Native English-Speaking Preschool Teacher

Yayasan Horizon Karya Mulia; Batam; On-site; IDR 60,000,000 - 90,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Yayasan Horizon Karya Mulia in Batam, Indonesia, seeks an expert English-speaking preschool teacher for our international preschool. You will teach children aged 1.5–5 years in English, creating a positive, nurturing learning environment where students feel safe, confident and inspired to learn.

Key duties include planning engaging activities, observing progress, communicating with parents, and collaborating with staff to uphold high early childhood education standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education required.
• Preschool teaching qualifications and experience are highly desirable.
• Experience with children aged 1.5–5 years is an advantage.
• Willing to relocate to Batam, Indonesia.
• Eligible to obtain Indonesian work permits where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate learning activities in English.
• Create a warm, safe, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment.
• Support children's language development, creativity, social skills and emotional well-being.
• Implement play-based and child-centred teaching approaches.
• Prepare lesson plans, learning materials and student progress reports.
• Observe and assess children's developmental milestones.
• Communicate professionally with parents regarding children's learning and development.
• Collaborate with colleagues to maintain high standards of early childhood education.
• Participate in school events, professional development and parent engagement activities.

Skills

Native English speaker

Excellent English

Interpersonal skills

Classroom management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Preschool teaching qualifications

Job description

Expert English-speaking preschool teacher for an international preschool in Batam, Indonesia. You will teach children aged 1.5-5 years, with English as the language of instruction, and create a positive, engaging and nurturing learning environment where children feel safe, confident and inspired to learn.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate learning activities in English
• Create a warm, safe, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment
• Support children's language development, creativity, social skills and emotional well-being
• Implement play-based and child-centred teaching approaches
• Prepare lesson plans, learning materials and student progress reports
• Observe and assess children's developmental milestones
• Communicate professionally with parents regarding children's learning and development
• Collaborate with colleagues to maintain high standards of early childhood education
• Participate in school events, professional development and parent engagement activities

About you

• Native English speaker with excellent spoken and written English are welcome to apply
• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education
• Relevant preschool teaching qualifications and experience are highly desirable
• Experience working with children aged 1.5-5 years is an advantage
• Knowledge of early childhood development
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and classroom management skills
• Patient, caring, creative, responsible and enthusiastic about early childhood education
• Able to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment
• Willing to relocate to Batam, Indonesia
• Eligible to obtain the appropriate Indonesian work and residence permits, where applicable
• Competitive salary and benefits, commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Work permit (KITAS) support, subject to the employment package and applicable regulations
• Supportive, multicultural and collaborative team
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• A rewarding role in shaping children's early learning experiences