Early Years Teacher

Etqan Global Academy; Al Rayyan; On-site; QAR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Nord Anglia Education is seeking an Early Years Teacher to join Etqan Global Academy (EGA) in Doha, Qatar. The role focuses on delivering play-based and inquiry-led learning for ages 3–6 within the IB PYP Early Years framework, fostering a warm and stimulating classroom environment.

The successful candidate will hold a recognised teaching qualification in Early Years or equivalent, have IB/PYP knowledge, and demonstrate strong communication with families.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with Early Years/primary/early childhood credentials.
• Experience teaching ages 3–6 in IB or international settings.
• Knowledge of IB PYP Early Years or equivalent inquiry-based curriculum.
• Strong understanding of child development and play-based learning approaches.
• Excellent communication and nurturing approach with young children and families.
• Commitment to inclusive practice and safeguarding.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child protection.
• International school experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based and inquiry-led learning aligned with the IB PYP Early Years framework.
• Create and maintain a nurturing, safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Assess and track children’s development using observations and portfolio evidence.
• Build strong partnerships with parents through regular communication and engagement.
• Contribute to planning, reflection and review of units of inquiry with the Early Years team.
• Promote the IB learner profile and international-mindedness in all aspects of classroom practice.
• Support children’s wellbeing, independence and social-emotional development.
• Contribute to wider school community activities, CPD and events.

Skills

Teaching qualification

Early Years experience

IB PYP knowledge

Child development

Communication skills

Inclusive practice

Safeguarding

International school experience

Education

PGCE/QTS/B.Ed or equivalent

Job description

Nord Anglia Education is looking to recruit a Early Years Teacher to join Etqan Global Academy (EGA) in Doha, Qatar.

Etqan Global Academy (EGA) is a newly established IB World School in Doha, Qatar. We are looking for a warm, creative and dedicated Early Years Teacher to join our growing team, helping to build an exceptional play-based and inquiry-led learning environment for our youngest students within the IB PYP Early Years framework.

The Role

• Planning and delivering engaging, play-based and inquiry-led learning experiences aligned with the IB PYP Early Years framework
• Creating and maintaining a nurturing, safe and stimulating learning environment where all children feel valued and inspired
• Assessing and tracking children's development using observations and portfolio evidence; using this to inform next steps
• Building strong, collaborative partnerships with parents and families through regular communication and engagement
• Contributing to the planning, reflection and review of units of inquiry in collaboration with the Early Years team
• Promoting the IB learner profile, international-mindedness and the PYP attitudes in all aspects of classroom practice
• Supporting children's wellbeing, independence and social-emotional development
• Contributing positively to the wider EGA school community, including CPD, school events and improvement activities

The Successful Candidate Will Possess

• A recognised teaching qualification in Early Years, primary or early childhood education (PGCE, QTS, B.Ed or equivalent)
• Experience teaching in an Early Years setting with children aged 3–6, ideally within an IB or international school
• Knowledge of the IB PYP Early Years framework or equivalent inquiry-based early years curriculum
• A strong understanding of child development theory and play-based, child-initiated learning approaches
• Excellent communication skills and a warm, nurturing approach to working with young children and families
• A commitment to inclusive practice and the wellbeing of all children
• A commitment to safeguarding and child protection
• International school experience desirable

About Us

Nord Anglia Education is the world’s leading international schools organisation. Our 80+ international schools are located in the Americas, Europe, China, Southeast Asia and the Middle East. Together, they educate more than 80,000 students from kindergarten through to the end of secondary education. We are driven by one unifying philosophy: we are ambitious for our students, our people and our family of schools.

Our exclusive collaborations with prestigious institutions such as UNICEF, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), IMG Academy and the world-leading performing arts school Juilliard mean we’re at the forefront of educational thinking, while creating life‑changing experiences for students.

By joining Nord Anglia Education you will become part of a committed and innovative team. As a member of the world’s leading premium schools group you will be joining an active network of like‑minded people across the world.

At Nord Anglia Education, we are an equal opportunities employer dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce.

In our schools and offices around the world, we treat all colleagues fairly based on their skills and qualifications, without discrimination.

We value individuals from all backgrounds, including those with different abilities and neuro‑divergent conditions, as well as those who identify with various protected characteristics.

Nord Anglia Education is committed to ensuring the highest possible safeguarding standards in our schools and we expect every employee to share this commitment.