NES Early Childhood Teacher at Daniel International School, Surat Thani

Daniel International School in Surat Thani is looking for a Native English Speaker (NES) to join its Early Childhood Program as a full-time homeroom teacher, with placement available across Nursery, K1 & K2, or K3 depending on the candidate’s background and qualifications.

Job Description

In this role, you will serve as a homeroom teacher within the Early Childhood Program, helping young learners reach their full potential through purposeful, structured teaching. Key responsibilities include:

• Designing and delivering instruction aligned with the CEL-5D Teaching and Learning Framework
• Supporting and embodying the school’s Mission and Core Values, and facilitating student achievement of DIS Student Learner Outcomes
• Integrating biblical understandings into daily classroom practice and promoting students’ spiritual growth
• Contributing to co-curricular activities and spiritual life programs, including chapel
• Adapting teaching strategies to the developmental needs of early childhood learners across the Nursery, K1 & K2, and K3 levels

Requirements

Placement level will depend on your qualifications. Specific requirements by level are as follows:

Nursery:

• Experience working with young children required
• Bachelor’s degree or teacher certification preferred
• Experience with HighScope or another play-based curriculum preferred

K1 & K2:

• Experience working with young children
• Degree in early childhood or elementary education required
• Strong English proficiency

K3:

• Experience working with young children
• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood or elementary education required
• Strong English proficiency

All levels:

• Native English speaker preferred
• At least 2 years of teaching experience preferred
• Prior experience in an international school setting preferred

Benefits

• Salary of up to ฿50,000 per month
• Full-time employment at a well-established international school
• Opportunity to work within a values-driven, faith-based educational community in Surat Thani

About the School

Daniel International School is a faith-based institution committed to holistic education that nurtures the academic, personal and spiritual development of its students. Located in Surat Thani — a vibrant province in southern Thailand — the school offers a welcoming community for international educators who share its mission and values. Teachers joining DIS become part of a close-knit team dedicated to meaningful, mission-aligned learning experiences for every child.