Preschool ESL Teacher - IMA Kindergarten (Thao Dien, District 2)
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About Us
IMA (International Montessori Academy) Kindergarten - now operating with Oxford International Curriculum (OIC) and other ESL programs - is part of the Van Lang Education Group, one of the largest education organizations in Vietnam. We are committed to providing a safe, caring, and creative learning environment that inspires children to develop confidence, curiosity, and foundational skills for lifelong learning.
Our Thao Dien campus (District 2, Ho Chi Minh City) serves children aged 15 months to 6 years in a bilingual, international environment. We pride ourselves on nurturing the whole child and equipping them with the English language and global values to thrive.
Career Opportunity
We are seeking Preschool ESL Teachers to join our international community. The successful candidate will design and deliver engaging lessons, following IMA's school-based ESL program and Oxford OIC framework, while fostering a positive, child-centered environment.
Your Responsibilities
Planning & Teaching
- Deliver English lessons tailored for children aged 15 months - 6 years.
- Prepare engaging lesson plans, teaching aids, and interactive resources.
- Teach up to 30 ESL sessions per week (35 minutes per period).
- Work alongside Vietnamese teachers/assistants to ensure effective classroom routines.
- Conduct quarterly ESL assessments, weekly test interviews, and update progress reports.
- Participate in internal training, curriculum review, and demo lessons when required.
Student Wellbeing & Engagement
- Provide a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment.
- Communicate effectively with parents and colleagues regarding student progress.
- Participate in school events, celebrations, and assemblies.
Job Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree.
- TESOL, CELTA, or equivalent ESL teaching certificate.
- Additional qualifications in Early Childhood Education strongly preferred.
Skills & Experience
- Minimum 2 years' experience teaching English to young learners (15 months - 6 years).
- Strong classroom management and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Familiarity with early childhood pedagogy (play-based learning, emotional regulation, emergent language).
- Confidence in teaching through stories, music, and interactive activities.
- Proficiency in basic IT for lesson preparation (PowerPoints, videos, songs).
- Experience with Oxford International Curriculum (OIC) is a plus.
Qualities
- Patient, caring, and passionate about working with children.
- Flexible, adaptable, and reliable.
- Punctual with strong organizational skills.
- Collaborative and respectful toward colleagues, parents, and leadership.
Our Benefits
- Competitive salary (based on qualifications and experience).
- Annual pay raises and performance bonus opportunities.
- Health & accident insurance, work permit, visa/TRC fully sponsored for 2-year contracts.
- Tuition fee discount (up to 50%) for staff children.
- Complimentary school lunch.
- 10 days annual leave + up to 22 paid days off (including public holidays and school closures).
- Tet bonus, Teachers' Day (Nov 20), and year-end incentives.
- Professional training & career development roadmap.
Safeguarding & Equal Opportunity
IMA is committed to the highest standards of child safeguarding and student welfare. All appointments are subject to reference checks, qualification verification, and a clear national police background check. We welcome diverse applicants and assess only by skills, qualifications, and experience.