Early Years Teacher

Guardian Jobs; Doha; On-site; QAR 100,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Nord Anglia Education seeks an Early Years Teacher for Etqan Global Academy (EGA) in Doha, Qatar. The role focuses on play-based, inquiry-led learning within the IB PYP Early Years framework, fostering a caring learning environment and strong family partnerships.

Ideal candidates hold an Early Years qualification (PGCE/QTS/B.Ed), experience 3–6, and a commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice in an international school setting.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Warm, nurturing approach

Commitment to inclusive practice

Safeguarding and child protection

Education

PGCE/QTS/B.Ed or equivalent

Job description

Location: Etqan Global Academy (EGA), Doha, Qatar

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:

We seek an individual to join as Early Years Teacher where your focus will be:

• 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

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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 neurodivergent 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.