Lead Early Years Teacher

Overview

Age Range: 3 months to 5 years (Nursery & Pre-K)

We are looking for an exceptional female early years practitioner to take on the role of Lead Early Years Teacher in our start-up international school. This is primarily a teaching position with a reduced timetable, combined with responsibilities that support and guide the nursery and pre-K teams to ensure high-quality provision across the stage.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach across the early years stage (ages 3 months to 5 years) with a reduced teaching schedule.
• Support and mentor nursery and pre-K teachers through collaborative planning, sharing strategies, and modeling best practice.
• Help ensure the stage operates effectively, safely, and in line with our philosophy of providing a warm, caring, and stimulating environment.
• Act as the first point of coverage for teacher absences to maintain quality standards.
• Fulfill any duties required in the stage, including hygiene and care tasks, setting the tone for excellence and flexibility.
• Report to the school's Learning/IB Coordinator and work closely with the leadership team to align with the IB framework.

Requirements

• Female candidates only (due to cultural expectations for working with young children).
• Significant experience and proven excellence in nursery and pre-kindergarten education.
• Degree or professional qualification in Early Years Education (required for visa purposes).
• Strong initiative, adaptability, and ability to thrive in a start-up school environment.
• English proficiency for communication with staff and families.
• Experience in the Middle East and/or multilingual environments valued; Arabic language skills a plus but not required.

What We Offer

• A unique opportunity to shape the early years provision in a pioneering school.
• Reduced teaching timetable to allow time for mentoring and stage coordination.
• Professional development and growth within the SEK Education Group network.
• A collaborative, innovative environment in a premium beach destination focused on sustainability and wellness.
• Potential stepping stone toward future leadership roles.