Early Childhood Educator - Playgroup

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Employee discounts on childcare

Provident fund

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a nurturing and energetic Early Childhood Educator for a playgroup in Sandton. You will create a safe and stimulating environment where toddlers explore and learn through play, plan activities, observe progress, and build strong relationships with families.

The role emphasizes patient, caring interactions and a collaborative team in a reputable setting, with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Early Childhood Development or a related field.
• Experience working with toddlers and young children in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of child development principles and play-based learning approaches.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and observational skills.
• A genuine passion for early childhood education and a patient, caring demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement age-appropriate play-based learning activities for young children.
• Supervise children during all activities, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
• Observe and document children's developmental milestones and progress, sharing insights with parents.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Communicate effectively and build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Observational skills

Play-based learning knowledge

Education

Early Childhood Development qualification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a nurturing and energetic Early Childhood Educator to join their reputable playgroup in Sandton . This role focuses on creating a safe, stimulating, and supportive environment where toddlers and young children can explore, learn, and develop through play. You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging activities, observing children's progress, and building positive relationships with families. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate educator to contribute to the foundational learning experiences of young children in a collaborative and caring setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and implement age-appropriate play-based learning activities for young children.
• Supervise children during all activities, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
• Observe and document children's developmental milestones and progress, sharing insights with parents.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Communicate effectively and build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.

Requirements

• Qualification in Early Childhood Development or a related field.
• Experience working with toddlers and young children in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of child development principles and play-based learning approaches.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and observational skills.
• A genuine passion for early childhood education and a patient, caring demeanor.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• A supportive and team-oriented work environment.
• Employee discounts on childcare services.
• Contribution to a provident fund.