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The School House Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Start in August, 2025
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Early Childhood Homeroom Teacher
The School House
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
1 year
1
- Early Childhood
- University Graduate, Licensed Teacher
- Bachelor
- 3 years of teaching experience
- Early Childhood
- Teaching Credential/License
- United States (USA), United Kingdom (UK), Canada, South Africa, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand
- Work Experience
- Prior work experience working from abroad is a plus
- Prior work experience working from abroad is a plus
- Language Skills
- Fluent English Speaker
- Basic Spanish Skills
- Other spoken languages are a plus
- Soft Skills
- Innovative and creative state of mind
- Willingness to be flexible and work in a multicultural environment
- Problem-solving skills
- Dedication to continously improve your teaching skills, your learning space and students' learning experience
- Excellent communication skills
- Passionate about movement and a healthy lifestyle
- Air Fare
- Round Trip Airfare from anywhere in America
- Round Trip Airport Transfer
- Accommodation
- Onboarding Accommodation for the first two months provided
- Monthly Housing Stipend provided
- Insurance
- Private Dominican Health Insurance provided
- Catering
- Breakfast, Lunch & Snack during school days
- 50% discount on personal consumption at our partner restaurant El Encuentro Surf Lodge (next door)
- Wellness Benefit
- 30% discount on services offered at our partner surf school Parallel Surf
- 30% discount on accommodation for friends or family at our partner boutique hotel El Encuentro Surf Lodge
- Access to training facilities and group classes (Yoga, Mobility Flow)
- Vacation & Sick Leave
- 8 paid vacation days during Christmas Break
- 7 paid vacation days by the End of June
- 5 paid days of Sick Leave
The School House - A place to belong.
Our Vision
At The School House, we cultivate the child’s intrinsic curiosity and urge to move to transform it into a lifelong passion for learning and healthy habits.
Our Mission
At The School House, we set the benchmark as an innovative educational institution in the Dominican Republic.
Program Philosophy
The School House Early Childhood Education program focuses on hands-on activities and creative play, immersing children in a language-rich environment. Our approach is play-based, inspired by children's interests and theories, fostering learning through play and exploration. We emphasize sensory and motor exploration, outdoor engagement, and interactions in natural settings to cultivate holistic development. Our environment is meticulously designed to offer enticing opportunities for children to question, problem-solve, and collaborate with peers, nurturing their social and cognitive skills. Our preschool program welcomes children aged 3 to 5 years, aiming to create an atmosphere of happiness, safety, respect, and possibility while fostering healthy habits and a love for learning.
Your Teaching Mission
- Facilitate student learning and create engaging, caring, and screen-free learning environments for students in a mixed-grade classroom with support from an assistant teacher
- Work as a part of a team with other school members to support in implementing curricular objectives and meeting school goals.
- Provide stimulating learning opportunities for students and contribute to the culture of the school.
- Monitor and guide students’ social-emotional development and academic learning.
- Participate in ongoing professional development designed to continually improve services to students and families.
Your Framework Duties
- Create weekly lesson plans
- Preparation of the classroom before students arrive
- Receive students & welcome them to your classroom
- Connect with parents quickly during drop-off
- Breakfast-, Lunch-, Afternoon Snack Duties
- Transition students to sports classes and receive them back
- Willingness to accompany and participate in sports classes occasionally
- Maintain necessary communication with the parents via SchoolStatus Connect throughout the day
- Maintain necessary communication with the head of school throughout the day
- Daily Feedback Round with assistant teacher
- Wrap up the classroom and report maintenance or cleaning issues
These framework duties are shared with the assistant teacher.
Communication & Administration
- Initiate and lead all parent communication
- Bi-weekly meeting with the Director
- Monthly meetings with coaches for sports or administrative and supportive staff
- Bi-annual parent-teacher conferences
- Participate in the project team for the International Certification through COGNIA
- Participate in family engagement events
- Contribute to professional development workshops
- Taking ownership and being hands-on
Welcome to The School House: A Place to Belong!
Here at The School House, we are committed to providing a dynamic learning environment that celebrates the uniqueness of each child. Our mission is to be a place that inspires and equips its community to thrive with purpose, now and in the future.
We are passionate in our goal of creating a supportive community that welcomes families from all around the globe. Our school provides a personalized learning experience that integrates subjects, immerses students in languages, encourages wellness through nutrition and movement, and explores nature and the outdoors.
Our team treats each student individually by considering different learning styles, interests, and abilities. In a nurturing classroom environment, teachers get to know students both academically and personally, fostering an environment that facilitates learning and growth. Our focus is cultivating a community of learners, encompassing both students and staff. We encourage regular professional development to maintain a culture of betterment throughout the school. This commitment fosters a dynamic organization dedicated to serving all the members of its community with responsiveness.
We are delighted to witness the advancement of our school as we expand our student body, facilities, and pursue international accreditation. I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to connect with you throughout the year.
There is truly no place to belong like The School House!
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