Nursery 1 Educator

About the role

We are recruiting a dedicated, caring, and qualified Nursery 1 Teacher for a reputable private school in Ketu-Ikosi, Lagos. The successful candidate will create a safe, engaging, and supportive learning environment that encourages young children’s early academic, social, emotional, and communication development.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age‑appropriate lessons in line with the school’s curriculum.
• Teach foundational skills in phonics, early literacy, numeracy, handwriting, and general knowledge.
• Use stories, songs, games, and creative activities to make learning enjoyable and effective.
• Monitor pupils’ learning and developmental progress and provide individual support where necessary.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and child‑friendly classroom.
• Encourage good manners, confidence, communication, and positive behaviour.
• Maintain accurate attendance and assessment records.
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians about pupils’ progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues and school management to support teaching standards and school activities.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of pupils at all times.

Required profile

• Minimum of OND, HND, or B.Sc. in Education or a related discipline.
• At least 2 years of teaching experience, preferably in Nursery or Early Years education.
• Good knowledge of phonics, early childhood education, and play‑based learning.
• Strong communication, lesson planning, and classroom management skills.
• A patient, creative, organised, and responsible approach to teaching.
• Professionalism, punctuality, and a genuine interest in children’s development.