Primary Teacher - Jakarta, Indonesia - August 2026

Edvectus Ltd; Indonesia; On-site; IDR 100.000.000 - 200.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A new international school in the Greater Jakarta area is seeking a Primary Teacher to join the founding team. The role involves developing a curriculum aligned with UK standards while being culturally relevant. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree, teaching certification, and at least 5 years of experience in primary education. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in a primary educational setting post-qualification.
• Strong commitment to supporting extracurricular activities.
• Passionate about improving learning and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver an inspiring curriculum.
• Create a nurturing and stimulating educational environment.
• Regularly assess student progress and adapt teaching methods.
• Engage with parents providing insights into children’s development.
• Collaborate with educators for a cohesive educational approach.

Skills

Fluency in English

Excellent communication skills

Cultural sensitivity

Collaborative spirit

Innovative educational practices

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education

Certified in Primary Education Framework

Job description

Primary Teacher wanted for a brand new international school in the Greater Jakarta area. The school will open in August 2026 and will offer a competitive salary from about IND 64,000,000 a month plus a package with comprehensive benefits.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Primary Teacher to become a part of the founding team. This is a unique opportunity to develop and provide outstanding educational experiences for young children, implementing a progressive curriculum that balances the high standards of UK education with the local context of Jakarta.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver an inspiring curriculum which achieves the standards of the Primary Education within the context of Jakarta and in this urban school
• Create a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating educational environment for young learners.
• Regularly assess student progress, adapting teaching methods to meet individual needs.
• Engage with parents and guardians, providing insights into their child’s development and learning.
• Collaborate with other educators to ensure a cohesive educational approach.
• Participate in ongoing professional development related to the UK curriculum and international education.
• Contribute creatively to school-wide events and extracurricular activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, specializing in Primary Education.
• Certified in teaching, with a focus on the Primary Education Framework
• At least 5 years of experience in a primary educational setting post-qualification.
• Fluency in English, with excellent communication skills.
• Cultural sensitivity and adaptability to meet the diverse needs of students in Jakarta.
• A collaborative spirit and enthusiasm for innovative educational practices.

Professional Qualities, Attributes, Values and Characteristics:

• Commitment to supporting all aspects of our programme including extracurricular activities and contribution to school community
• Have a clear educational vision for the Mandarin programme based on evidence and experience
• Be absolutely passionate about improving learning and teaching, children, and pedagogy in the Primary School
• A determined advocate for language acquisition
• Be pupil focused – students are the at the heart of everything we do
• Intrinsically motivated and inspired to create a world class learning environment
• Action and outcome focused
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Show educational entrepreneurship – solve problems and innovate
• Professional generosity to develop others
• Manage time effectively and prioritise in a busy organisation
• Rise to challenges and be flexible
• Resilience
• Culturally respectful
• Community minded

Please ask your Edvectus contact for the full job description and for details of how to apply.