Playful Early Years Educator — Inspire Curious Minds

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Supportive team

Teaching resources

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Educator to join a preschool in Klerksdorp. You will create a play-based learning environment that nurtures curiosity and foundational skills, planning activities, observing progress, and communicating with families.

Ideal candidates hold an Early Childhood Education qualification, have preschool experience, and bring strong observation and documentation abilities, with a nurturing, patient approach and a commitment to ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Appropriate qualification in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in a preschool or nursery setting.
• Strong understanding of child development principles and best practices.
• Excellent communication, observation, and documentation skills.
• A nurturing, patient, and creative approach to teaching young children.
• First Aid and CPR certification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans and learning experiences.
• Observe children's development, document their learning journeys, and provide regular feedback to parents.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and stimulating classroom environment that encourages exploration and discovery.
• Promote positive social-emotional development, guiding children in building relationships and managing feelings.
• Collaborate with fellow educators and management to enhance curriculum and school activities.
• Manage daily routines including meals, naps, and hygiene practices.

Skills

Communication skills

Observation skills

Documentation skills

Education

Early Childhood Education qualification

Tools

First Aid & CPR

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Educator to join a preschool in Klerksdorp. You will create a play-based learning environment that nurtures curiosity and foundational skills, planning activities, observing progress, and communicating with families.

Ideal candidates hold an Early Childhood Education qualification, have preschool experience, and bring strong observation and documentation abilities, with a nurturing, patient approach and a commitment to ongoing professional