Early Years & Primary Years Associate Teacher

Bloomingdale International School; Krishna; On-site; INR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Bloomingdale International School is seeking an Early Years & Primary Years Associate Teacher to support our academic team at the Penamaluru, Vijayawada campus. This in-person, full-time role reports to the Principal and requires a passion for young learners and collaborative growth.

The selected candidate will assist with inquiry-based, student-centered learning, differentiated activities, and portfolio development, while engaging with a diverse, international learning community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Child Development, or related field.
• Experience working with young learners in school, preschool, or educational settings preferred.
• Fresh graduates with genuine interest in teaching are encouraged to apply.
• Good understanding of child development and age-appropriate learning practices.
• Strong communication skills in English.
• Patience, empathy, creativity, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a teaching team.
• Basic computer/IT skills and willingness to use digital learning tools.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and grow professionally.
• Prior IB PYP or international curriculum experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Experience in Early Years, Preschool, Kindergarten, Montessori, CBSE, ICSE, Cambridge, or similar environments.
• Interest in inquiry-based, play-based, experiential, and child-centered learning.

Responsibilities

• Support the lead teacher in planning and delivering engaging learning activities.
• Assist in implementing inquiry-based and student-centered learning experiences.
• Support differentiated activities to meet individual student needs.
• Reinforce concepts through small-group and one-to-one activities.
• Encourage student participation, curiosity, creativity, and collaboration.
• Help maintain a positive, safe, inclusive, and well-organized classroom.
• Support students during classroom activities, transitions, meals, outdoor play, and routines.
• Observe and document student learning, development, behaviour, and progress.
• Provide appropriate emotional and academic support under guidance of the lead teacher.
• Assist with student portfolios, classroom displays, teaching resources, and learning materials.
• Collaborate with lead teachers, subject teachers, coordinators, and support staff.
• Participate in team meetings, planning sessions, professional development programmes, and school activities.
• Support school events, assemblies, field trips, celebrations, and special programmes.
• Provide classroom support or substitution when required.

Skills

English communication

Team collaboration

Patience & empathy

Creativity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Early Childhood Education

Child Development

Tools

Basic IT skills

Digital learning tools

Job description

Early Years & Primary Years Associate Teacher

Are you passionate about working with young learners and looking for an opportunity to grow your teaching career in a collaborative and international learning environment?

Bloomingdale International School is looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and committed Early Years & Primary Years Associate Teacher to support our academic team at our Penamaluru, Vijayawada campus.

This role is ideal for educators who enjoy working with children, supporting classroom learning, and developing their teaching skills through hands‑on experience and mentorship.

Position: Early Years & Primary Years Associate Teacher

School: Bloomingdale International School

Department: Early Years & Primary Years Programme

Employment: Full-time | In-person

Reports to: Principal

Joining: Immediate / Early joiners preferred

Candidates currently outside Vijayawada who are willing to relocate are encouraged to apply.

What You'll Do

• Support the lead teacher in planning and delivering engaging learning activities.
• Assist in implementing inquiry-based and student-centered learning experiences.
• Support differentiated activities to meet individual student needs.
• Reinforce concepts through small-group and one-to-one activities.
• Encourage student participation, curiosity, creativity, and collaboration.
• Help maintain a positive, safe, inclusive, and well‑organized classroom.
• Support students during classroom activities, transitions, meals, outdoor play, and other routines.
• Observe and document student learning, development, behaviour, and progress.
• Provide appropriate emotional and academic support under the guidance of the lead teacher.
• Assist with student portfolios, classroom displays, teaching resources, and learning materials.
• Collaborate with lead teachers, subject teachers, coordinators, and support staff.
• Participate in team meetings, planning sessions, professional development programmes, and school activities.
• Support school events, assemblies, field trips, celebrations, and special programmes.
• Provide classroom support or substitution when required.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Child Development, or a related field.
• Experience working with young learners in a school, preschool, or educational environment is preferred.
• Fresh graduates with a genuine interest in teaching and working with children are also encouraged to apply.
• Good understanding of child development and age‑appropriate learning practices.
• Strong communication skills in English.
• Patience, empathy, creativity, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a teaching team.
• Basic computer/IT skills and willingness to use digital learning tools.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and grow professionally.

Prior IB PYP or international curriculum experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Candidates with experience in Early Years, Preschool, Kindergarten, Montessori, CBSE, ICSE, Cambridge, or other recognized school environments are welcome to apply.

An interest in inquiry-based, play-based, experiential, and child‑centered learning will be an added advantage.

Professional Growth

• Mentorship and guidance from experienced educators.
• Opportunities for IB PYP and professional development training.
• Hands‑on exposure to international and inquiry‑based teaching practices.
• Opportunity to develop classroom management, planning, assessment, and student‑support skills.
• Career growth opportunities, including progression toward a Lead Teacher role based on performance, experience, and qualifications.

Why Join Bloomingdale International School?

• Collaborative and supportive work culture.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development.
• Exposure to international curriculum practices.
• A child‑centered learning environment.
• Meaningful opportunity to contribute to students' academic, social, and personal development.

Open to Relocation?

If you are currently outside Vijayawada and are open to relocating to Vijayawada, we encourage you to apply.

If you are an Associate Teacher, Teaching Assistant, Early Years Teacher, Preschool Teacher, Kindergarten Teacher, Primary Teacher, Montessori Teacher, or an early‑career educator looking for an opportunity to grow, we would be happy to hear from you.