AIS Kindergarten Teacher (from Jan 2025)

ROLE SUMMARY:

Australian International School (AIS) Saigon, a renowned international, co-educational K-13 school in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, has been educating young men and women for more than 16 years. Known for our innovation, collaboration and engagement, and our care for each student, we seek a dynamic, visionary, and committed Kindergarten Teacher to be part of our Primary School team. AIS is an IB PYP authorised school. AIS Saigon offers a competitive remuneration package, which includes accommodation allowance; flight allowance; and insurance.  The school community is friendly, supportive, and welcoming.  We place great pride in our ethos, and we value our staff and support their professional development.  Vietnam and in particular Ho Chi Minh City is a vibrant place to live, with a rich culture.  Teachers enjoy an excellent standard of living.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The purpose of the Kindergarten teacher is to promote high quality learning in a challenging yet supportive environment which allows all students to flourish. The role of the classroom teacher is to foster a love of learning and encourage a sense of inquiry among our students and deliver and evaluate quality learning programs. The classroom teacher will implement the vision of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) and Australian Kindergarten framework and inspire students to fulfill their potential. Providing opportunities for high quality learning is at the heart of the role.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Education and Teaching certification in Early Childhood
• Teaching Experience of Kindergarten at least 3 years
• Must be eligible to work within Vietnam
• An understanding of, and experience in the International Baccalaureate Early Years Program would be an advantage, but is not required
• Applicants must have a demonstrable passion for working with children; to develop their learning skills and social confidence and be willing to work as part of a positive and supportive team to achieve the school’s aims and goals

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.