Tuyển dụng Preschool Lead Teacher - Wonder Class (18-36 Months) tại Hồ Chí Minh

JOB PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

Take primary responsibility for the care, education and daily operation of the Wonder Class for children aged 18-36 months; develop and implement educational plans in accordance with the School's programme and the Reggio Emilia approach; and collaborate with the classroom team and parents to create a safe, positive learning environment that supports children's development.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and implement educational activities.
• Implement children's daily routines effectively; maintain a strong understanding of the curriculum, teaching methods, and the developmental and psychological characteristics of children in the assigned class.
• Comply fully with professional requirements for lesson planning and preparation, teacher and child records, and the preparation of learning materials for classroom teaching and learning activities.
• Develop and implement weekly educational plans aligned with the programme and children's needs and development; adjust plans based on ongoing observation.
• Organize learning through play, exploration and hands-on experiences, with an age-appropriate balance of indoor and outdoor activities.
• Implement learning projects based on the Reggio Emilia approach.
• Lead collaboration with classroom teachers to design, implement and adapt learning projects, with clear allocation of responsibilities among relevant team members.
• Closely observe children's interests, questions, hypotheses and interactions as the basis for developing and adjusting educational plans.
• Develop projects flexibly in response to children's ideas and discoveries; selectively document the learning process to reflect meaningful learning experiences in accordance with the School's professional requirements.
• Design and adapt the classroom environment as a space that encourages exploration, independence, communication and collaboration; update the Toddle learning management platform and learning records in accordance with current guidelines.
• Collaborate with colleagues to reflect on, evaluate and improve educational practices in line with the School's direction.
• Provide care, ensure safety and support children's development.
• Provide care and education for children aged 18–36 months.
• Proactively identify and prevent risks and implement safety and supervision measures in accordance with School regulations.
• Take turns receiving and dismissing children and supervising during the lunch period as assigned by the School Leadership Team.
• Manage transitions—including handwashing, toileting, meals, sleep and movement—safely, calmly and in a manner appropriate to children's developmental needs.
• Organize and support children during meals; encourage healthy eating habits, respect children's needs and hunger and fullness cues, and do not force children to finish their portions.
• Coordinate with the School Nurse to measure children's height and weight in accordance with the School's schedule.
• Apply positive behaviour guidance; support children's emotional well-being and self-regulation; and comply with safeguarding, child safety, hygiene and incident-reporting procedures.
• Collaborate with relevant specialist teams to support children's diverse developmental and learning needs.
• Lead the class and coordinate the classroom team.
• Take primary responsibility for the quality of classroom organization, care, education and daily operations.
• Proactively guide, assign and coordinate the duties of the English teacher, nanny and classroom support staff, ensuring that responsibilities are clearly aligned.
• Monitor and provide feedback on team members' performance of assigned duties, and report matters requiring support to the Early Years Coordinator.
• Maintain an orderly and safe classroom environment and proactively coordinate the resolution of issues arising in daily operations.
• Collaborate with parents and undertake other duties.
• Build a close and collaborative relationship with parents in supporting children's care and education.
• Provide appropriate updates on children's learning, development and well-being, and communicate with parents in accordance with School procedures.
• Monitor monthly attendance; promptly contact parents to determine the reason for an absence of three (03) days or more and inform the School Nurse.
• Prepare children's progress reports and participate in parent meetings in accordance with the School's schedule.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the direct supervisor when required.

Yêu cầu công việc

Knowledge - Skills - Personal Attributes:

• Strong knowledge of the early years curriculum and teaching methods, as well as the developmental and psychological characteristics of children aged 18-36 months.
• Understanding of early childhood development, responsive caregiving and positive behaviour guidance.
• Understanding of the Reggio Emilia approach, or willingness to undertake training and apply it appropriately within the School's programme.
• Good written and spoken English skills.
• Good office technology skills and ability to integrate technology into teaching.
• Logical thinking, problem-solving ability and creativity.
• Ability to organize the classroom, collaborate effectively within a team, proactively solve problems and respond constructively to professional feedback.
• Experience in implementing integrated Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) projects for young children is an advantage
• Integrity, responsibility and a collaborative spirit.
• Proactive, flexible, patient and respectful of children.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or college diploma in Early Childhood Education.
• At least two (02) years of preschool teaching experience.
• Direct experience working with children aged 18–36 months is preferred.

Quyền lợi

• Thưởng: Competitive bonuses.
• Nghỉ phép có lương: The 2026-2027 school calendar includes the following breaks: Winter and New Year break: 28 December 2026-1 January 2027; Lunar New Year break: 1-12 February 2027; School break combined with the Hung Kings Commemoration Day, Reunification Day and International Labour Day public holidays: 26 April-3 May 2027; Summer break according to the student calendar: 28 June-2 July 2027. The School operates a summer programme in July.
• Đào tạo: Training in the Reggio Emilia approach.
• Khác: Competitive salary and benefits. Work in a dynamic and creative educational environment that values collaboration and professional development.