Early Years Teacher and Caregiver

About the role

Brickhouse Montessori & Creche in Abuja is looking for an Early Years Teacher and Caregiver to teach and look after children aged 5 months to 5 years. The role combines play-based teaching with day-to-day care, in a safe and inclusive classroom.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate, play-based lessons aligned with early years learning goals, adapting strategies to individual learners, including those with additional needs.
• Support children's social, emotional, physical and cognitive development and observe, assess and document their learning progress.
• Promote inclusive practices and celebrate diversity in the classroom.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive and inspiring classroom environment and ensure children's safety, well-being and positive behaviour.
• Help with children's feeding and cleaning.
• Build respectful relationships with children, parents and colleagues, and collaborate with the teaching team on school events and professional development.

Required profile

• A minimum of 2 years of experience.
• Recognized qualification in Early Childhood Education (Montessori Diploma, EYTS, ECE Diploma or equivalent).
• Proven experience working with children from 5 months to 5 years.
• Excellent communication and observation skills, and familiarity with safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Required skills

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Ability to plan and implement differentiated learning experiences.