Primary Years Support Educators (Barcelona, Spain)

👋 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 eight locations across Europe, Asia, and Latin America. 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 programmes 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.

Please note:
- This role is part of our hiring for the upcoming launch in Barcelona. As we are still finalising operational timelines for the location, exact start dates are yet to be confirmed. We're reviewing applications on a rolling basis and are committed to keeping shortlisted candidates informed as plans take shape.
- Our business language is English, please submit your application in English.

🙌 About 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 personalised, multi-age, skills-driven and strength-based system that is supportively led by educators as mentors.

Support Educators are partners in education, working alongside the Lead Teacher to provide the best possible experience for each child. The role is designed to assist the classroom teacher and allow for more effective use of their professional knowledge and abilities.

👩‍🏫 What You'll Do

Accountability for Learning

• Inspire students to achieve maximum learning by employing a range of teaching techniques, methods, and principles of learning, enabling students to succeed academically, socially, behaviourally, and emotionally
• Develop engaging and meaningful activities in collaboration with educational professionals and community service providers, ensuring an outstanding student experience every day
• Lead small group instruction and collect the required data to determine each child's progress in line with their individual education plan (IEP)
• Foster a culture of learning and acceptance by advocating for children with academic, social-emotional, or behavioural concerns, and model appropriate social skills in the classroom
  
  

Instructional Design & Practice

• Dedicate a number of hours each week to leading, planning, and teaching workshops or sessions in your areas of expertise and passion
• Direct small group or individual instruction as guided by the Lead Teacher, working cooperatively by sharing ideas and concerns
• Implement behaviour management activities that promote a safe learning environment for all
• Mobilise and develop resources to support instructional activities planned by the Lead Teacher
• Cover for Lead Teachers when they are sick or unavailable
• Support educators during Nature Time, Arts, Science, Cooking, and Cultural Immersion sessions
• Assist with lunch and snack duty, nap duty, and playground supervision
• Help maintain clean and organised facilities throughout the day
  
  

✅ About You

• Excellent English language skills; Spanish is a strong advantage for this location
• Living in Barcelona or nearby, and able to commute daily
• Minimum Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field
• Willing to develop knowledge in crisis prevention, intervention, and management
• Willing to gain knowledge of effective teaching methodologies for students with disabilities
• Able to work collaboratively with classroom teachers
• Strong problem-solving skills and comfort working in ambiguous environments
• Able to promote ethical behaviour and maintain confidentiality regarding students
• Proactive, adaptable, and able to apply quick thinking in a fast-growing environment
  
  

🎁 What We Offer

• Meaningful impact — create the education where children grow holistically
• Curriculum innovation — pioneer place-based learning that turns destinations into classrooms
• Opportunities for professional growth — step into a dynamic environment where your role can grow as you grow
• Family benefits — enjoy discounted tuition for your children at our Boundless Schools

Take a look at our policies and benefits here.

✨ What's Next?

1. Recruitment screening (30 min)
2. Interview with the Programme Learning & Design team (60 min)
3. Interview with the Education Centre Director (60 min)
4. Final check-in with the COO, if required (60 min)
   
   

The process might change slightly as we go along — we will keep you posted at all times.

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