Nursery English Teacher

The Language School invites a dedicated Early Years educator to join our mission of providing a strong, nurturing foundation for young learners in Surat Thani. This role is ideal for a teacher who values play-based learning, understands early childhood development, and enjoys creating a warm, structured environment where children feel safe, confident, and curious. This is a rewarding opportunity to experience Thai culture while making a meaningful contribution to the local community.

General Details

• Location: Surat Thani
• Level: Nursery / Early Years (Kindergarten)
• Work days: Mon – Fri (Sat – Sun classes also available)
• Contact time: An average of 20 teaching hours per week during the semester, with opportunities for additional hours
• Class size: 16–20 students

Responsibilities

• Teach nursery and early years classes in a primary school and private language school setting
• Collaborate with Teaching Assistants (TAs) to facilitate a developmentally appropriate learning environment
• Plan and deliver play-based, child-centered lessons using provided lesson plan guidelines and materials
• Support children’s language development through songs, stories, movement, routines, and hands-on activities
• Apply a Montessori-inspired approach, encouraging independence, exploration, and positive behavior
• Complete simple speaking and developmental assessments using school-provided assessment tools

Conditions

• 400 THB per contact hour (minimum 32,000 THB per month)
• Insurance provided, if needed
• All 6-month work visa and work permit costs paid
• Semesterly contracts, renewable by mutual agreement based on satisfactory performance and operational needs

Professional Support

• Structured induction with guidance on Early Years routines and expectations
• Regular observations and constructive teaching feedback, with a focus on early childhood practice

Qualifications

• Native English speaker from the U.S., U.K., Ireland, Canada, Australia, South Africa, or New Zealand preferred
• A degree and/or certifications (ECD / Education or Early Childhood) preferred
• Fluent non-native English speakers with a degree and/or relevant certifications are also welcome; TOEIC certification may apply
• Proven background in childcare/early years education
• Warm, patient, and reliable, with a genuine love of working with young children
• A positive, hands-on attitude and a desire to make a difference in children’s early learning journey

Application Process

Please apply using the form below. Please include the following:

• A cover letter
• A 1–2 minute introduction video
• Your CV/resume with a recent photograph
• Teaching demonstration video (if available)

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.