Preschool ESL Teachers - Binh Chanh Campus - Starting June 2025

Preschool ESL Teacher

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ABOUT US:
US Vietnam Talent International School (UTS) is a member of 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. Established in 2018, UTS is committed to creating a safe, caring, and creative learning environment that inspires students to develop their talents and character, becoming well-rounded lifelong learners and compassionate leaders who contribute to global change. Our curriculum merges traditional Vietnamese values with the goal of forming global citizens meeting international standards. For more information, please visit our website:

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AT UTS:
We are seeking Preschool ESL teachers for our Binh Chanh campus to join our International Program community. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering inspiring lessons and promoting a student-centered environment that nurtures UTS's 6 Core Values: Integrity, Respect, Courage, Contribution, Lifelong Learning, and Creativity.

UTS Saigon South Campus Binh Chanh 

68 Duong so 22, Khu dan cu Ap 5 Phong Phu, Binh Chanh, Ho Chi Minh

Remuneration Package:
At UTS, 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. This position will begin as a part-time teaching role In June 2025, with a transition to full-time status starting February 2026.

OUR EMPLOYEE VALUE PROPOSITION

• Work permit, visa/TRC fully sponsored during employment period at UTS.
• Dependent Visa and residency support & assistance.
• Full time 2 Academic year contracts with renewal opportunities
• Complimentary lunches provided at the school cafeteria.
• Professional environment & motivating working conditions.
• Career roadmap & comprehensive training programs.
• Up to 22 paid days off (including public holidays and fixed school-designated days) during the academic year.
• 10 days of paid annual or personal leave (accrued monthly).
• Yearly commitment bonus & Yearly Performance bonus.
• Annual pay raise.
• Healthcare & accident insurance package.
• Tuition fee support for children enrolled in UTS.

A) YOUR ACCOUNTABILITY

1) Planning and Teaching

• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:15am to 4:45PM.
• Preschool ESL Teaching: Teachers are expected to deliver up to 30 teaching periods per week, plus 2 fixed ECA or Tutorial periods. 35 minutes per period.
• Student Age Range: The Preschool division serves children aged 18 months to 5 years. Teachers are expected to tailor instruction and classroom activities to support early language development, foundational cognitive skills, and age-appropriate social-emotional learning.
• Preschool teachers will work closely with local teaching assistants in daily classroom routines, care duties, and instructional support to ensure a safe and engaging learning environment.
• Operational Flexibility: Teachers may be asked to adjust their schedules occasionally to meet the needs of the school community, which includes supporting colleagues by covering classes when necessary.
• Lesson Planning: Teachers have access to quality resources to support lesson planning and student engagement while allowing flexibility in their approach.
• Non-Contact time: Free periods for lesson planning ,administrative tasks and covering.

2) Parent Engagement and Student Wellbeing

• Attend annual parent-teacher meetings as scheduled.
• Collaborate with local teachers to effectively communicate with parents about academic and social matters, including follow-ups on reports and during parent-teacher meetings.
• Regularly update student progress each quarter in our LMS system.
• Ensure a purposeful and safe learning environment for all students.
• Be involved in the organization and delivery of events, festivals, assemblies, etc;

3) Curriculum Revision

• Give feedback on the school curriculum when necessary.
• Assist in revision of the school’s syllabi and materials if needed.

B) JOB REQUIREMENTS

1) Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• TEFL,TESOL or CELTA Certificate.
• Candidates with additional qualifications related to early childhood other advanced degrees or certificates in education for early years prioritized.
• Native speaker: American, Australian, British, Canadian, New Zealand, South African
• Non-native English-speaking teachers must have a minimum IELTS score of 8.0+ or demonstrate a commitment to obtaining this qualification within the first year of employment.

2) Experiences, Skills & other requirements

• A minimum of two years’ experience in early childhood education, preferably within an international, bilingual, or Montessori-inspired setting.
• Demonstrated ability to create a nurturing, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for children aged 18 months to 5 years.
• Familiarity with early childhood pedagogy, including play-based learning, emotional regulation strategies, and emergent language development.
• Strong classroom management grounded in positive reinforcement and relationship-based practices suitable for young learners.
• Proficiency in basic IT skills and the ability to create visual, sensory-friendly materials (e.g., interactive PowerPoints, educational videos, music-based tools).
• Must have studied in an English-medium university, with instruction and coursework conducted in English.
• Effective communication and collaborative teamwork with teaching assistants, parents, and school leaders to support holistic child development.
• Applicants will be required to deliver a live demo lesson with our academic management team, tailored to the age group and school materials provided.

C) Safeguarding and Student Safety

• UTS is committed to maintaining high safeguarding standards and ensuring the welfare of all students in our care and staff who work in the school. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, identity checks, qualification verifications, and clear Enhanced DBS/National Police Background Certificate(s). When applying, provide 3 professional referees, including your most recent line manager, along with their position, name of institution and full contact details with domain email address.

D) Equal Opportunities

• UTS 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.