Early Years Teacher

About the Position

Nord Anglia Education invites applications for an Early Years Teacher role at Etqan Global Academy (EGA), a newly founded IB World School located in Doha, Qatar. The successful candidate will help develop an exceptional play-based and inquiry-led learning environment tailored for young learners within the IB PYP Early Years framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement engaging learning activities centered on play and inquiry according to the IB PYP Early Years curriculum.
• Foster a caring, secure, and stimulating classroom atmosphere where every child feels appreciated and motivated.
• Utilize observations and portfolio documentation to assess and monitor student progress, guiding future teaching steps.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with families via ongoing communication and involvement.
• Participate actively in unit planning, reflection, and review alongside the Early Years team.
• Embed the IB learner profile and international-mindedness as well as PYP attitudes into all classroom interactions.
• Support children’s wellbeing, autonomy, and social-emotional growth.
• Engage positively in broader school activities including professional development, events, and school improvement initiatives.

Candidate Profile

• Possess a recognized qualification in Early Years, primary, or early childhood education (e.g., PGCE, QTS, B.Ed or equivalent).
• Demonstrable experience teaching children aged 3–6 in Early Years settings, preferably within an IB or international school context.
• Strong familiarity with the IB PYP Early Years framework or a comparable inquiry-based early years curriculum.
• Solid understanding of child development concepts and play-based, child-led learning strategies.
• Excellent communication abilities paired with a warm and nurturing disposition towards children and families.
• Committed to inclusive educational practices and safeguarding child wellbeing.
• Experience in international school environments is advantageous.

About Nord Anglia Education

Nord Anglia Education is the preeminent international schools organization encompassing over 80 schools worldwide, educating more than 80,000 students from kindergarten through secondary levels. Our mission is to be ambitious in our endeavors for students, employees, and partner schools. Collaborations with renowned entities such as UNICEF, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), IMG Academy, and Juilliard place us at the forefront of innovative educational practices, delivering transformative experiences for students globally.

Joining Nord Anglia means becoming part of a passionate, innovative community connected across the globe.

Equal Opportunities & Safeguarding

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce, supporting individuals from all backgrounds and abilities. Maintaining the utmost safeguarding standards is imperative, and every team member is expected to uphold these values.