Pre-K Homeroom Teacher
Start Date: February or August 2027
Location: Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China
Age Group: 2–3 years old
Key Responsibilities
Classroom Leadership & Teaching
- Lead a Pre-K class as the homeroom teacher, working alongside a Chinese co-teacher and teaching assistant to create a warm, safe and English-rich environment
- Plan and deliver age-appropriate, play-based daily activities in line with the school’s curriculum framework (e.g. EYFS / IPC or equivalent), covering language and literacy, early numeracy, sensory exploration, arts, music, movement and social-emotional development
- Promote English language acquisition through songs, stories, rhymes, role play and consistent daily English interaction
- Design and maintain a well-organised learning environment, including learning corners, displays and age-appropriate materials
Child Care & Development
- Support children’s routines with patience and care, including arrival and dismissal, snack and lunch, toileting, nap time and transitions
- Help children build independence, self-care skills, emotional regulation and positive peer relationships
- Observe and document each child’s progress, and use observations to inform planning and individual support
- Ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of all children at all times, following school safety and hygiene policies
Parent Communication
- Build positive, professional relationships with families through daily communication, regular updates and parent-teacher conferences
- Prepare progress reports, developmental assessments and learning portfolios as required by the school
- Participate in parent workshops, open days and family events
Collaboration & School Community
- Work closely with the co-teacher, assistant and school leadership to ensure consistent classroom management and routines
- Attend staff meetings, curriculum planning sessions and professional development training
- Take part in school events and celebrations (e.g. festivals, performances, graduation, sports day)
- Contribute to a positive, respectful and collaborative team culture
Professional Standards
- Follow the school’s child protection, safeguarding and staff conduct policies
- Maintain accurate records, lesson plans and assessment documentation
- Continuously reflect on and improve teaching practice
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or above (Early Childhood Education preferred)
- At least 2 years of international kindergarten homeroom teaching experience
- PGCE / QTS / Teaching License preferred
- A genuine passion for early childhood education
- (Suggested additions) Native-level or fluent English; a calm, nurturing personality; experience with toddlers aged 2–3 is a strong advantage