Preschool Educator

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Supportive team

Coastal Richards Bay school

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an energetic Preschool Educator to join our friendly Richards Bay team. You will design engaging activities and support young children's social, emotional, cognitive and physical development through play and exploration.

The role requires a relevant Early Childhood Education qualification, preschool experience, and excellent communication. A warm, patient, and engaging personality and a police clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Qualified in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Experience in preschool or childcare.
• Knowledge of child development stages and educational best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Warm, patient and engaging personality.
• Police clearance certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver creative and age-appropriate lesson plans.
• Facilitate play-based learning activities that promote child development.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and stimulating learning environment for all children.
• Monitor and document children's progress, celebrating their achievements.
• Collaborate with parents to support children's learning and development at home.
• Manage classroom behavior positively and constructively.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Engaging personality

Child development knowledge

Education

Early Childhood Education qualification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an energetic and qualified Preschool Educator to join their vibrant educational team in Richards Bay . This role is dedicated to providing an engaging and supportive learning environment for young children, focusing on developing their social, emotional, cognitive, and physical skills. You will be responsible for creating stimulating activities and fostering a love for learning through play and exploration. The ideal candidate is passionate about early childhood education and committed to nurturing the development of every child. This position offers a rewarding career path in a beautiful coastal setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver creative and age-appropriate lesson plans.
• Facilitate play-based learning activities that promote child development.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and stimulating learning environment for all children.
• Monitor and document children's progress, celebrating their achievements.
• Collaborate with parents to support children's learning and development at home.
• Manage classroom behavior positively and constructively.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Previous experience working in a preschool or childcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of child development stages and educational best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A warm, patient, and engaging personality.
• Must possess a valid police clearance certificate.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Professional development opportunities and training programs.
• A positive and supportive team atmosphere.
• Work in a well-resourced and child-friendly school in Richards Bay .
• Opportunities for career growth within the organization.