Early Childhood Educator

Placements24; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Early Childhood Educator for a vibrant learning environment in Midrand. You will implement engaging curriculum activities that support holistic child development, including cognitive, social, emotional, and physical domains.

Join a supportive team that values creativity, professionalism, and a child-centered approach, ensuring every child's unique needs are met with care and attention, while collaborating with colleagues on events and family engagement.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Proven experience working with young children in a formal educational setting.
• Excellent knowledge of child development principles and best practices in early childhood education.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Patience, creativity, and a genuine passion for working with children.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities.
• Observe and document children's progress, providing regular feedback to parents and guardians regarding their child's learning journey and milestones.
• Create a safe, clean, and stimulating classroom environment that encourages exploration, curiosity, and positive social interactions.
• Manage classroom behavior effectively, fostering a sense of community and respect among children.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan and execute special events, parent-teacher meetings, and educational outings.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Early Childhood Education qualification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and nurturing Early Childhood Educator to join their vibrant learning environment in Midrand . This role is pivotal in fostering a stimulating and safe space where young children can explore, learn, and grow. You will be responsible for implementing engaging curriculum activities that support holistic child development, including cognitive, social, emotional, and physical domains. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact on the early development of children, working within a supportive team that values creativity, professionalism, and a child-centered approach to education, ensuring that every child's unique needs are met with care and attention.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities that align with educational standards and promote child development.
• Observe and document children's progress, providing regular feedback to parents and guardians regarding their child's learning journey and milestones.
• Create a safe, clean, and stimulating classroom environment that encourages exploration, curiosity, and positive social interactions.
• Manage classroom behavior effectively, fostering a sense of community and respect among children.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan and execute special events, parent-teacher meetings, and educational outings.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Proven experience working with young children in a formal educational setting.
• Excellent knowledge of child development principles and best practices in early childhood education.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Patience, creativity, and a genuine passion for working with children.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Opportunities for professional development and further training.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Access to modern educational resources and facilities.
• Contribution towards medical aid and pension fund.