Head of Early Years – IB School, Dubai

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Head of Early Years – IB School, Dubai

Ambassador International Academy
United Arab Emirates
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Job type:Full Time, Fixed TermApply by:31 March 2025

Job overview

Ambassador Group aims to provide quality education to young minds and help students become responsible global citizens. The founders have over nineteen years of educational experience across the United Arab Emirates, GCC, and India, including the Ambassador Schools in Dubai, The Princeton Review Middle East. Ambassador International Academy is an accredited IB World School located in Dubai and is part of the Ambassador Group of Schools, which share a unified commitment to the group's vision, mission, and values.
We offer personalised learning opportunities to all students, encouraging their growth throughout their school journey. Our International Baccalaureate programmes prepare students with social, communication, and empathetic skills for future environments beyond school. This approach includes our global community, advanced learning methods, and partnerships with parents, aiming to support students in achieving their goals.
At Ambassador International Academy, we combine the IB framework and philosophy with the English National Curriculum in our teaching and learning activities. Our academic programmes are designed to provide students with exciting learning opportunities which are as challenging as they are rewarding. The International Baccalaureate provides a curriculum framework and an educational philosophy that allows our team of expert teachers to design activities that prepare our students academically and holistically for the world beyond Ambassador International Academy.

Role Overview

The Head of Early Years leads the Early Years department, ensuring high-quality, inquiry-based learning aligned with the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and KHDA regulations. This role involves curriculum oversight, staff development, student well-being, and parental engagement, fostering a dynamic and inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

Implement and oversee the IB PYP Early Years curriculum with a focus on play-based, inquiry-driven learning. Lead and mentor Early Years staff, providing training, support, and performance management. Ensure student well-being, inclusion, and personalized learning strategies. Collaborate with parents and school leadership to enhance home-school partnerships. Manage resources, compliance, and operational aspects of the Early Years department.

Living in Dubai

With year-round sunshine, a tax-free salary and endless career development opportunities, Dubai has emerged as a major player in the international teaching market. The expat community in Dubai and the UAE is massive – making up over 80% of the population. Dubai is very accessible. One can be climbing the mountains for a sunrise hike in the morning and then be relaxing on the beach a few hours later followed by sunset drinks overlooking the city. The food scene in Dubai is huge. It’s varied with cuisine from all around the world.
Due to KHDA regulations, we require our teachers to have the following:

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (Master’s preferred). 5+ years of Early Years experience, preferably in an IB PYP school, with leadership experience. Familiarity with KHDA regulations and UAE Early Years best practices.

What we offer:

A supportive leadership team. A school where people can develop and thrive in a caring, fun, and nurturing environment . A competitive tax-free salary and international package which includes accommodation, annual flights, and medical insurance A unique opportunity to experience a different culture.

Early applications for this position are strongly encouraged and the school reserves the right to make an appointment ahead of the advertised closing date should a strong candidate be identified.

Ambassador International Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students thus, up-to-date police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.

About Ambassador International Academy

Al Khail Gate, Plot No. 3653942 Dubai United Arab Emirates
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Ambassador Group aims to provide quality education to young minds and help students become responsible global citizens. The founders have over nineteen years of educational experience across the United Arab Emirates, GCC, and India, including the Ambassador Schools in Dubai, The Princeton Review Middle East, and Inlingua International. Ambassador International Academy is an accredited IB World School located in Dubai and is part of the Ambassador Group of Schools, which share a unified commitment to the group's vision, mission, and values.
We offer personalised learning opportunities to all students, encouraging their growth throughout their school journey. Our International Baccalaureate programmes prepare students with social, communication, and empathetic skills for future environments beyond school. This approach includes our global community, advanced learning methods, and partnerships with parents, aiming to support students in achieving their goals.
At Ambassador International Academy, we combine the IB framework and philosophy with the English National Curriculum in our teaching and learning activities. Our academic programmes are designed to provide students with exciting learning opportunities which are as challenging as they are rewarding. The International Baccalaureate provides a curriculum framework and an educational philosophy that allows our team of expert teachers to design activities that prepare our students academically and holistically for the world beyond Ambassador International Academy.
Ambassador International Academy is a IB World School offering all four International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes—Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP), and Career-related Programme (CP). We provide a holistic, inquiry-based education that nurtures students from early childhood to pre-university. Rooted in international-mindedness, critical thinking, and lifelong learning, the school fosters academic excellence, personal development, and global citizenship. The PYP builds a strong foundation through transdisciplinary, play-based learning, while the MYP develops intellectual curiosity and interdisciplinary skills. In the final years, students choose between the DP, which prepares them for university with a rigorous academic curriculum, or the CP, which blends IB principles with career-related learning. To further support diverse student pathways, the school also offers a BTEC programme, providing practical, industry-relevant skills alongside academic study, ensuring students are equipped for both higher education and the professional world.
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