Teacher

About us

Abigail Hope is committed to providing high-quality early childhood education that nurtures children and helps them reach their full potential. We create a supportive, inclusive and stimulating environment where children can develop socially, emotionally, cognitively and physically. Our mission is to inspire a love of learning whilst maintaining the highest standards of care and education for our students.

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Baby Class Teacher to join our early childhood education team in Surabaya, East Java. This is a contract position where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the educational experiences and development of children. As a Teacher at Abigail Hope, you will create a safe, nurturing and engaging classroom environment that promotes learning, curiosity and social-emotional growth. This position is essential to our mission of delivering exceptional early childhood education and supporting each child's individual developmental journey.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons and educational activities that promote cognitive, physical, social and emotional development
• Create and maintain a safe, clean, organised and stimulating classroom environment that encourages exploration and learning
• Observe and assess children's progress, development and learning to identify individual needs and adjust teaching approaches accordingly
• Foster positive relationships with children, promoting their confidence, independence and social skills
• Communicate regularly with parents and carers about their child's progress, achievements and areas for development
• Collaborate with colleagues and support staff to ensure consistency in approach and high standards of care
• Implement behaviour management strategies that are positive, fair and developmentally appropriate
• Support children's physical needs including meals, rest time and hygiene practices
• Maintain detailed records of children's attendance, progress and any observations relevant to their development
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development activities and training as required
• Follow all safeguarding policies and procedures to ensure the wellbeing and protection of all children

What we're looking for

• A recognised qualification in early childhood education, teaching or a related field (e.g. Diploma in Early Childhood Education, Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood or equivalent)
• Proven experience working with children in an educational or care setting
• Strong knowledge of early childhood development, learning theories and age-appropriate teaching methodologies
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, including the ability to communicate effectively with children, parents and colleagues
• Patience, empathy and genuine passion for supporting students and their development
• Ability to create engaging, creative and stimulating learning activities that capture children's interest
• Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Commitment to safeguarding and child protection with a thorough understanding of relevant policies and procedures
• Flexibility, adaptability and the ability to work as part of a team
• First Aid or CPR certification, or willingness to obtain this qualification
• Proficiency in English; additional language skills are advantageous

What we offer

Abigail Hope is dedicated to supporting the professional growth and wellbeing of our staff. We offer competitive remuneration for this contract position and provide a collaborative working environment where your contributions are valued. We are committed to ongoing professional development and will support you with access to training opportunities to enhance your teaching practice. We foster a positive workplace culture where colleagues work together to create the best possible outcomes for children and families. The wellbeing of our team is important to us, and we encourage a healthy work-life balance.

Apply now

If you are an enthusiastic educator passionate about early childhood development and would like to join the Abigail Hope team in Surabaya, East Java, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application including your CV, covering letter and copies of relevant qualifications. Join us in making a difference in the lives of students.