Early Childhood Teacher

C-A-T Playground; Cyberjaya; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous professional development

Mentoring & coaching

Flexible working options

Staff wellness programme

Job summary

AFY Autism and Special Needs Centre in Cyberjaya, Malaysia, is seeking an Early Childhood Teacher for a full-time role. You will create nurturing learning environments that support cognitive, emotional, social and physical development for young learners.

You will plan age-appropriate activities, assess progress, collaborate with families, and maintain structured routines to foster confidence and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Recognised qualification in Early Childhood Education or equivalent.
• Passion for young children's holistic development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to plan engaging, developmentally appropriate activities.
• Patience, creativity and adaptability in meeting diverse needs.
• Physical stamina for active daily engagement.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child well-being.
• First aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate curriculum activities.
• Create inclusive, safe and stimulating classrooms.
• Observe and assess progress, document milestones.
• Build positive relationships with children and families.
• Collaborate with parents to support learning at home.
• Manage classroom behaviour with positive discipline.
• Maintain attendance and progress records.
• Support children with different learning needs.
• Participate in staff meetings and professional development.
• Assist with events, outings and extracurricular activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Classroom management

Play-based learning

Differentiated instruction

First aid & CPR

Education

Early Childhood Education qualification

Job description

About the role

AFY Autism and Special Needs Centre is seeking an Early Childhood Teacher to join our team at our centre in Cyberjaya, Selangor. This is a full-time position where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the foundational years of children's development. As an Early Childhood Teacher, you will create nurturing, stimulating learning environments that foster cognitive, emotional, social and physical development in young learners. This position is central to our mission of providing exceptional early childhood education and care.

What you'll be doing

Planning and delivering age-appropriate curriculum activities that promote holistic development across all learning domains

Creating inclusive, safe and stimulating classroom environments that encourage exploration and discovery

Observing and assessing children's progress, documenting developmental milestones and adjusting teaching strategies accordingly

Building positive relationships with children and fostering their emotional well-being and confidence

Collaborating with parents and guardians to support children's learning and development both at school and at home

Managing classroom behaviour through positive discipline strategies and establishing clear, consistent routines

Maintaining detailed records of children's attendance, progress and any concerns

Supporting children with different learning needs and ensuring differentiated instruction where necessary

Participating in staff meetings and professional development activities to maintain best practices in early childhood education

Assisting with the organisation and supervision of school events, outings and extracurricular activities

What we're looking for

A recognised qualification in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Development, or an equivalent teaching credential

A genuine passion for working with young children and a commitment to their holistic development

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues

Excellent classroom management abilities and the capacity to maintain a supportive, structured learning environment

Knowledge of early childhood development theories and contemporary pedagogical approaches

Ability to plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning activities that align with curriculum standards

Patience, creativity and adaptability when responding to children's individual needs and interests

Physical stamina and good health, as the role involves active engagement with young children throughout the day

A commitment to safeguarding and the well-being of all children in your care

First aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain this upon employment)

Proficiency in English; proficiency in other languages is advantageous

What we offer

AFY Autism and Sepcial Needs Centre is committed to supporting the professional growth and well-being of our educators. We offer competitive remuneration commensurate with qualifications and experience. Our benefits include opportunities for continuous professional development and training in early childhood pedagogy, a collaborative and supportive work environment where your ideas and contributions are valued, and flexible working arrangements where possible to support work-life balance. We also provide a staff wellness programme and access to ongoing mentoring and coaching. Join a team that is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of learners in a centre that prioritises quality care and education.

About us

AFY Autism and Special Needs Centre is a leading provider of special childhood education and care services. We are dedicated to creating enriching learning environments where young children can thrive emotionally, socially, intellectually and physically. Our approach is grounded in contemporary educational research and best practices in early childhood development. We believe in the power of play-based learning, individualised attention and strong partnerships with families. Our mission is to provide exceptional early childhood education that nurtures curiosity, creativity and confidence in every child who walks through our doors. We foster a culture of continuous improvement, professional excellence and genuine care for the children and families we serve.