LSA & Shadow Teachers · Dubai & Abu Dhabi
Hire classroom support that's never freelance
Learning Support Assistants and shadow teachers for your child — placed in schools and homes across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, vetted, briefed before day one, and 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. 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.
- 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.