Job Summary
The overall purpose of this job is to provide students with a safe and inclusive learning environment by designing and implementing appropriate learning instructions and activities that align with the curriculum and manage overall student discipline.
Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure safe transportation of pupils to and from school by conducting pick-up and dropoff duties, while maintaining appropriate safety procedures when in transit;
Develop daily lesson plans that incorporate the CBC framework and deliver lessons on numeracy, literacy, and understanding of the world to students;
Create a nurturing, stimulating, and safe learning environment for early year's pupils and assess their progress and adaptability;
Coordinate and facilitate the school trips and excursions, including selecting appropriate destinations, ensuring adequate transportation and ensuring the safety and well-being of all pupils. The role should also evaluate the effectiveness of the trips/excursions and make improvements for future trips;
Develop a termly scheme of work outlining the topics, expected outcomes, and resources to be used for each lesson;
Prepare a daily occurrence report on classroom happenings and maintain accurate records of the students' work;
Organize and lead school assemblies twice a week on Mondays and Fridays, including coordinating pupil presentations and selecting those that would lead the assembly;
Administer enrolment interview assessments for potential pupils, analyse the results, and key in the grades into Mzizi system whilst providing feedback to parents on their child's results and responding to questions they may have;
Develop a term-based theme and related projects focusing on life skills, culture, and other related areas;
Conduct end-of-unit assessments to evaluate student understanding of the material covered and analyze the results to determine the effectiveness of the teaching methods used;
Maintain a safe and healthy learning environment by ensuring that the classroom is safe, clean, and well-organized;
Supervise students during classroom and outdoor activities to prevent accidents and promote positive behaviour;
Participate in ongoing professional development such as seminars and workshops to stay up-to-date with best practices in early childhood education and teaching methodologies to enhance teaching skills and knowledge;
Create a safe and stimulating learning environment by setting up displays, and bulletin boards that engage children's curiosity and support their learning;
Communicate regularly with parents and guardians about their child's progress, strengths, and areas of improvement through regular parent teacher conferences, progress reports, and other forms of communication;
Assist in setting up beds for nap time after lunch and closely supervise pupils during nap time to ensure their safety and well-being;
Provide differentiated instruction to meet the diverse needs of early year's students.
This includes using a variety of instructional strategies, materials, and resources to support student learning and success;
Foster a positive classroom culture that promotes respect, inclusion, and empathy by establishing clear expectations for behaviour and providing students with opportunities to collaborate and work together;
Provide assistance with toileting and potty training, including changing diapers as needed;
Any other responsibilities assigned to the jobholder by the supervisor from time to time.
Qualifications
Diploma in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
Must be registered with Teacher Service Commission (TSC)
Minimum of 2 years relevant experience in Education
Desired Competencies and Attributes
Experience with play-based learning and student-centered instruction.
Experience in classroom management and creating a safe and inclusive learning environment.
Knowledge of Early Childhood Education. Understanding of developmentally appropriate practices, educational theories, and strategies specific to early years.
Ability to design and deliver age-appropriate lessons, activities, and assessments that align with the curriculum and learning objectives.
Ability to use formative and summative assessments to evaluate student learning and adjust instruction accordingly.
Ability to create and maintain a safe, organized, and engaging learning environment.
Ability to integrate technology into instruction and use technology to support student learning.
Ability to speak different languages and communicate with parents who may speak different languages.
Understanding of phonics and early reading instruction to help students develop their reading skills.
Ability to use and integrate various classroom technologies and educational software to enhance learning patience and empathy.
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and other stakeholders to support student learning and well-being.