Preschool ESL Teacher – IMA Kindergarten (Thao Dien, District 2)

Preschool ESL Teacher Starting June 2026

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ABOUT US:
IMA Kindergarten is a member of the Van Lang Education Group, one of the largest education groups in Vietnam, providing a comprehensive educational pathway from kindergarten to postgraduate over the last 28 years.

Our Thao Dien (District 2) campus serves children aged 15 months to 6 years, providing an international early childhood environment. IMA is committed to creating a safe, caring, and creative learning space that nurtures young learners to build confidence, character, and foundational English skills.

Our programs integrate the Oxford International Curriculum (OIC) and early childhood ESL frameworks, focusing on holistic development and preparing children to become future global citizens.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AT IMA:
We are seeking Preschool ESL Teachers for our Thao Dien campus beginning June 2026, for the Academic Year 2026–2027 onwards. The successful candidates will deliver engaging English lessons, foster early literacy and communication skills, and promote a nurturing environment for young children.

Campus: IMA Kindergarten – Thao Dien, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City

Remuneration Package:
At IMA, we value the diverse skills and experiences our teachers bring to our community. We offer a competitive salary that reflects each candidate's qualifications, classroom experience, and specialized skills. Our remuneration approach includes annual pay raises and the potential for additional merit-based increases to reward high performance.

OUR EMPLOYEE VALUE PROPOSITION

• Competitive salary package
• Housing allowance
• Summer Payments
• Airfare support
• Visa, Work Permit, and Temporary Residence Card (TRC) fully sponsored.
• Health insurance
• Paid national holidays and school-designated holidays.
• Tuition fee support for eligible dependents enrolled at IMA.
• Dependent visa and residency support (where applicable).
• Complimentary lunches provided at the school cafeteria.

YOUR ACCOUNTABILITY

• Working Hours: Monday to Friday 7:45am to 5:00pm.
• Welcome and greet students and parents daily, supporting smooth morning transitions and ensuring children feel safe, settled, and cared for.
• Deliver age-appropriate Preschool ESL instruction for children aged 18 months to 5 years, supporting early language development, communication, and social-emotional growth.
• Teach up to 30 teaching periods per week, with each period being 35 minutes.
• Support students’ daily care routines, including supervision, transitions, and assistance during meals and feeding times, in collaboration with local teaching assistants.
• Work closely with local teaching assistants to manage classroom routines, care needs, and learning activities.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing, and well-supervised learning environment, in line with safeguarding and early childhood standards.
• Demonstrate reasonable operational flexibility, including occasional schedule adjustments or class coverage, as required by the school.
• Use allocated non-contact time for lesson preparation, documentation, administrative duties, and professional collaboration.
• Communicate with parents through scheduled meetings and reporting processes, as required by the school.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Education (mandatory).
• Strong preference for candidates holding a degree in Early Childhood Education, Preschool Education, or a closely related education-focused discipline.
• A recognized teaching qualification or early years certification, where applicable.
• Fluent English proficiency (minimum C1 level or equivalent).

Experiences, Skills & other requirements

• A minimum of two (2) years’ full-time experience in Early Childhood / Kindergarten education, preferably within an international or bilingual school setting.
  Proven experience teaching children aged 18 months to 6 years, with clear understanding of age-appropriate developmental expectations.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver inquiry-based and play-based learning, including thematic or project-based units (not isolated activities).
• Strong early literacy practice, including phonics, reading readiness, and structured progression, ensuring mastery before advancement.
• Competence in formative assessment, including observations, documentation, portfolios, and checklists, with the ability to use assessment outcomes to inform differentiation and planning.
  Ability to differentiate instruction beyond visual aids, using intentional strategies aligned to student needs.
• Strong classroom management grounded in clear routines, consistent expectations, and positive reinforcement, suitable for early years learners.
• Clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities
• Ability to work collaboratively with teaching assistants, grade teams, and academic leadership in a professional and accountable manner.

Safeguarding and Student Safety

IMA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and to always uphold the highest standards of child protection.

All appointments are subject to:

• Thorough background and police checks in all countries of residence.
• Verification of qualifications and employment history.
• The receipt of at least two satisfactory references, including one from the current or most recent Principal/Head of School.

By applying, candidates acknowledge their understanding of and compliance with IMA’s safeguarding and child protection policies.

Equal Opportunities

IMA is an equal opportunities employer that values individuality, diversity, and inclusivity. We welcome applications from appropriately qualified individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive environment that celebrates the diversity of both staff and students. We foster perseverance, tolerance, and integrity, believing in equal opportunity for everyone, irrespective of age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, and other personal characteristics.

Candidates are assessed against relevant criteria only, such as skills, qualifications, abilities, and experience, in selection and recruitment. We believe that diverse teams are stronger teams, and that inclusivity enhances the sense of belonging and promotes success for both staff and students.