Child-Led Learning Facilitator

Client of Talentmate

We re seeking a warm, energetic, and highly capable Play-Based Learning Coach to guide our 4 and 6 year-old children through daily academic learning and curiosity-led play. This role blends structured teaching with creative, child-led exploration, nurturing both emotional intelligence and intellectual growth. The right person will love mess, movement, and meaningful learning, and will design engaging days that support our children s natural curiosity without screens or rigid curriculums.

Youll work in a home environment that values independence, empathy, and hands-on discovery. Background in early childhood education, psychology, or behavioral therapy is a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and facilitate daily learning experiences based on the children s interests and natural curiosity
• Blend academic structure with exploratory, imaginative play across literacy, numeracy, science, arts, and nature
• Foster emotional intelligence, creativity, critical thinking, and independence through real-world projects and sensory-rich activities
• Implement child-led, curiosity-driven learning models that evolve as the children grow
• Organize field trips, outdoor play, and experiential learning opportunities
• Create and maintain portfolios documenting learning progress using photos, notes, and reflections
• Provide a safe, nurturing, and emotionally responsive learning environment
• Guide children through emotional moments with patience and attunement
  
  

• Academic background in Psychology, Early Childhood Education, or a related field
• Proven experience working with children ages 3 6 in both academic and play settings
• Knowledge or experience in unschooling, homeschooling, or alternative education models
• Familiar with attachment-based parenting or behavioral therapy principles
• Emotionally attuned, patient, and confident in supporting children through emotional regulation
• Enjoys messy play, outdoor games, storytelling, and hands-on activities
• Bonus: Experience working with neurodivergent children or those with sensory differences
• Candidates with Colombian nationality are encouraged to apply.
  
  

• Fluent in English (Arabic and/or Spanish is plus)
• Strong observational and communication skills
• Based in Dubai
• Flexible, proactive, and collaborative mindset
  
  

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Supportive and respectful family environment
• Creative freedom to design meaningful, child-centered learning journeys
• Opportunities for professional growth in alternative education
• Flexible and balanced work schedule