Inclusion Teaching Assistant

About Us

iCademy Middle East is a private, US-curriculum online school serving students from Kindergarten through Grade 12 across the Arabian Gulf region and neighboring countries. We are part of the Pansophic Learning group and have been based in Dubai since 2007. We successfully educate over 1400 students and have enrolled over 6000 students. We have over 80 online teachers who are certified subject specialists, based regionally and in the US and Europe.

iCademy Middle East offers an internationally recognized curriculum designed for high interactivity, flexibility, and individualized learning pathways. Students who meet iCademy Middle East’s graduation requirements are eligible to receive a U.S.-accredited diploma. In addition to international and U.S. accreditations, iCademy Middle East is licensed by Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) and is accredited with NEASC (New England Association of Schools and Colleges) and provide NCAA eligible courses for athletes.

iCademy Middle East combines rigorous academic standards with accessible online education to support diverse learner needs.

Position Overview

The Inclusion Teaching Assistant provides day-to-day support to students with special learning or educational needs, including Students of Determination.  Working under the direction of the Inclusion Lead and Inclusion Support Learning Coach, the role supports students in accessing the curriculum, participating in learning activities, and developing independence.

The Teaching Assistant also provides administrative, classroom, and student support to the Inclusion Support Learning Coach to assist with the effective delivery of inclusion services.

Reports To:  Inclusion Lead

Job Type: Full-Time (In-person)

Work Location: Silicon Oasis Hub

Key Responsibilities

·        Supports the Inclusion Support Team in providing effective support to students with special learning or educational needs.

·        Provides one-to-one, small-group, and classroom support as required.

·        Works closely with the Inclusion Support Learning Coach to implement student support strategies and agreed accommodations.

·        Assists the Inclusion Support Learning Coach with the preparation of learning resources, classroom materials, student activities, and other support resources.

·        Supports students in accessing the curriculum, understanding instructions, completing tasks, and participating in learning activities.

·        Implements accommodations and strategies identified in the student's Individual Learning Plan (ILP), under the direction of the Inclusion Team.

·        Provides appropriate prompting, encouragement, and redirection to support student engagement and independence.

·        Supports students with organization, study skills, communication, social interaction, and positive learning behaviors.

·        Observes and reports student progress, engagement, behavior, and concerns to the Learning Coach or Inclusion Team.

·        Supports the Learning Coach with maintaining student records, progress notes, and other documentation as required.

·        Assists with student assessments, transitions, school activities, and other learning experiences.

·        Supports the use of educational technology and learning platforms.

·        Participates in student support meetings, training, and professional development as required.

·        Maintains confidentiality and follows all safeguarding, health and safety, and school policies.

·        Works collaboratively with Inclusion Support Team.

·        Checks school emails regularly and responds to relevant communications in a timely manner.

·        Performs other duties as assigned.

Role Requirements

·        Bachelor's Degree in Special or Inclusive Education, Psychology, Child Development is preferred

·        Training or experience in delivering specialized reading intervention programs such as Toe by Toe and MultiLit is preferred

·        Minimum 2–3 years of experience supporting students with SEN or Students of Determination

·        Experience in a KG–12 educational setting is desirable

·        Understanding of inclusive education and classroom support strategies

·        Ability to follow and implement ILP accommodations and support strategies

·        Patient, empathetic, and supportive approach with strong interpersonal skills

·        Excellent English communication skills

·        Proficiency in Microsoft Office and educational technology platforms

·        Strong teamwork and organizational skills

·        Commitment to safeguarding, student wellbeing, and inclusive education