Kindergarten Teacher at CIA FIRST International School, Phnom Penh

CIA FIRST International School is seeking a passionate and experienced Kindergarten Teacher to join its Early Years team for the Academic Year 2026/2027. This is a full-time, fixed-term position based across three K–12 campuses in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, where teachers deliver a comprehensive American curriculum to students from diverse international backgrounds.

Job Description

As a Kindergarten Teacher within the Early Years program, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the foundational learning experiences of young children. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Designing and delivering engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans and activities aligned with the US curriculum
• Creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment that supports every child’s social, emotional, and academic development
• Monitoring and assessing student progress, adapting teaching strategies to meet individual learning needs
• Collaborating with colleagues, parents, and school leadership to foster a consistent and supportive learning community
• Encouraging curiosity, original thinking, and a love of learning in all young learners
• Upholding the school’s values of integrity, resilience, diversity, and innovation in every aspect of classroom practice

Requirements

Candidates must meet the following qualifications and personal attributes:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field (required)
• PGCE or Master’s in Education (required)
• Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience in a kindergarten or early childhood setting
• Familiarity with the American curriculum is preferred
• Strong English language proficiency, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver stimulating activities tailored to young learners

In terms of values and attitude, CIA FIRST looks for educators who are:

• Genuinely passionate about early childhood education and child development
• Patient, compassionate, and nurturing with young learners
• Collaborative team players who thrive in a multicultural, international school environment
• Committed to honesty, ethical conduct, and continuous professional growth
• Inclusive and respectful of individual differences, promoting a culture of understanding across the school community

Benefits

This role offers the opportunity to work within one of Cambodia’s leading international school networks, with access to:

• A structured, professional environment across three well-established K–12 campuses in Phnom Penh
• A supportive and collaborative team of international educators
• Career development within a school committed to educational excellence and innovation

About the School

CIA FIRST International School is a prominent educational institution in Cambodia, renowned for delivering a rigorous American curriculum from Kindergarten through Grade 12. With multiple campuses across Phnom Penh, the school welcomes students from a wide range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, making it a vibrant and dynamic place to grow as an international educator.