Early Years Teachers

SPGS International School Bangkok is on the lookout for dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years teachers to become part of our founding team. In this role, you will play a key part in fostering the social, emotional, and academic development of our young learners while creating a nurturing environment where each child feels appreciated, supported, and motivated to reach their full potential. Candidates are expected to possess a solid understanding of child development, strong communication abilities, and a commitment to uphold the aspirations, values, and diversity of our school community.

Our Early Years Classroom Teachers cultivate a warm and inviting atmosphere that allows young children to confidently and curiously embark on their educational journey. By providing purposeful play, imaginative experiences, and an emphasis on early literacy and numeracy, they establish the groundwork for lifelong learning. Collaborating closely with families and colleagues, they ensure that every child feels acknowledged, supported, and inspired to discover the world around them. We seek educators who are eager to share their passions and interests through a variety of co-curricular activities, enriching the SPGS International education experience.

For further insights into the role, please refer to the Candidate Information Pack for additional information about the school and the person specification.

Key Responsibilities

While the following list of responsibilities is not exhaustive, it outlines the scope of the role. This Job Description may be updated in consultation with staff to reflect any changes. Given the early stages of the school, some flexibility in duties may be required.

Learning and Teaching

• Design and implement innovative, forward-thinking lessons that are in line with the English National Curriculum and the SPGS mission and values, while considering the school’s international context and location in Thailand.

• Ensure that the values of SPGS International School Bangkok are evident in daily teaching practices, fostering a culture of learning enthusiasm among students.

• Maintain a well-managed, inviting, and stimulating classroom environment equipped with age-appropriate resources and spaces.

• Observe, assess, and document student progress, identifying areas for improvement and planning activities to cater to individual needs.

• Adopt a student-centered approach to support those who may be underachieving, including communication with parents and staff.

• Recognize and celebrate a wide range of student accomplishments to promote a sense of community, rather than competition.

• Supervise the provision of language and learning enrichment in collaboration with specialists, teachers, and assistant teachers.

• Acknowledge the significance of parent relationships and dedicate time to listen to them, particularly as they begin their journey as parents of school-aged children.

• Collaborate with fellow teachers or assistant teachers to co-plan lessons, exchange ideas, and share professional expertise.

Co-Curriculum

• Ensure that student participation is integrated into their holistic education.

• Organize, lead, and deliver co-curricular activities as part of the school’s program.

• Actively engage in the broader school community, helping students to gain rich experiences beyond academic learning.

Safeguarding and Wellbeing

• Establish a learning environment where students can achieve their best and feel secure.

• Keep students’ wellbeing and development at the forefront of all decision-making.

• Take a personal interest in each student's growth, both academically and in co-curricular activities, ensuring they feel recognized, appreciated, and cared for.

• Maintain the highest safeguarding and child protection standards by proactively adhering to policies and procedures.

• Understand that health and safety are collective responsibilities for all employees, ensuring reasonable care for oneself and others while complying with the school’s wellbeing and safeguarding policies, Thai laws, and any specific school procedures or rules relevant to this role.

Marketing and Admissions

• Exhibit the enthusiasm, skills, and commitment to promote a new school and actively participate in various events and activities that highlight the Early Years.

• Serve as an ambassador and advocate for the school and SPGS International.

General

• Embrace and uphold the values and ethos of SPGS International School Bangkok.

• Regularly evaluate your own practice and set personal development goals.

• Maintain high professional standards in attendance, punctuality, appearance, conduct, and fostering positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.

• Adhere to the school’s health and safety policies to ensure a safe working environment for all staff, students, and visitors.

• Participate in assemblies and other school-wide events.

• Undertake additional duties as they arise.

• Meet all deadlines.

Safeguarding

SPGS International School Bangkok is devoted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening for the position, including checks with previous employers and relevant police checks. References will be thoroughly reviewed prior to any job offer being made. We expect all staff to share this commitment.

Inclusive Recruitment

SPGS International School Bangkok encourages applications from all areas of the community as we aim to attract staff that reflect the social and cultural diversity of our student body. We strive to implement fair and inclusive employment policies, interview processes, and arrangements that avoid bias and support all applicants and staff equally.