent in English and Arabic.
• Patient, dependable, and professional
• Based in Abu Dhabi or able to commute daily; UAE school experience preferred
• Candidates must meet the specific placement requirements of the partner school

What we offer

• Full-time role, school hours (Monday–Friday)