Early Years Teacher (Expatriate)

Little Em's Preschool is the only school in Vietnam to collaborate with Reggio Children, proudly bringing the Reggio Emilia Approach® to our children aged 18 months to 6 years. Into this we bring elements of the EYFS. We are also an IB PYP Candidate school, with an aim of achieving accreditation in August 2025. We provide Global Education with a Local Heart - balancing international excellence with Vietnamese cultural values. We have reached a pivotal stage in our journey and as such we are looking to hire fully qualified, native level English speakers to enrich our program.
Little Em's is a Vietnam Tinh Hoa School, feeding into Viet Nam Tinh Hoa Junior School. In August 2025 we are aiming to open Viet Nam Tinh Hoa senior school on a purpose-built site, also in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City. We are a small but growing school. Little Em's has been established for 5 years.
Overview
We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Early Years Teacher to join our vibrant learning community. While experience with the Reggio Emilia approach is not essential, and on-the-job training in this aspect of the role will be provided, the ideal candidate must demonstrate an open mind and willingness to embrace and incorporate this approach into their teaching. A solid understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and/or the Primary Years Programme (PYP) is essential. The teacher will also utilize Read Write Inc. Phonics to support early literacy development.
Working in collaboration with a Vietnamese co-teacher, you will nurture each child's potential in a culturally diverse and creative learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
1. Curriculum and Teaching:
o Plan and deliver engaging and age-appropriate lessons informed by EYFS or PYP frameworks, incorporating aspects of the Reggio Emilia approach.
o Use Read Write Inc. Phonics to develop students' foundational literacy skills.
o Foster inquiry-based and play-based learning to support holistic child development.
2. Collaboration with Co-Teacher:
o Plan and implement lessons collaboratively with a Vietnamese co-teacher.
o Share responsibilities for teaching, classroom management, and assessing student progress.
o Create a culturally inclusive classroom by integrating local perspectives and traditions.
3. Child Development and Assessment:
o Create a safe, nurturing environment that supports social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
o Monitor and document individual student progress, adjusting teaching strategies as needed.
o Provide regular, clear communication to parents about their child's development, including parent teacher meetings and written reports.
4. Integration of Reggio Emilia approach:
o Work in alignment with Reggio Emilia principles, emphasizing child-led learning, collaboration, and the use of the environment as the third teacher.
o Encourage creativity and exploration, respecting children's ideas and individuality.
o Undertake training as directed in the Reggio Emilia approach
5. Professional Growth and Community Participation:
o Participate in professional development related to EYFS, PYP, Read Write Inc., and Reggio Emilia approaches.
o Contribute to school events, meetings, and professional learning communities.
o Contribute to the school's enrichment programme.
o Support the school's marketing efforts as requested.