Home tutors

Home Tutor Jobs in Dubai and the Gulf for Kenyans

Smartmaids Group recruits Kenyan home tutors who support children’s learning at home for families in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, the wider UAE, Qatar and Bahrain. We verify each tutor’s training and certificates in our office and manage the visa, documents and travel for selected candidates.

The home tutor role

A home tutor helps the family’s children with their schoolwork and learning at home — homework, reading, revision and the subjects the parents choose.

The subjects, the children’s ages and the daily schedule are agreed with the employer and set out in the employment contract before the tutor travels.

Typical home tutor duties

  • Helping children with homework and school assignments
  • Reading, writing and numeracy support
  • Revision and preparation for school tests
  • Teaching the subjects agreed with the parents
  • Keeping parents updated on the children’s progress
  • Other learning-related duties agreed in the contract

Home tutor salary and benefits

Typical monthly home tutor salary in Dubai and the UAE
Experience Monthly salary
All 1,500 – 2,000 AED

Typical monthly salaries offered by our partner employers. The exact salary is written in your employment contract before you travel.

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What the employer provides

  • Accommodation All jobs are full live-in: you live in the employer’s home.
  • Food Meals are provided by the employer.
  • Medical insurance The employer provides medical insurance.
  • Work visa The employer provides the visa.
  • Return ticket A return ticket home when you complete your full contract.

For home tutor applicants

  • Kenyan citizens aged 22–45 with a valid passport can apply.
  • Teaching or tutoring experience is important. Tell us the subjects and age groups you have taught.
  • Have your certificates ready — training and certificates are verified in our office.
  • Choose “Home Tutor” as your position when you apply.
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For families and agencies

  • Tell us the children’s ages, the subjects you need help with, the experience you are looking for and your preferred age range.
  • We verify training and certificates in our office, assess personality and cultural fit, and check references from previous employers.
  • If you need a tutor with a specific qualification or subject, include it in your requirements and we will match candidates who have it.
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How recruitment works

  1. Application

    Submit your personal details and required documents. Applications can be made online.

  2. Initial screening

    Our team reviews your application. Initial screening takes 2–3 business days.

  3. Candidate matching

    Applications are reviewed and candidates are matched with suitable placements and employer requirements.

  4. Visa processing & placement

    If selected, visa processing and placement typically take 4–8 weeks, depending on the destination country’s requirements and how ready your documents are.

  5. Pre-departure support

    First-time overseas applicants receive pre-departure orientation and cultural preparation.

  6. Post-placement support

    We check in regularly with workers and employers, and assist with issues, contract renewals and emergencies.

FAQ

Home tutors: common questions

How much do home tutors earn in Dubai?

Home tutors typically earn 1,500–2,000 AED a month, depending on experience and the subjects taught. The employer also provides accommodation, food, medical insurance and the visa, and a return ticket when you complete your full contract.

How do I get a home tutor job in Dubai from Kenya?

Apply online on our Apply page and choose “Home Tutor” as your position. Tell us the subjects and age groups you have taught in the “Tell us about yourself” box. Kenyan citizens aged 22–45 with a valid passport can apply. We screen applications within 2–3 business days.

Can I request a tutor for a specific subject?

Yes. Tell us the subjects and the children’s ages, and we will match candidates with the right experience and certificates.

How do you check a tutor’s qualifications?

Training and certificates are verified in our office, and we check references from previous employers before putting a tutor forward.

How long does it take to recruit a home tutor?

Initial screening of applications takes 2–3 business days. Once a candidate is selected, visa processing and placement typically take 4–8 weeks, depending on the destination country’s requirements and how ready the documents are.

More questions? Contact our team.