(MENAFN- Khaleej Times)
Published: Sun 6 Oct 2024, 10:15 AM
Last updated: Sun 6 Oct 2024, 11:02 AM
Dubai announced on Saturday, October 5, that exceptional teachers who have contributed significantly to the emirate's private education sector will be granted Golden Visas . On Sunday, Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) announced that the applications for the Golden Visa will open on October 15, 2024.
These long-term residence visas will be granted to educators working in early childhood centres, private schools, and international higher education institutions.
This initiative recognises educators who have demonstrated excellence, innovation, and a deep commitment to shaping Dubai's future through education. The Golden Visa reflects the emirate's dedication to fostering talent, investing in human capital, and celebrating the educators who inspire and empower future generations.
Educators in early childhood centres, schools, and higher education institutions may be eligible for the Golden Visa based on the following criteria:
Demonstrating exceptional academic achievements and innovative contributions to education. Proven success in raising the quality of education at their institutions. Creating a positive impact and recognition from the wider educational community. Proven contributions to improving student outcomes, including academic progress and the attainment of recognised qualifications.
Who can apply
School principals and leaders Early childhood centre managers Academic heads of higher education institutions Teachers (from schools and ECCs) Full-time faculty and senior administrative leaders at higher education institutions
Following are the eligibility criteria for ECC managers, principals, and academic heads of higher education institutions.
Qualifications (For HEI only) : Must have an advanced degree (e.g. PhD, professional doctorate, master's) or relevant professional qualifications (e.g. CPA, professional fellowships).
DSIB rating (For principals only):
Must have improved the school's rating to Good or better in the Dubai Schools Inspections Bureau annual inspections. Must have maintained or further improved this rating.
Research contribution (For HEI only) : Must provide evidence of contributions to research, including published research in reputable journals, research grants and collaborations, consultative reports, or creative work/exhibitions.
Student success: Must provide clear evidence of improved student outcomes, including academic progress, and graduation outcomes.
Leadership impact and feedback: Positive feedback from students, parents, staff, and other stakeholders about the principal's leadership and the overall school environment.
Recognition and awards: Must have received a prestigious education award, either:
Must have improved the school's rating to Good or better in the Dubai Schools Inspections Bureau annual inspections. Must have maintained or further improved this rating Recognition through grants, competitions, or fellowships
Support of key student groups: Demonstrate clear, measurable improvements in:
Must receive a formal nomination from the school's board of governors, citing exceptional leadership and specific reasons for the nomination.
Nomination from the board of governors: Must receive a formal nomination from the school's board of governors, citing exceptional leadership and specific reasons for the nomination.
Community work: Demonstrate positive contribution to the wider community through educational projects, partnerships, or social initiatives.
Eligibility criteria for teachers and faculty
Teachers from schools and nurseries, and faculty of higher education institutions are eligible for the Golden Visa based on the following criteria:
Qualifications (For HEI only): Must have an advanced degree (e.g. PhD, professional doctorate, master's) or relevant professional qualifications (e.g. CPA, professional fellowships).
Professional excellence:
The teacher must provide the following:
Nomination by principal with board of governors' approval and endorsement Evidence of student success in internal and external examinations and assessments Positive feedback from students, parents and school leadership indicating satisfaction with their teaching performance
Faculty of higher education institutions must provide:
Evidence of contributions to research, including published research in reputable journals, research grants and collaborations, consultative reports, or creative work/exhibitions.
Support of key student groups: The teacher must provide evidence of the following:
Demonstrated success in improving the academic performance of Emirati students Demonstrated success in supporting the academic and social development of students of determination
Recognition and awards: Must have received a prestigious education award, either:
A national education award (e.g. the Hamdan Award or similar) or An international education award (e.g. the Global Teacher Prize or similar) Recognition through grants, competitions, or fellowships
Community work: Must have contributed to the school community or the wider community through educational or social initiatives.
Application process
Schools, ECCs, and HEIs can nominate eligible staff members who meet the above criteria.
Required documents
Candidates must submit:
KHDA school rating reports (for principals) Award certificates Survey results and testimonials from students and parents Staff testimonials (for principals, ECC managers, and academic heads) Evidence of community involvement Documentation showing improved student outcomes Recommendation and nomination letters from board of governors
Review process
Applications will be evaluated by a dedicated committee
Committee recommendations will be forwarded to KHDA KHDA will review and coordinate with relevant authorities Eligible educators will be informed of the successful outcome of their application
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