Early Years Homeroom Teacher
Teach in a Cambridge-certified International School!
UIA International School of Tokyo (UIA) is one of the few Cambridge-certified international schools IN TOKYO with students from Kindergarten to Grade 12. Cambridge curriculum and assessments are designed to encourage students to develop and become confident, responsible, reflective, innovative, and engaged learners.
UIA is a rapidly growing school with over 560 students and is welcoming dedicated and highly motivated Primary and Secondary School Teachers, who will engage and inspire UIA students.
At UIA, we aspire to create culturally sensitive, environmentally responsible, global citizens who are prepared to represent and are capable of becoming the leaders of tomorrow’s generation.
| Position Title | Early Years Homeroom Teacher |
|---|---|
| Department | Early Years |
| Reports To | Early Years Head |
| Position Type | Full Time |
| Campus Location | Kiba Campus |
🟦 Position Objective
The Early Years homeroom teacher fosters an engaging, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment aligned with the Cambridge International Curriculum and the Cambridge Learner Attributes — developing students who are confident, responsible, reflective, innovative, and engaged learners.
The role of the Homeroom Teacher is to serve as a nurturing and inspiring leader within the classroom, creating a safe, engaging, and supportive learning environment for young children. The primary objective of this role is to foster the academic, social, emotional, and physical development of each child, ensuring that they thrive both individually and as part of a classroom community. The Homeroom Teacher designs and implements age-appropriate activities that promote curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning, while also guiding students through foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving.
By working closely with parents, colleagues, and school leadership, the Homeroom Teacher will ensure effective communication and collaboration in support of each child’s growth.
🟦 Responsibilities
Teaching and Learning
Plan and deliver well-structured, student-centered lessons that meet Cambridge curriculum.
Use a variety of teaching strategies to support diverse learning styles and abilities.
Incorporate inquiry-based, project-based, or experiential learning where appropriate.
Maintain a positive classroom environment that promotes respect, responsibility, and engagement.
Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of learners.
Assessment and Reporting
Administer assessments in line with school guidelines and Early Years Curriculum.
Provide timely, constructive feedback to support student growth.
Prepare accurate report cards and attend parent-teacher conferences.
Classroom Management
Establish clear expectations for behaviour and learning.
Implement the school’s behaviour and safeguarding policies consistently.
Support the academic, social, and emotional well-being of all students.
Foster an inclusive, safe, and caring classroom environment.
Communicate regularly with parents to build strong school–home partnerships.
Professional Collaboration
Work collaboratively with teaching teams to plan units, improve practice, and ensure curriculum continuity.
Provide leadership for their assigned class and may guide teaching assistants in daily tasks. This guidance should be collaborative and respectful, fostering a positive team environment rather than a hierarchical dynamic.
Participate in faculty meetings, professional development sessions, and training workshops.
Support co-curricular and extracurricular activities that enrich student development.
🟦 Qualifications and Experience
Essential:
- Bachelor’s degree in Education
- Recognized teaching qualification (PGCE, B.Ed., M.Ed., or equivalent)
- Minimum [2–3] years of full-time teaching experience.
- Strong command of English (spoken and written).
Preferred:
- Hoikushi(保育士)certificate
- Experience teaching in an international or Cambridge school setting.
- Familiarity with the Cambridge curriculum.
- Competence in educational technology and digital learning tools.
- Experience with student-centered, play-based pedagogy.
🟦 Personal Attributes
- Demonstrates the Cambridge Learner Attributes in practice.
- Collaborative, reflective, and growth-oriented educator.
- Strong intercultural awareness and empathy.
- Excellent communication and classroom management skills.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students.
🟦 Child Welfare
UIA International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The expectation is that all staff, volunteers, and contractors share this commitment. All staff undergo onsite training. Safe recruitment practice and reference checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
🟦 Working Conditions
- Working Hours: 08:15 to 16:30
- Probation Period: 3 months
🟦 Application Process
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Copies of degrees and teaching certifications
- Referee request:
- 3 referees (email and phone)
- Including your current head of school (or equivalent)
- Minimum two direct conversation contacts
- Background Check: current country (if applicable)
If you are interested in joining our UIA community, please send the above to recruitment@uia.jp OR apply in the Online Application below.
Due to the volume of applications received, we will contact only selected applicants for an interview.
We look forward to receiving your application!
