Toddler Educator

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 112,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Supportive team

Training opportunities

Meaningful work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a nurturing Toddler Educator to join their team in Paarl, Western Cape. You will create a safe, stimulating environment where toddlers explore, learn, and develop essential skills during their crucial early years.

Responsibilities include planning play-based activities, ensuring safety and hygiene, observing progress, and collaborating with colleagues to uphold high care standards. This role requires warmth, patience, and strong communication with families.

Qualifications

• Early Childhood Development qualification or equivalent.
• Experience with toddlers and toddler-focused childcare.
• Warm, patient, nurturing demeanor.
• Strong communication with children, parents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver play-based activities promoting development.
• Ensure safety, hygiene, and emotional well-being of each child.
• Observe and document learning progress for families and team.
• Create an inclusive, stimulating classroom environment.
• Collaborate with educators on curriculum and standards.

Skills

Warm, patient personality

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Relevant qualification in Early Childhood Development or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a nurturing and patient Toddler Educator to join their dedicated team in Paarl . This role is focused on creating a stimulating and safe environment where toddlers can explore, learn, and develop essential skills during their crucial early years. You will be responsible for implementing age-appropriate activities that encourage curiosity, social interaction, and cognitive growth, while ensuring the well-being and safety of every child. This is an ideal position for someone passionate about early childhood development and committed to providing exceptional care.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging, play-based learning activities for toddlers that promote development across all domains.
• Provide attentive care, ensuring the safety, hygiene, and emotional well-being of each child.
• Observe and document children's learning and development, communicating progress and needs to parents and colleagues.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment that encourages exploration and independence.
• Collaborate with fellow educators to maintain high standards of care and contribute to curriculum development.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Early Childhood Development or a related field.
• Experience working with toddlers or in a toddler-focused childcare setting.
• A warm, patient, and nurturing personality.
• Strong understanding of toddler development and age-appropriate practices.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with children, parents, and colleagues.

Benefits

• Competitive monthly salary.
• Supportive team environment focused on professional growth.
• Opportunity to work with young children in a caring setting in Paarl .
• Access to resources and training to enhance your skills.
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of toddlers.