International Class Teacher (Pre-Nursery and Early Years) - Bhutan

Job Title: Class Teacher
Responsible to: Principal

As a Class Teacher, your key duties will entail:

• Acknowledging and appreciating each child's diverse social, cultural, and religious backgrounds while exemplifying mutual respect and tolerance.

• Engaging in the oversight of pastoral care, health, welfare, and behavior for all students, with particular attention to those in your assigned class.

• Instructing a class in accordance with the school's established policies and guidelines.

• Utilizing a variety of effective teaching and nurturing strategies to provide high-quality learning experiences.

• Submitting planning documents that detail specific learning objectives, differentiated tasks, special needs accommodations, extensions, and assessments to the Principal or designated officer.

• Maintaining professional communication with colleagues about students while ensuring all information remains confidential.

• Guaranteeing that equal opportunities are available for every student.

• Inspiring children to take pride in their environment and to show respect and consideration for others, contributing to the nurturing community of the school.

• Overseeing all aspects of classroom management, including the care of equipment, ensuring resources are clearly labeled and accessible, and keeping the classroom organized and tidy.

• Fostering a vibrant and engaging classroom environment that promotes independent learning.

• Collaborating with the Principal and staff to develop and enhance effective pupil assessment procedures and moderation portfolios.

• Keeping precise records of each child's accomplishments and providing reports as required.

• Cultivating positive relationships with the parents of the students you teach.

• Guiding, motivating, and supervising classroom helpers in their responsibilities.

As a Team Member, you will:

• Work with staff on long-term planning projects.

• Share collective responsibility for school-wide displays.

• Participate in the organization and execution of assemblies.

• Offer and receive guidance on matters impacting the overall performance and ethos of the school.

• Share your expertise with fellow colleagues.

• Engage in appraisal processes and in-service training for your personal, professional, and career development.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2 to 5 years of relevant teaching experience in early childhood education.

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field from an accredited university or college, which requires no less than 3 years of full-time study.

• Teaching certificates, diplomas, or other teacher accreditation courses and certifications are required if the applicant's degree is not in Education.

• IB PYP or IPC training is highly preferred.

• A foundational knowledge of, or a willingness to learn about, inquiry-based learning is essential.

• Applicants must provide original copies of their certificates and academic transcripts for verification purposes.

• International experience, especially in Asia, is greatly valued.