Early Years Teacher

Job Summary

Our client, a reputable school in Lagos seeks the professional services of an Early Years Teacher for immediate employment. We are looking for a certified early years teacher who can effectively address the needs of children in a school environment. The early years teacher is responsible for providing developmentally appropriate programs that are aligned with the national norms of the state.

• Minimum Qualification:HND
• Experience Level:Senior level
• Experience Length:5 years

Job Description/Requirements

Responsibilities:

• Educating children about fundamental concepts, such as colors, letters, numbers, and shapes.
• Encouraging social interactions between children and improving their self-esteem.
• Engaging in creative methods of learning, such as arts and crafts, supervised play, and storytelling.
• Planning comprehensive curriculums to address early childhood development needs.
• Instilling a sense of order and discipline in the classroom.
• Monitoring free time on the playground.
• Ensuring the classroom is a clean, safe, and organized environment.
• Preparing for lessons by gathering materials and setting up workstations.
• Communicating with parents to better understand the children's home lives and psyches.
• Writing up reports for parents on each child's developmental progress.

Requirements:

• A degree in education, with a focus on early childhood development.
• Minimum of 5 years experience as a preschool teacher.
• Special need background is an added advantage.
• Ability to communicate with young children at their level.
• Patient, compassionate attitude, with a friendly, energetic disposition.
• Good mediation and nurturing abilities.
• Creative mindset with an ability to create memorable, out-of-the-box lessons.
• Passion for shaping and inspiring young minds.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to serve as a positive role model

Location: Ikeja