Expat Preschool Teacher

Job Description

Together with an international teaching team, U.S. Vietnam Talent International School (UTS) invites educators to contribute to the 2026–27 academic year at our Van Lang (Go Vap) Campus. UTS is a member of Van Lang Education Group, one of Vietnam’s largest education groups, and has been providing a comprehensive educational pathway from kindergarten to postgraduate for 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.

We are seeking experienced and suitably qualified Preschool Teachers to join our international teaching team for the 2026–27 academic year at the Van Lang (Go Vap) Campus. Successful applicants will work within the Preschool Division, delivering age‑appropriate instruction aligned with the school’s early‑years framework and supporting children in the Preschool programme, focusing on early language development, foundational academic skills, and social‑emotional growth.

This position is suited to educators committed to early childhood education and a student‑centred learning environment that reflects the UTS Core Values:
Integrity, Respect, Courage, Contribution, Lifelong Learning, and Creativity.

UTS Van Lang Complex – Go Vap Campus
80/68 Dương Quảng Hàm, Phường An Nhơn, Gò Vấp, Ho Chi Minh

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.

• 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 UTS.
• Dependent visa and residency support (where applicable).
• Complimentary lunches provided at the school cafeteria.

• Working Hours:
  
  Monday to Friday, 7:45am to 4:45pm.
• Deliver Preschool instruction within the International Program, aligned with approved early‑years frameworks, as assigned by the school.
• Teach up to 30 teaching periods per week, plus 2 fixed ECA or activity periods (35 minutes per period).
• Support children in the Preschool programme (approximately 4–5 years old) through developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Work collaboratively with local teaching assistants in daily classroom routines, learning activities, and care duties to ensure a safe and engaging environment.
• Plan lessons, prepare materials, and adapt activities to meet the developmental needs of young learners.
• Maintain accurate student records and update learning progress in the school’s LMS as required.
• Ensure a safe, nurturing, and well‑managed classroom environment in line with safeguarding standards.
• Communicate with parents during scheduled reporting cycles and parent–teacher meetings, with support from relevant colleagues.
• Participate in school events, professional development activities, and whole‑school initiatives.
• Demonstrate flexibility in response to timetable adjustments or coverage needs arising from operational requirements.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Education, preferably in Early Childhood Education.
• Professional Teaching qualification/license/certification as applicable.
• Fluent English Speaker (Minimum C1 Fluency).
• A minimum of two years of relevant experience in early childhood education, gained in a recognized school or early‑years setting.

• For non‑native English speakers: a valid IELTS certificate (minimum overall score 8.0) or an accepted equivalent English proficiency qualification is required at the time of application.
• Demonstrated ability to create a nurturing, inclusive,…