Early Childhood Educator

Job Description – Early Years Teacher (IB)
Position:  Early Years Teacher

Experience:

2–5 years of relevant teaching experience in Early Years; IB/PYP experience preferred

Qualification:

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree with

B.Ed./Early Childhood Education/Montessori/ECCE qualification preferred.

Key Responsibilities
Plan and deliver  inquiry-based, play-based, and concept-driven learning experiences  aligned with the IB PYP framework.
Create a safe, inclusive, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment that supports the holistic development of young learners.
Develop engaging learning experiences that promote  communication, creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, and independence .
Integrate the  IB Learner Profile attributes  and Approaches to Learning (ATL) skills into everyday classroom experiences.
Facilitate student-led exploration and encourage children to ask questions, investigate, reflect, and make meaningful connections.
Plan and implement age-appropriate learning engagements across different developmental and learning needs.
Observe, document, and assess student learning through  formative and authentic assessment practices .
Maintain learning documentation, portfolios, student records, and other required academic documentation.
Differentiate learning experiences to meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
Collaborate with grade-level teams, PYP coordinators, specialists, and support staff for effective curriculum planning and implementation.
Establish positive and respectful relationships with students and promote social-emotional wellbeing.
Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress, development, and classroom experiences.
Participate actively in school events, assemblies, celebrations, professional development, and community initiatives.
Contribute to the development and review of  PYP units of inquiry and transdisciplinary learning experiences .
Promote international-mindedness, respect for diversity, and a learner-centred classroom culture.
Ensure adherence to school policies, child safeguarding practices, and IB standards and practices.
Desired Skills & Competencies
Strong understanding of  Early Years pedagogy and child development
Knowledge of  IB PYP philosophy and inquiry-based learning
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Creative, reflective, and learner-centred approach
Strong classroom management and organisation skills
Ability to plan collaboratively and work effectively within a team
Proficiency in documentation and digital learning tools
Strong observation, assessment, and reflective-practice skills
Warm, patient, empathetic, and child-friendly approach
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a  passionate, reflective, and innovative Early Years educator  who believes in creating meaningful, inquiry-driven learning experiences. The candidate should be able to nurture young learners' curiosity, independence, confidence, and love for learning while effectively integrating the  IB PYP philosophy and Learner Profile  into everyday classroom practice.