Job Title
Early Childhood/KG Classroom Teacher (Ages 3-5)

Location
Macao

Appointment
Full-Time (1-year contract for the 2025-2026 academic year, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and mutual agreement.)

Position Overview
As an accomplished early childhood education professional, you will specialize in delivering engaging, student-centered instruction for children aged 3-5. You will play a key role in creating a nurturing and stimulating environment where curiosity, creativity, and foundational skills are developed through age-appropriate learning experiences.

This role emphasizes fostering a love for learning and building strong social, emotional, and cognitive skills in young learners. You will collaborate closely with colleagues, students, and parents to ensure personalized development for every child while contributing to a supportive and inclusive school culture.

As a key member of the school community, you will actively implement child protection measures, ensuring the safety, well-being, and holistic growth of all students. Dedicated to continuous improvement, you will also participate in school-wide initiatives, professional development, and extracurricular activities, aligning with the school’s vision and values.

Responsibilities

Classroom Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver daily teaching activities that meet the developmental and academic needs of young learners.
• Use creative and age-appropriate instructional strategies to foster curiosity and foundational skills.
• Work collaboratively with students, parents, and colleagues to create Individual Learning Plans (ILPs), ensuring understanding, agreement, and support from all stakeholders.
• Participate actively in classroom activities conducted by other teachers and integrate cross-curricular approaches where relevant.
• Regularly evaluate student progress through formative and summative assessment practices based on research.

General Responsibilities

• Communicate daily activities and student progress effectively to parents.
• Actively seek to enhance teaching practices and professional skills.
• Follow established school policies, guidelines, and procedures.
• Demonstrate knowledge of early childhood content, strategies, and developmental benchmarks.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive learning environment.
• Engage in co-curricular and extracurricular school activities.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or equivalent. An advanced educational degree is desirable.
• Previous teaching experience with specialization in early childhood education development and instruction
• Previous experience working in a dynamic educational environment
• Knowledge of relevant curriculum and instructional strategies
• Experience in inclusive education is an advantage
• Good command of the English language (oral and written)
• Good command of the teaching methodologies used in the Finnish educational context.

Personal Qualities

• A person of integrity.
• Entrepreneurial mindset/SISU mindset focused on teaching, learning, and personal growth.
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
• Approachable, empathetic, and student-centered.
• Open-minded to diverse cultures and perspectives.
• Willingness to engage in ongoing training and professional development.

Remarks
Should the candidate proceed to the final phase of the recruitment process, the following documentation will be required:

• Degree Certificate(s) and Transcript in English.
• Criminal Record Extract (Rikosrekisteriote) not older than six months.
• References.
• Documentation of Work Experience

What Makes Generations International School Unique?

Professional Growth

• Engage in innovative practices like Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL).
• Access continuous professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills.

Competitive Salary and Benefits

• Enjoy a comprehensive and competitive salary and benefits package.

Trilingual Community

• Be part of a vibrant community that integrates English, Portuguese, and Chinese into everyday learning experiences.

Unique Educational Environment

• Participate in a unique educational approach emphasizing tailored language programs, interactive learning, and holistic student development.

Modern Facilities and Small Class Sizes

• Teach in state-of-the-art facilities, including libraries, gyms, and creative spaces, with a maximum of 16 students per class in Kindergarten and Primary levels for personalized instruction.

Ideal Location

• Located in the picturesque Coloane area of Macao, Generations offers a blend of modern urban convenience and natural serenity.