Requirements
The ideal candidate will have a relevant qualification in speech and drama, performing arts, education, or English, along with excellent communication and presentation skills. Essential experience includes teaching speech and drama and/or public speaking, preparing students for LAMDA examinations, and working with children in an educational or performing arts setting. Strong classroom management and organizational skills are also required.
Description
Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Dubai, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Education & Teaching
Company Industry
Education & Training
About the job
At Enrich ME, we redefine what it means to go beyond the classroom, offering students across Cognita Middle East schools an unparalleled platform to excel. Our exclusive and expertly designed programmes in football, swimming, netball, music, performing arts, athlete development and racquet sports unlock potential, inspire passion and create limitless opportunities for growth.
With a focus on driving excellence and fostering inclusion, Enrich ME empowers students to achieve outstanding results while building confidence, resilience and lifelong skills. By extending learning beyond the school day, we deliver transformative experiences that shape future leaders and inspire a lifelong love of achievement.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced part-time LAMDA teacher to deliver high-quality speech and drama and public speaking lessons across our Cognita schools in Dubai. This exciting opportunity is ideal for a passionate educator who can inspire students to become confident communicators, expressive performers, and effective public speakers. The successful candidate will prepare students for LAMDA examinations where appropriate, developing communication, presentation, performance, and critical thinking skills within a positive and supportive learning environment.
Kindly note that this is a part-time role, and as such, visa sponsorship and medical insurance are not provided.
Key responsibilities
Plan, prepare and deliver engaging LAMDA speech and drama and public speaking lessons.
Prepare students for LAMDA examinations, ensuring lessons align with the syllabus requirements.
Develop students' communication, presentation, performance, and public speaking skills.
Build confidence and self-expression through speech, drama, storytelling, and performance activities.
Support students in developing creativity, critical thinking, and effective communication skills.
Prepare students for performances, showcases, and school events where appropriate.
Create a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment that encourages participation and personal growth.
Collaborate with performing arts colleagues and school staff as required.
Ensure safety standards are followed, undertaking risk assessments where necessary.
Maintain records of attendance, performance, examination entries, and student progress, providing quality feedback to parents and key stakeholders where appropriate.
About you
Essential
Relevant qualification in speech and drama, performing arts, education, English, or a related subject.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Strong speech and drama and/or public speaking teaching skills.
Experience teaching speech and drama and/or public speaking.
Experience preparing students for LAMDA examinations.
Experience working with children and young people in an educational or performing arts setting.
Ability to motivate, encourage, and engage students of varying ages and abilities.
Strong classroom management and organisational skills.
Excellent written and spoken English.
Good IT and administrative skills.
Desirable
LAMDA teaching qualification.
Degree in performing arts, drama, theatre studies, English, or a related field.
Experience teaching within a school or enrichment programme.
Experience preparing students for performances, showcases, and competitions.
Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).
Full driving licence.
Enrich ME and Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
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