Early Learning English Teacher

About the role

Inspired Education, a group of premium private schools, is hiring an Early Learning English Teacher for its St. Peter's Early Learning School in Palmela. The teacher introduces and develops English language skills in children aged 4 months to 5 years, designing and delivering play-based oral language experiences that foster early bilingualism in an immersive, natural and joyful environment.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver dynamic, play-based English activities (songs, storytelling, games, puppetry) for infants and young learners.
• Interact consistently in English to encourage spontaneous verbal expression and comprehension.
• Plan and prepare age-appropriate lessons and resources aligned with the school's educational project and early childhood inquiry principles.
• Observe and track each child's language development milestones and give qualitative updates to families and pedagogical coordinators.
• Maintain open communication with parents about daily progress and engagement.
• Work with Classroom Educators and Teaching Assistants to integrate language learning into daily routines and care moments.
• Follow the school's health, safety and child protection protocols (Safeguarding).
• Take part in team meetings, professional development workshops and school events.

Required profile

• Degree in Early Childhood Education, Modern Languages, TEFL/CELTA or a related field suitable for early years settings.
• Native or near-native English speaker; basic Portuguese is a plus but not required.
• Proven experience teaching English to very young children (nursery, toddlers or pre-school) in an international or private school.

Required skills

• High energy, creativity, patience and a warm communication style.
• Genuine passion for early childhood development.