Early Years Teacher

About this role

Birchwood Montessori Academy in Kwara is seeking an Early Years Teacher to work with preschool children. The role involves creating a safe, nurturing classroom and delivering a developmentally appropriate curriculum that supports cognitive, social, emotional and physical development while fostering creativity and a love of learning. The position is for someone with early years teaching experience and a commitment to holistic child development.

What you would do

• Design and deliver age-appropriate activities and lessons aligned with the preschool curriculum and state standards.
• Create a safe, engaging classroom environment that supports social and emotional development.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues, and maintain regular communication with parents/guardians.
• Observe and assess children's development and progress to plan personalised learning experiences.
• Maintain accurate records of children's progress, attendance and developmental milestones.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan and run school-wide events and activities.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Relevant teaching experience, preferably in a preschool setting.
• Passion for working with young children and commitment to holistic development.
• Knowledge of child development theories and best practices in early childhood education.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and families.
• Organisational and time management skills to plan and implement a variety of activities and lessons.

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