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School Psychologist

School of Modern Skills

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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Start September 2024

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Contract Length: 2 years

Number of Vacancies: 1

Student Level:

Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle School

Eligible Candidates:

University Graduate

School Requirements:

Education Required: Bachelor
Minimum Teaching Experience: 2 years of teaching experience
Major: Psychology

Additional School Requirements:

Expected Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology
IELTS min requirement 7.5

Desirable:

2-3 years experience in American curriculum
IELTS min requirement of 7.5
Possession of a functional understanding of the Arabic language to facilitate effective communication with various stakeholders, contributing to a multicultural and inclusive educational setting.
Previous experience in engaging and collaborating with Emirati families, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and a proactive approach to fostering positive relationships within the local community.

Job Benefits:

We offer competitive salary packages and a range of benefits, including health insurance, professional development opportunities, and tuition fee discounts for staff children.

Job Description:

The purpose of “School Psychologist” is to assess students’ intellectual and mental functional levels. Their principal job is to look after students’ mental health and to help them overcome a range of behavioral challenges by providing information for program development and student placement; developing behavior plans, and providing information on child development and/or issues on specific students to instructional personnel. They design and implement interventions for a wide spectrum of difficulties children may face, in collaboration with educational staff.

Description:

Design mental-health intervention and prevention programs. Implement counseling and educational methods (e.g. breathing or mental imagery techniques)
Assess students’ functional capabilities and home and/or classroom environment to determine student’s functional level and develop recommendations and/or placement.
Counsel students, parents, and guardians to enhance student success in school.
Facilitate meetings (e.g. IEP conferences, parent meetings, in-services, etc.) to develop plans and/or provide information regarding student’s functional goals.
Set up interventions in occurrences of inappropriate behavior of students to assist students in modifying such behavior and developing successful interpersonal skills.
Prepare documentation (e.g. evaluations, observations, progress, contacts with parents, teachers, and outside professionals, etc.) to provide written support, develop recommendations, and/or convey information
Evaluating and counseling high-risk students
Research resources and methods (i.e. intervention and treatment techniques, assessment tools and methods, community resources, etc.) to determine appropriate approaches for addressing students’ specific needs.

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About the School:

Established in 2006, the School of Modern Skills (SMS) is a distinguished private institution nestled within the heart of our neighborhood, devoted to fostering a globally-minded educational approach. Embracing the rich heritage of the UAE, SMS celebrates the profound values rooted in Islamic traditions while embracing international teaching methodologies.

With a thriving student body of learners spanning from Kindergarten to Grade 12, SMS prides itself on its diverse community of 120 instructional staff members hailing from various nationalities. Our commitment to excellence is showcased through our distinct male and female campuses catering to Grades 5 through 12, complemented by state-of-the-art facilities including specialized laboratories in technology, biology, physics, and chemistry. Moreover, our expansive campus features premium sports facilities, lush soft-surface playgrounds, a dedicated STrEaM activity room, state-of-the-art science and technology labs, a sustainability garden, and innovation hubs.

At SMS, we offer a rigorous American Curriculum enriched by the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics, and guided by the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) in Science. Additionally, we integrate the esteemed Ministry of Education program for Arabic, Islamic Education, and Social Studies, ensuring a comprehensive educational experience. With an array of electives and extensive extracurricular offerings, students are empowered to explore their passions and interests. Our innovative, student-centered learning environments are complemented by the Google for Education program and cutting-edge online platforms and interactive panels, equipping students with the critical skills essential for success in the 21st century.

Distinguished as a NEASC-accredited institution, SMS constantly pursues international benchmarks, preparing students for the dynamic challenges of the future while instilling within them a profound and enduring love for learning. Join us at SMS, where excellence knows no bounds, and every student embarks on a journey of discovery, growth, and achievement.

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