Early Years Educator (Portuguese/English bilingual)

About the role

Inspired Education, a global group of premium private schools, is hiring an Early Years Educador/a de Infância in Palmela, Portugal. The educator plans, delivers and evaluates innovative teaching practices in a Portuguese/English bilingual setting, supporting the holistic development, wellbeing, safety and natural curiosity of children aged 4 months to 5 years. Working within the Early Years team, the role contributes to a welcoming, inclusive and child-centred learning environment.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver playful, age-appropriate activities aligned with the school's educational project
• Monitor, record and evaluate each child's progress through regular pedagogical documentation
• Maintain a safe, stimulating, clean and emotionally supportive classroom
• Follow health, safety and safeguarding protocols strictly
• Communicate regularly, empathetically and professionally with parents about their children's day and progress
• Work closely with teaching assistants and the pedagogical leadership
• Take part in cycle meetings, continuous training, annual reviews and school events

Required profile

• Degree or master's in Early Childhood Education, with legal qualification to teach in Portugal
• Previous experience in a nursery or kindergarten (private education valued)
• Genuine passion for children's development, creativity, empathy and teamwork