Montessori Early Years Educator (3-6) – Part-Time, Tembisa

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 134,000 - 201,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Supportive community

Montessori resources

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng, South Africa, seeks a Montessori Early Years Educator (3-6 years) to create a child-centered learning environment using Montessori methods. The role is on-site and part-time, focusing on guiding children with warmth and expertise, maintaining a prepared Montessori environment, and collaborating with a team of educators.

The successful candidate will observe and document progress, communicate with parents, and participate in ongoing professional development to uphold high

Qualifications

• AMI/AMS Montessori certification for ages 3-6.
• Minimum of 3 years of Montessori teaching experience.
• Excellent observational and communication skills.
• Willingness to undergo background check and be located in Tembisa.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain the Montessori classroom environment, ensuring it is orderly, stimulating, and safe.
• Guide children individually and in small groups using Montessori materials and methods.
• Observe and record children's progress, milestones, and behaviour patterns.
• Plan and conduct engaging work cycles for diverse needs and interests.
• Foster independence, self-discipline, and respect among children.
• Communicate progress with parents regarding the child's development.
• Collaborate with colleagues to implement school initiatives and activities.
• Ensure the safety and emotional well-being of all children under supervision.
• Maintain a clean and organised classroom and care of materials.
• Participate in staff meetings and professional development sessions.

Skills

Montessori certification

3+ years experience

Observation skills

English proficiency

Education

AMI/AMS Montessori certification

Job description

Placements24 in Gauteng, South Africa, seeks a Montessori Early Years Educator (3-6 years) to create a child-centered learning environment using Montessori methods. The role is on-site and part-time, focusing on guiding children with warmth and expertise, maintaining a prepared Montessori environment, and collaborating with a team of educators.

The successful candidate will observe and document progress, communicate with parents, and participate in ongoing professional development to uphold high