Pre-Primary Teacher

We are seeking a dedicated and nurturing Pre-Primary Teacher to join our school. As a Pre-Primary Teacher, you will play a fundamental role in fostering the early development and education of young children. You will create a safe and stimulating learning environment, facilitate age-appropriate activities, and promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.

Key Responsibilities:

Curriculum Development: Develop and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum for pre-primary children, including lesson plans, learning materials, and activities. Ensure alignment with educational standards and objectives. Foster a love for learning and encourage curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking skills.

Classroom Management: Establish and maintain a well-organized and child-friendly classroom environment. Manage classroom routines, transitions, and behavior, promoting a positive and inclusive atmosphere. Set clear expectations and enforce classroom rules and boundaries. Foster a sense of community and respect among students.

Individualized Instruction: Assess each child's developmental needs and learning styles. Adapt teaching strategies and materials to accommodate diverse abilities and learning profiles. Provide individualized attention and support to students, addressing their specific needs and challenges.

Learning Support: Create a supportive and inclusive learning environment that encourages active student participation. Provide guidance and assistance to students in their learning activities. Foster language and communication skills, early literacy, numeracy, and motor skills development through engaging and interactive lessons and activities.Parent Communication: Establish and maintain open and regular communication with parents or guardians. Provide updates on children's progress, milestones, and areas of development. Conduct parent-teacher conferences and participate in parent involvement activities and events.

Classroom Resources and Materials: Select and organize age-appropriate educational resources, materials, and equipment to enhance the learning experience. Create and display visual aids, learning centers, and interactive displays that promote student engagement and learning.

Safety and Well-being: Ensure the safety and well-being of all students at all times. Follow proper safety protocols and emergency procedures. Monitor students during classroom activities and outdoor play. Attend to students' personal needs, such as toileting, feeding, and rest periods, as required.Professional Development: Stay updated on current trends, research, and best practices in early childhood education. Attend professional development workshops, conferences, and training sessions to enhance teaching skills and knowledge. Collaborate with colleagues and participate in team meetings and professional learning communities.

Qualifications and Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (or equivalent certification/diploma in Early Childhood Education).

Relevant teaching certification or licensure, if required by the local education authority.Proven experience working with young children in a pre-primary or early childhood education setting.

Strong knowledge of child development principles and early learning methodologies.Understanding of age-appropriate teaching strategies, techniques, and best practices.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect and engage with young children and their parents.

Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with young children.Creativity and the ability to develop engaging and interactive learning activities.Strong organizational and classroom management skills.Knowledge of health and safety regulations and protocols in an educational setting.Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.Proficiency in basic computer skills and educational technology is a plus.