LSA & Shadow Teachers · Dubai & Abu Dhabi
Hire classroom support that's never freelance
Shadow teachers and LSAs for your child. Vetted, briefed before day one, supervised throughout.
What's included
Placement, briefing, and follow-through.
- Matched to your child's specific needs, not assigned generically
- Fully briefed on the care plan before their first day
- Direct coordination with your child's school and SENCO
- Clinical lead reviews progress against real goals
- Consistent point of contact if anything needs adjusting
- Documentation and contracts handled centrally
Cost, near-me & insurance
Local reach, clear pricing.
We place LSAs and shadow teachers across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with reach into the other emirates — in schools, and at home as a SEN governess. If you're comparing shadow teacher costs in Dubai, we'll give you a straightforward estimate after a short consultation — hourly rates vary by the child's needs and hours required. Some insurance plans contribute toward classroom support tied to a therapy plan; we'll help you check.
Frequently asked
Questions families ask.
- What's the difference between an LSA and a shadow teacher?
- In the UAE the terms are often used interchangeably. Both sit alongside a child in class to support access to the curriculum; we brief and supervise them the same way regardless of title.
- Which schools do you work with?
- We place LSAs and shadow teachers into British, American and IB curriculum schools across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, coordinating directly with each school's SENCO.
- How much does an LSA cost in Dubai?
- Rates depend on hours, the child's needs and the school's requirements. We'll give you a clear estimate after understanding your situation — no fixed package.
- How are LSAs vetted and supervised?
- Every LSA is background-checked, credentialed, and reports into a clinical lead who reviews their work — never freelance or unsupervised.
- Can an LSA also support at home, not just school?
- Yes — many families combine in-school shadow support with home-based sessions for consistency. Where the support is mostly at home and covers the whole day rather than lessons alone, the role is usually advertised as a SEN governess; it is the same training and often the same person.
- I'm looking for a shadow teacher job, not to hire one — is this the right page?
- This page is for families and schools hiring an LSA or shadow teacher. If you're a practitioner looking for placement, mentorship or certification, our Specialists page is what you want instead.
Need an LSA or shadow teacher?
Tell us about your child's school and needs — we'll respond with realistic options.