Lead Teachers (Early & Primary Years) in Portugal

About Boundless Life

Boundless Life is redefining the way families live, work, and learn by empowering them to embrace a nomadic lifestyle that fosters deeper connections and personal growth. We provide family-friendly accommodations, an innovative education system that travels with you, and vibrant communities of like-minded individuals. Our mission is to create immersive "live abroad" experiences that balance professional commitments with enriching personal development.

Since our founding in 2021, we've rapidly expanded to seven locations across Europe, Asia, and Latin America, bringing together over 140 team members from diverse backgrounds. Our growth reflects our commitment to transforming the experience economy and making a meaningful impact on how families integrate work, education, and exploration into their lives.

At Boundless Life, we believe in the power of community and the importance of a holistic approach to education. Our programs are designed to inspire curiosity, build resilience, and nurture a global perspective, preparing children for an ever-changing future. Join us in pioneering a new way of living that harmoniously blends work, learning, and adventure, enabling families to thrive in a connected and dynamic world.

The role

Boundless Education is transforming current systems of education. Our educational concept empowers all children to explore their natural creativity, discover their true passions, and shape their own future. We apply the renowned Finnish Curriculum integrated with best pedagogical practices from around the world to create a personalized, multi-age, skills-driven, and strength-based system that is supportively led by educators as mentors.

We are looking for passionate Early Years and Primary Years Lead Educators to join our team in Sintra, Portugal. These full-time positions are available for educators working with children aged 1-5 years (Early Years) and 6-9 years (Primary Years) within our Boundless Education system.

A key responsibility of our educators is ensuring the duty of care for all children, creating meaningful learning opportunities, and actively mentoring our explorers through their educational journey. Learning is not confined to the classroom—our educators foster experiential, inquiry-based learning both inside and outside the classroom.

What’s in it for you

• Ensure the duty of care for all children


• Cultivate a sense of community and belonging


• Foster holistic well-being, encompassing physical, social, and emotional health


• Implement the Boundless Education Questing framework for authentic learning experiences


• Guide children along personalized learning pathways


• Provide routine updates to parents using technological tools


• Establish goals with children and monitor progress with verbal and written feedback


• Plan interdisciplinary lessons incorporating local experiences


• Apply Montessori principles in Early Years classrooms and inquiry-based learning strategies in Primary Years


• Maximize educational technology tools for learning


• Lead conferences and collect data for end-of-cohort Growth Trackers


• Collaborate with colleagues to set high learning standards in a best-practice environment


• Engage in continuous professional learning for personal and educational growth


• Build strong connections with parents and carers

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and vacation
  


• Discounted tuition for your child to attend Boundless Education


• Opportunities for personal and professional growth


• Framework for experiential leadership, teaching, and learning


• Meals during the day

About you

For Both Levels:

• Live in Sintra or nearby to commute daily


• Excellent English language skills


• Ability to thrive in fast-paced and evolving environments


• Clear and effective communicator

For Early Years Educators (1-6 years old):

• Educational qualification in early years education


• Montessori-trained


• Minimum 2 years of teaching experience


• Experience with culturally and linguistically diverse learners


• Special needs expertise is a great plus

For Primary Years Educators (6-9 years old):

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred)


• Minimum 3 years of full-time classroom experience


• Experience with inquiry-based educational programs and collaborative teams


• Experience with culturally and linguistically diverse learners


• Special needs expertise is a great plus


• Knowledge of child safety, psychological needs, research-supported instructional techniques, and assessment strategies

What's next?

1. Video interview to answer 2-3 key questions about your experience.


2. First call (30 min) with our Recruitment team.


3. Interview with the Head of Education (60 min).


4. Final Interview with the Head of Academics (60 min).

The process may change slightly as we go along, but we will keep you posted at all times.

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