Psychologist

Sharjah Education Academy

Key Responsibilities

• • Direct Support for Children (Primary Role)
    • Conduct psychological, developmental, and behavioral assessments for children aged 0 4.
    • Identify developmental delays, behavioral challenges, emotional regulation issues, and social-emotional needs.
    • Develop individualized psychological support plans and implement early intervention strategies.
    • Deliver one-on-one or small-group sessions to promote emotional, social, and behavioral development.
    • Monitor and document progress using validated early childhood assessment tools.
  • Support and Capacity Building for Teachers
    • Train educators on early childhood development, emotional regulation, behavior guidance, and early warning signs.
    • Provide classroom coaching and model child-centered behavioral strategies.
    • Assist teachers in managing challenging behaviors using proactive, positive approaches.
    • Help create inclusive, emotionally supportive, and developmentally appropriate classroom environments.
  • Guidance, Counselling & Engagement for Parents
    • Offer counseling and guidance to support children s growth and well-being.
    • Conduct workshops on positive parenting, emotional support, early childhood development, and behavior strategies.
    • Communicate professionally with families regarding assessments, interventions, and progress.
    • Strengthen home nursery partnerships for consistent child support.
  • Safeguarding & Child Protection
    • Identify and address concerns related to child well-being following SGN safeguarding protocols.
    • Provide guidance on trauma-informed and child-safe practices.
    • Participate in case reviews and child-protection processes in line with UAE regulations.
  • Program Development & Multidisciplinary Collaboration
    • Work closely with speech therapists, inclusion specialists, and external agencies.
    • Contribute to SGN s early intervention and inclusive education initiatives.
    • Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and provide expert recommendations.
  • Documentation, Reporting & Data Governance
    • Maintain accurate psychological records, case notes, and developmental data.
    • Prepare progress reports, summaries, and recommendations for internal use and families.
    • Ensure all documentation complies with ethical, confidentiality, and UAE safeguarding standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

• • Master s degree in Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Child Psychology, Developmental Psychology, or a closely related field (PhD preferred).
  • Minimum 10 years of experience working with young children in clinical, educational, or early intervention settings.
  • Expertise in early childhood socio-emotional and behavioral development.
  • Bilingual in Arabic and English (mandatory).

Additional Preferred Certifications / Credentials:

• • UAE-recognized licenses or certifications (CDA, MOE, DHA/DOH, Ministry of Health).
  • Experience in nursery/early childhood or GCC educational settings.
  • Knowledge of UAE safeguarding and inclusion policies.

Key Competencies:

• • Advanced assessment and diagnostic skills for early childhood.
  • Strong knowledge of socio-emotional development and behavior management.
  • Excellent communication and counseling skills with both adults and children.
  • Ability to support teachers through coaching, modeling, and practical strategies.
  • High ethical standards, empathy, cultural sensitivity, and confidentiality.
  • Effective collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.

Why This Role Matters?

The Psychologist plays a foundational role in promoting children s emotional well-being, supporting teachers, and empowering parents to foster healthy home nursery connections. By providing assessment, therapy, and counseling across children, educators, and families, the role ensures a holistic, integrated approach to early childhood support. This position is central to SGN s mission of creating safe, supportive, and developmentally enriching environments for Sharjah s youngest learners.