Early Years Educator

**Location**:1401 LIMA, PE- **Date**:4 Nov 2025- **Application closing date**:

- Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 121 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.-
- In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.-
- By joining our award-winning team of over 13,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.-
**ROLE SUMMARY**:
Altair School is strategically located in La Molina, Lima, Peru. It is a co-educational, bilingual institution accredited for all three International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP).Altair’s educational philosophy is grounded in a holistic and personalized approach that values not only academic excellence but also the development of artistic, cultural, and athletic potential. Ranked among Lima’s top private schools and part of the Inspired Education Group, Altair aims to nurture responsible, empathetic, and confident individuals who are passionate about learning and active members of a global communitThe Early Years Educator will play a key role in providing a nurturing and inspiring learning environment for young children. Working closely with colleagues and families, they will foster curiosity, creativity, and independence in every child while ensuring that emotional, social, and cognitive development are all supported in a balanced and holistic manner.-
**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:
Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons aligned with Altair’s educational philosophy.
- Create a safe, caring, and stimulating classroom environment that encourages exploration, creativity, and self-expression.
- Observe and assess student development to tailor instruction and provide personalized support.
- Promote inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, and problem-solving through play and hands-on experiences.
- Integrate technology, music, art, and storytelling into daily routines to enrich learning.
- Maintain ongoing, open communication with parents and guardians about student progress and classroom activities.
- Work collaboratively with the Early Years team and other departments to ensure curricular and developmental coherence.
- Model and foster positive social and emotional behaviors, guiding children toward independence and empathy.
- Participate in professional development, school meetings, and community events.
- Contribute to extracurricular and school-wide initiatives that reflect the holistic vision of Altair and Inspired Education.
- **THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE**:
A degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
- A recognized teaching qualification.
- Proven experience teaching in an Early Years or preschool setting.
- Advanced level of English; bilingual English/Spanish proficiency preferred.
- Strong understanding of early childhood pedagogy and developmental milestones.
- A warm, patient, and enthusiastic approach to teaching young children.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- A commitment to fostering curiosity, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.
- **SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT** Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.