Pre School Teacher ( Early Years)

About the Role

Enugu International Preparatory School seeks a passionate and nurturing Pre-School Teacher to lead our Early Years classroom. This is a rewarding opportunity to shape foundational learning experiences for children aged 1–2 years in a 21st-century educational environment approved by Nigeria's Ministry of Education.

Teaching and Learning

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate, play-based learning experiences that foster exploration through sensory play, music, movement, stories, and creative activities
• Support language development, communication, and early problem-solving skills through responsive interactions and storytelling
• Promote physical, mathematical, and cognitive development through everyday routines and hands-on exploration
• Adapt activities to meet individual developmental stages, interests, and learning needs

Care, Safety and Wellbeing

• Provide attentive, responsive care and maintain a safe, clean, developmentally appropriate classroom environment
• Support personal care routines and promote healthy habits around food, hygiene, and self-care
• Follow all safeguarding, child protection, and wellbeing procedures consistently

Observation and Assessment

• Maintain detailed records of children's learning progress and developmental milestones
• Use observations to inform planning and share developmental information with parents and colleagues

Partnership and Teamwork

• Build positive relationships with families and communicate regularly about children's experiences and progress
• Collaborate effectively with teaching assistants, colleagues, and school leadership
• Participate in professional development and contribute to continuous improvement of the Early Years environment

Essential

• Relevant qualification or training in Early Childhood Education, Early Years Education, or Child Development
• Experience working with children aged 1–2 years in an Early Years setting
• Strong understanding of play-based learning and early childhood development
• Warm, patient, nurturing approach with excellent observation and communication skills
• Demonstrated commitment to safeguarding and child wellbeing
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

Desirable

• Experience in a school or nursery environment
• Knowledge of established Early Years frameworks or curricula
• Paediatric first aid or safeguarding training
• Experience supporting children with additional learning needs

Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate is nurturing, patient, playful, creative, energetic, observant, reliable, and professionally committed to maintaining high standards of practice and confidentiality.

Skills