Preschool Educator

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 96,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Supportive team

Modern resources

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom seeks a Preschool Educator to design and deliver an engaging curriculum for preschoolers, nurturing cognitive, social and emotional growth. You will foster a positive classroom that encourages curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.

The role emphasizes child development knowledge, strong communication with families, and collaboration with staff to maintain high standards of care in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Early Childhood Education or related discipline.
• Experience teaching preschool-aged children.
• Strong knowledge of child development principles.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with families and staff.
• Patience, creativity and a love for young children.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans that promote learning through play.
• Create a safe, stimulating classroom environment encouraging curiosity.
• Assess and track children's progress; provide feedback to parents.
• Foster positive social development and emotional growth.
• Collaborate with colleagues on events and care standards.

Skills

Preschool teaching

Curriculum planning

Communication with parents

Education

Early Childhood Education

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an energetic and creative Preschool Educator to join their vibrant team in Welkom . You will be responsible for designing and delivering an engaging curriculum that nurtures the cognitive, social, and emotional growth of preschool-aged children. This role is fundamental to our mission of providing exceptional early education and fostering a lifelong love of learning. If you are passionate about child development and dedicated to creating a positive and stimulating classroom experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive lesson plans that promote learning through play and exploration.
• Create a stimulating and safe classroom environment that encourages curiosity and discovery.
• Assess and track children's progress, providing regular feedback to parents and guardians.
• Foster positive social interactions and emotional development among children.
• Collaborate with colleagues to organize school events and maintain high standards of care.

Requirements

• A recognized qualification in Early Childhood Education or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching preschool-aged children.
• Strong knowledge of child development principles and effective teaching strategies.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with children, parents, and staff in Welkom .
• Patience, creativity, and a genuine love for working with young children.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and ongoing training in early childhood education.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment focused on student success.
• Access to modern teaching resources and a well-equipped classroom.
• The rewarding experience of contributing to the foundational education of children.