To provide visionary leadership and administrative oversight while serving as the primary educator for the kindergarten class. This role ensures the school delivers a high-quality, play-based programme aligned with the Australian Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and complies with all relevant Cambodian MoEYS regulations.

Academic Leadership & Teaching (Lead Teacher)

• Curriculum Delivery: Design and implement a daily programme that aligns with the Kindergartens curriculum, and reflects the EYLF’s five learning outcomes (Identity, Connection, Wellbeing, Learning, and Communication).
• Play-Based Learning: Create stimulating, inclusive indoor and outdoor environments that encourage agency and intentional teaching.
• Assessment & Documentation: Maintain a continuous cycle of observation, documentation, and evaluation of children’s learning to track developmental milestones.
• Classroom Management: Maintain a safe, hygienic, and organized learning space that meets both Australian and Cambodian safety standards.

School Administration & Governance (Principal)

• Strategic Planning: Develop and oversee the school's mandatory three-year strategic plan and annual operational improvement plans.
• Regulatory Compliance: Act as the primary liaison with the MoEYS to ensure the facility meets licensing, staffing ratios, and health protocols.
• Staff Oversight: Lead recruitment, conduct performance appraisals, and organize professional development workshops (at least once per term).
• Parent & Community Engagement: Serve as the face of the school, organizing regular parent-teacher meetings and events to build a strong school community.

Health, Safety & Wellbeing

• Health Supervision: Oversee the school nurse/nursery nurse and ensure the maintenance of student medical records and vaccination logs.
• Child Protection: Serve as the Mandatory Reporter for any child protection concerns, ensuring zero tolerance for misconduct as per school policy.

Essential

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in education or early childhood development (Master’s in Educational Leadership preferred for Principal status).
• Certification: A pedagogical certificate recognized by Cambodia’s Ministry of Education Youth and Sport and a valid teaching license.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in early childhood settings, with at least 2 years in a leadership/supervisory role.

Desired

• Deep understanding\experience of the Australian Early Years Learning Framework
• Current First Aid, CPR, certificate

Personal Skills & Attributes

• Native or near-native English proficiency (IELTS 7.5+ or equivalent).
• High cultural competence and experience working in multicultural or international settings.
• Strong IT skills for academic database management and administrative reporting.
• A "solution-focused" leader who is resilient and adaptable.