Founding Head of Early Years
Rise International School
Bangkok, Thailand•Full-Time•Up To 100,000 THB per month
Posted 2 days ago
Founding Head of Early Years
Rise International School, located in Thonburi, Bangkok, is seeking a Founding Head of Early Years for its new affordable international school opening in August 2028. Our mission is to provide high-quality international education accessible to more families, fostering each child's growth through purposeful learning, inspiring opportunities, and a caring environment.
Initially, the school will offer Early Years and the first Primary year groups, expanding progressively to a full K–12 institution. Our Early Years program caters to children aged 1.8 to 5 years, following the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). The Primary curriculum will incorporate the Cambridge International curriculum alongside Singapore Mathematics.
We aim to create an Early Years environment where children are seen as capable, curious, and active learners. Our balanced approach integrates child-initiated exploration with intentional adult guidance, emphasizing guided play and meaningful adult-child interactions.
We seek a leader who shares our view of an ambitious, joyful, and responsive Early Years education. The Founding Head of Early Years will be responsible for building the Early Years program from scratch and leading it. During the pre-opening phase, you will design the curriculum, establish systems, and define classroom practices. Post-opening, you will lead the Early Years team and teach a homeroom class.
Key responsibilities include:
Pre-opening (AY 2027-2028):
- Develop the Early Years framework, including unit themes, learning progressions, and schemes of work.
- Design assessment methods and transition processes into Year 1.
- Collaborate on the physical set-up of Early Years classrooms.
- Create observation, assessment, and reporting tools.
- Engage with founding families through playgroups, holiday camps, and information sessions.
- Contribute to the recruitment and onboarding of Early Years staff.
Post-opening (AY 2028 onwards):
- Serve as a homeroom teacher with protected non-contact time for leadership.
- Set expectations for planning and provide guidance to the team.
- Model high-quality educational practices.
- Communicate effectively with parents and lead workshops.
Candidates should have:
- Professional fluency in English.
- A Bachelor's degree in Education or related field with an Early Years specialization.
- A recognized teaching qualification or professional teaching license.
- At least five years of experience as an Early Years homeroom teacher, including leadership roles.
- Knowledge of the EYFS framework and experience in curriculum leadership.
- Eligibility for a Thai work permit and Khurusapha teaching license or waiver.
Desirable qualifications include experience in an international school in Thailand, leadership in Early Years curriculum, and safeguarding training.
We offer:
- An opportunity to design and implement an Early Years program.
- A leadership role connected to classroom practice.
- Support with visa, work permit, and teaching license processing.
- Medical insurance and professional development budget.
- Tuition remission for dependents.
Rise International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
Please send your application to risebkkschool@gmail.com.
Rise International School, located in Thonburi, Bangkok, is seeking a Founding Head of Early Years for its new affordable international school opening in August 2028. Our mission is to provide high-quality international education accessible to more families, fostering each child's growth through purposeful learning, inspiring opportunities, and a caring environment.
Initially, the school will offer Early Years and the first Primary year groups, expanding progressively to a full K–12 institution. Our Early Years program caters to children aged 1.8 to 5 years, following the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). The Primary curriculum will incorporate the Cambridge International curriculum alongside Singapore Mathematics.
We aim to create an Early Years environment where children are seen as capable, curious, and active learners. Our balanced approach integrates child-initiated exploration with intentional adult guidance, emphasizing guided play and meaningful adult-child interactions.
We seek a leader who shares our view of an ambitious, joyful, and responsive Early Years education. The Founding Head of Early Years will be responsible for building the Early Years program from scratch and leading it. During the pre-opening phase, you will design the curriculum, establish systems, and define classroom practices. Post-opening, you will lead the Early Years team and teach a homeroom class.
Key responsibilities include:
Pre-opening (AY 2027-2028):
- Develop the Early Years framework, including unit themes, learning progressions, and schemes of work.
- Design assessment methods and transition processes into Year 1.
- Collaborate on the physical set-up of Early Years classrooms.
- Create observation, assessment, and reporting tools.
- Engage with founding families through playgroups, holiday camps, and information sessions.
- Contribute to the recruitment and onboarding of Early Years staff.
Post-opening (AY 2028 onwards):
- Serve as a homeroom teacher with protected non-contact time for leadership.
- Set expectations for planning and provide guidance to the team.
- Model high-quality educational practices.
- Communicate effectively with parents and lead workshops.
Candidates should have:
- Professional fluency in English.
- A Bachelor's degree in Education or related field with an Early Years specialization.
- A recognized teaching qualification or professional teaching license.
- At least five years of experience as an Early Years homeroom teacher, including leadership roles.
- Knowledge of the EYFS framework and experience in curriculum leadership.
- Eligibility for a Thai work permit and Khurusapha teaching license or waiver.
Desirable qualifications include experience in an international school in Thailand, leadership in Early Years curriculum, and safeguarding training.
We offer:
- An opportunity to design and implement an Early Years program.
- A leadership role connected to classroom practice.
- Support with visa, work permit, and teaching license processing.
- Medical insurance and professional development budget.
- Tuition remission for dependents.
Rise International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
Please send your application to risebkkschool@gmail.com.
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