Kindergarten Class Teacher
Raintree International School
Thailand
- New
- Salary:
- Competitive with comprehensive package
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- August 2025
- Apply by:
- 13 December 2024
Job overview
Raintree International School seeks Kindergarten class teachers to join our progressive, Reggio inspired schools in the heart of Bangkok. Applications welcome for August 2025.
Raintree is an international early years school, with two campuses in Bangkok, offering a progressive programme for children aged 1.5 to 6 years. Our purposely-designed schools are modern, green and spacious and features newly-built facilities including sky gardens, exploration atelier, well-being room and large indoor gym.
Raintree seeks dynamic and experienced early years teachers, who are committed to child-led, inquiry-based learning to join our fantastic team. The Kindergarten class teacher role will be working with children aged 3 - 6 years.
Main Job and Responsibilities of Class Teacher
The class teacher will:
- Be accountable to the Head Teacher for the conduct, management and administration of their class responsibilities, subject to school policy
- Establish and maintain a safe, purposeful and positive learning environment
- Build and maintain positive relationships with all children, caregivers and the wider school community
- Attend to the physical, social and emotional needs of the children as required
- Ensure opportunities for purposeful interactions, questioning and vocabulary to support learning and use this effectively when planning future experiences
- Ensure that the planning, observation and assessment cycle is completed, reviewed, and appropriately communicated to line managers/parents
- Provide a stimulating and attractive environment in line with the school ethos
- Provide written reports and informal dialogue to parents on the development and progress of their children
- Support and lead the staff team within their classroom and wider school where appropriate
- Ensure consistent classroom/behaviour management strategies are applied by all staff within their team
- Work as a part of the wider school team in planning and implementing the school's curriculum, strategic plans and policies
- Understand the need to safeguard children in according with the school policy
Successful applicants for class teacher will have:
- PGCE in Early Years Education, Primary Education or equivalent
- Experience in teaching children aged between 3 - 6 years
- Sound knowledge and experience in working with the Reggio Emilia approach, Early Years Foundation Stage Framework and Birth to Five
- Understanding and / or experience in the Year 1 National Curriculum for England
- Excellent communication, teamwork and organisational skills
- Ability to manage change and show resilience
** All successful applicants will be subject to reference checks, criminal records checks and qualification validation
Our offering
- 2 year contract, renewable upon mutual agreement
- Competitive salary depending on qualification and experience
- Bonus upon agreement
- Additional long service agreement
- Fully furnished flat in prime residential area at the heart of Bangkok or housing allowance
- Return economy class flight per each contract
- Health and accident insurance
- Work permit and visa
- Daily lunch
- Free tuition for your own child(ren) at Raintree International School
- Opportunity to part of dynamic, passionate, and professional team committed to make a difference
Application Process
Please submit your CV alongside a covering letter detailing your educational philosophy via TES or directly to the school at recruit@raintree.ac.th
About Raintree International School
Attached documents
About Raintree International School
- Raintree International School
- 126 Nanglinchi Road, Tungmahamek, Sathon
- Bangkok
- 10120
- Thailand
Raintree is an international school, with two campuses in Bangkok, offering a progressive early childhood programme for children aged 1.5 to 6 years old. While our curriculum is based on the British Early Year Foundation Stage, our approach is informed by the principles of Reggio Emilia, with a unique emphasis on fostering a community of creative lifelong learners.
Raintree Sathorn, which opened in 2017, is located in the heart of Bangkok (Thailand) in an affluent residential area and within 5 minutes drive of the CBD and diplomatic district.
Raintree Sukhumvit (formerly known as The Apple Tree Kindergarten) was acquired and rebranded in January 2024. Our Sukhumvit campus is a purpose-built oasis, nestled within lush green spaces in the heart of Bangkok’s bustling Sukhumvit district. Surrounded by high-end malls, residences, and trendy restaurants, our location is highly sought after by expat families.
We aim to offer the highest quality learning experience with small size classes to ensure each and every child gets the attention and care they deserve. Our child-centred schools are purposefully designed to inspire learning through curiosity and exploration of the natural world. Our facilities are carefully designed according to international early years best practices, with curated spaces that are innovative and stimulating.
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