ECD Educator: Nurturing 3-5 Year-Olds

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 123,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Early Childhood Development Educator for a center in Pretoria. The role focuses on creating a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment for children aged 3–5 to explore, learn, and grow.

The educator will plan play-based activities, observe development, and communicate with parents to support each child’s literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional growth within a caring Gauteng-based team.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of child development theories and age-appropriate pedagogy.
• Excellent observation and assessment skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with children, parents and colleagues.
• Patience, creativity and enthusiasm for working with young children.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement age-appropriate educational activities and play-based learning experiences.
• Develop and maintain a stimulating classroom environment that promotes exploration and discovery.
• Observe and assess children's development, progress, and needs, documenting observations accurately.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians about their child's development and daily activities.
• Ensure safety and well-being of all children, adhering to health and safety regulations.
• Foster positive social interactions and emotional development among children.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support the program and share best practices.
• Prepare and manage classroom materials and resources.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and parent-teacher conferences.

Education

Diploma in ECD

B.Ed. Foundation Phase

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Early Childhood Development Educator for a center in Pretoria. The role focuses on creating a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment for children aged 3–5 to explore, learn, and grow.

The educator will plan play-based activities, observe development, and communicate with parents to support each child’s literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional growth within a caring Gauteng-based team.