Head Teacher - Early Years

Applications open until FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Job type: Effective

Workplace: São Paulo - SP

Work model: Onsite

Overview:

At Escola Concept, our Early Years learners, known as "Explorers," are welcomed into a world filled with curiosity, play, and discovery. We believe that intentional play, meaningful relationships, and deep connections with nature form the foundation of a child’s lifelong learning journey. To foster this environment, we are seeking a highly experienced Head Educator to join our Early Years Division. As a leader in teaching, this role will implement exceptional instructional practices, inspire learners, and mentor learning assistants and monitors to drive continuous improvement and student success.

Position Summary:

The Head Educator for Early Years will serve as an exemplary classroom teacher and learning facilitator, ensuring learners thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. You will guide developmentally appropriate, student-centered learning experiences while supporting and mentoring learning assistants and monitors to promote best practices across the Early Years Division.

At Escola Concept, we believe in nurturing the natural curiosity of our learners and fostering an environment of love, respect, and care. As a Head Educator, you will play a pivotal role in shaping meaningful learning experiences, supporting the success of our learners, and inspiring a culture of excellence and innovation within the Early Years Division.

At Escola Concept, we are driven by a set of core values that define our culture and approach to education. Before applying, we encourage you to explore our abridged Manifesto to understand our mission, values, and guiding principles. We believe that aligning with our vision is key to contributing to the success and joy of our learners. If our philosophy resonates with you, we look forward to receiving your application!

Responsibilities and Assignments

Key Responsibilities:

Teaching Excellence & Student Learning:

• Deliver exceptional teaching that aligns with Escola Concept’s educational philosophy, emphasizing inquiry, play-based learning, and student ownership.
• Create and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences that foster curiosity, exploration, and critical thinking.
• Promote student responsibility for their learning and behavior, empowering them to take ownership of their progress and growth.
• Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student learning, identify areas for improvement, and inform instructional decisions.
• Collect data in order to create meaningful learning documentation.
• Adapt teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs and ensure the holistic development of each child.
• Serve as a model of teaching excellence for Early Years educators by demonstrating best practices in classroom instruction and learning environments.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and coaching to fellow educators, fostering collaboration, reflection, and professional growth.
• Support educators in implementing strategies that align with Escola Concept’s approaches, including Reggio Emilia, CLIL, and Psychogenesis methodologies.
• Facilitate opportunities for educators to reflect on student data, share effective practices, and work collaboratively to improve learning outcomes.

Community Engagement & Communication:

• Build meaningful relationships with learners, families, and colleagues, creating a strong sense of trust and partnership.
• Communicate effectively with families, sharing student progress, goals, and successes in a clear, empathetic, and collaborative manner.
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive school community that celebrates each child’s individuality and achievements.

Continuous Professional Development:

• Actively engage in professional learning and stay current with evidence-based practices, trends, and innovations in Early Years education.
• Share new ideas, strategies, and research with colleagues to ensure Escola Concept remains a leader in innovative and effective education.
• Reflect on teaching practices to promote continuous growth and improvement in student outcomes.

Requirements and Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Pedagogy or related fields (required).
• Additional certifications in early childhood education, curriculum development, or instructional leadership (preferred).

Language:

• English proficiency at C1 level (desired C2).

Experience:

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching with at least 2 years of experience in Early Years education.
• Proven ability to improve student learning outcomes and inspire a love for learning.
• Experience mentoring or collaborating with educators to enhance teaching practices.

Skills:

• Exceptional teaching abilities with a strong understanding of child development and play-based learning principles.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and interpersonal skills to guide learners, assistants and monitors effectively.
• Ability to create engaging, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Effective communication and active listening skills when working with families, colleagues, and learners.
• Strategic thinking, adaptability, and problem-solving abilities to meet evolving student needs.

Knowledge:

• Comprehensive knowledge of evidence-based instructional strategies, assessment practices, and curriculum design for Early Years education.
• Familiarity with pedagogical approaches such as Reggio Emilia, Pikler, CLIL, and Psychogenesis.
• Understanding of bilingual education environments and international curricula.

Additional Information

Process Stages

• Step 1: Registration
• Step 2: Hiring