Soweto Early Years Educator – Nurturing Futures

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Paid annual leave

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, is seeking a passionate Early Childhood Development Practitioner to nurture and support 2- to 5-year-olds in a community-focused learning environment. You will plan and deliver engaging activities that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.

The role requires a recognized ECD qualification, prior experience with young children, strong observation and communication skills, and a commitment to safety and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Recognized ECD qualification or equivalent.
• Experience as an ECD Practitioner with young children.
• Strong knowledge of child development and curricula.
• Excellent communication and observational skills.
• Ability to plan engaging learning activities.
• Willingness to undergo a background check.
• Based in Soweto or able to commute.
• First Aid certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Create a safe, clean, and stimulating learning environment.
• Observe, assess, and document children's progress.
• Provide individual and small group instruction.
• Foster positive social and emotional development.
• Communicate regularly with parents about development.
• Ensure health, safety, and well-being of children.
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in team meetings.
• Maintain a well-organized and resourced classroom.
• Uphold the center's values in Soweto.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Observation skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Patience

Education

ECD qualification

First Aid certification

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, is seeking a passionate Early Childhood Development Practitioner to nurture and support 2- to 5-year-olds in a community-focused learning environment. You will plan and deliver engaging activities that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.

The role requires a recognized ECD qualification, prior experience with young children, strong observation and communication skills, and a commitment to safety and inclusion.