Academic Coordinator (Early Years)

About the Organization: Averroes International School Bashundhara is an Islamic English-medium international school in Bangladesh committed to academic excellence, moral development and international educational standards.
Founded by education leader Mohammad Anisur Rahaman Shohagh and managed and operated by Averroes Global Education Ltd. (AGEL), the school offers British education integrated with Islamic Studies, Tarbiah and Hifzul Qur’an.
We invite applications from caring, experienced and organised educators to lead our Early Years team and nurture a strong foundation for children’s learning and development.
Job Location: Bashundhara Residential Area, Dhaka
Job Context: The Academic Coordinator will oversee teaching, learning and daily academic coordination across Playgroup, Nursery, Pre-KG and KG, working closely with the Principal and school management.
The successful candidate will support a warm, safe and stimulating environment where children develop language, early literacy, numeracy, independence, confidence and positive behaviour through purposeful play and age-appropriate learning.Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and review the Early Years curriculum, schemes of work, lesson plans and learning resources.
• Guide developmentally appropriate teaching informed by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and the school’s approved British education framework.
• Ensure a balanced approach combining purposeful play, guided activities, exploration and structured learning.
• Support consistent teaching of phonics, spoken English, early reading, writing readiness and foundational mathematics.
• Integrate Islamic values, daily duas, good manners and age-appropriate Qur’anic learning into classroom routines in collaboration with specialist teachers.
• Mentor teachers and teaching assistants through planning meetings, lesson observations, feedback and demonstration lessons.
• Coordinate induction and professional development for the Early Years team.
• Monitor children’s progress through observation, learning records and age-appropriate assessment.
• Identify learning or developmental concerns early and coordinate suitable support with parents and relevant staff.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, inclusion and respectful relationships.
• Maintain effective safeguarding, supervision and child protection practices.
• Oversee classroom organisation, learning displays, resources and the safe use of indoor and outdoor learning areas.
• Coordinate timetables, classroom routines, events and transitions between year groups.
• Support admission observations and school-readiness discussions without placing unnecessary pressure on young children.
• Maintain constructive communication with parents through meetings, progress reports and appropriate follow-up.
• Support a smooth transition from Early Years to Primary.
• Maintain academic records and provide regular progress and improvement reports to the Principal.
• Undertake classroom teaching or demonstration lessons as required.

Experience Requirements

• Preferably at least five years of teaching experience, including substantial experience in Early Years education.
• Preferably two years of experience as a Coordinator, Year Leader, Section Head or in a comparable academic leadership role.
• Experience in a British-curriculum or international school is strongly preferred.
• Proven experience in teacher mentoring, curriculum planning and parent communication.
• Experience in establishing or developing an Early Years section will be an advantage.

Additional Requirements

• Excellent spoken and written English, with effective communication skills in Bangla.
• Strong understanding of early childhood development and age-appropriate learning.
• Practical knowledge of EYFS principles, phonics instruction and observation-based assessment.
• A caring, patient and approachable manner.
• Ability to lead teachers collaboratively and provide clear, constructive feedback.
• Commitment to inclusive practice and respect for children’s individual learning needs.
• Sound understanding of safeguarding, child protection and professional boundaries.
• Proficiency in digital lesson planning, academic records and common office applications.
• Respect for the school’s Islamic ethos and commitment to integrating values into everyday learning.
• Willingness to work full-time on campus and participate in scheduled parent meetings, training and school events.

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Education, Child Development or a relevant discipline from a recognised university.
• A recognised teaching qualification, such as B.Ed., PGCE or an equivalent credential, will be preferred.
• Relevant training in EYFS, systematic phonics, early childhood assessment or inclusive education will be an advantage.

• At least 5 years

• Negotiable salary based on qualifications, experience and suitability.
• Other benefits in accordance with organisational policy.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.