Early Years Educator — Playful Learning & Development

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Employee discount on child fees

Pension fund contribution

Regular team meetings

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a nurturing Early Years Educator for a preschool in Benoni, Gauteng. You will create a safe, stimulating classroom for children aged 3-5, implementing an age-appropriate curriculum and fostering holistic development through play-based activities.

The role emphasizes building strong relationships with children and families, observing progress, and collaborating with colleagues to support a child-centric educational approach within the Benoni community.

Qualifications

• ECD qualification or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with preschool-aged children.
• Passion for early childhood education and development.
• Excellent understanding of child psychology and play-based learning methodologies.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage a classroom and ensure child safety.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement age-appropriate educational programs for preschoolers.
• Create a safe, stimulating classroom environment.
• Foster cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development through play.
• Observe and document progress and provide feedback to parents.
• Maintain classroom routines and safety; support school initiatives.
• Communicate with parents about development and activities.

Skills

Play-based learning

Strong communication

Curriculum delivery

Classroom management

Education

ECD qualification

First Aid certification

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a nurturing Early Years Educator for a preschool in Benoni, Gauteng. You will create a safe, stimulating classroom for children aged 3-5, implementing an age-appropriate curriculum and fostering holistic development through play-based activities.

The role emphasizes building strong relationships with children and families, observing progress, and collaborating with colleagues to support a child-centric educational approach within the Benoni community.