PYP Teacher

Role overview

Etqan Global Academy (EGA) in Doha, Qatar, is a newly opened IB World School delivering the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP). Nord Anglia Education is hiring an enthusiastic, team-oriented, inquiry-driven PYP Teacher to join the primary section and help create a strong transdisciplinary learning experience for students.

Key responsibilities

• Design and teach high-quality units of inquiry that align with the IB PYP framework.
• Build a classroom environment that is inclusive, stimulating and centred on students, encouraging curiosity, independence and a genuine love of learning.
• Apply both formative and summative assessment methods to track, record and respond to student progress.
• Work closely with grade-level and specialist teachers to plan, evaluate and refine inquiry units.
• Integrate the IB learner profile, PYP attitudes and all five essential elements throughout teaching and learning.
• Encourage student voice, agency and an international outlook across school life.
• Develop positive relationships with parents and involve them meaningfully in their child’s learning journey.
• Take an active part in the broader life of EGA, including events, CPD and school improvement work.

Candidate profile

• Holds a recognised teaching qualification such as PGCE, QTS, B.Ed or an equivalent credential.
• Has demonstrable experience teaching in an IB PYP school.
• Possesses strong understanding of the PYP framework, inquiry-based teaching and transdisciplinary learning.
• Can plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that place students at the centre.
• Brings excellent communication, teamwork and interpersonal abilities.
• Is committed to reflection and ongoing professional learning.
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.
• IB PYP workshop training is preferred; experience in international schools is also preferred.

About Nord Anglia Education

Nord Anglia Education is a global leader in international schooling, operating more than 80 schools across the Americas, Europe, China, Southeast Asia and the Middle East. The organisation educates over 80,000 students from kindergarten through the end of secondary education and is guided by a shared ambition for students, staff and its family of schools.

Its partnerships with UNICEF, MIT, IMG Academy and Juilliard place it at the cutting edge of educational practice while offering distinctive experiences for students. Joining Nord Anglia Education means becoming part of a committed, innovative and internationally connected professional community.

Application process

Applications must be submitted online via the Nord Anglia Education careers page and should include a CV.

Equal opportunities and safeguarding

Nord Anglia Education is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. The organisation treats colleagues fairly on the basis of skills and qualifications, without discrimination, and welcomes people from all backgrounds, including those with different abilities, neurodivergent conditions and other protected characteristics. The school group also maintains very high safeguarding standards and expects every employee to share that commitment.