1. core role summary
the pre-primary teacher is responsible for creating a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment that encourages the holistic development of young children. this role focuses on implementing a play-based, child-centric curriculum to promote cognitive, social, emotional, physical, and language skills, preparing students for formal schooling.
2. key responsibilities
a. instructional delivery & curriculum
• curriculum implementation: implement the school's [specify curriculum, ., play-way, ece framework] curriculum, focusing on age-appropriate activities and experiences.
• lesson planning: prepare daily and weekly lesson plans that integrate various learning domains (literacy, numeracy, art, music, physical activity) and cater to diverse learning styles.
• creating a learning environment: design and arrange a classroom that is visually stimulating, functional, and safe, utilizing learning centers and manipulative materials effectively.
• skill development: focus on developing foundational skills such as pre-reading/pre-writing skills, number sense, fine motor skills, and gross motor skills.
b. child development & care
• holistic nurturing: promote the social and emotional well-being of each child by teaching skills like sharing, cooperation, conflict resolution, and self-regulation.
• routine & care: manage daily routines, including mealtimes, nap times, and bathroom breaks/potty training assistance, ensuring hygiene and proper care.
• observation & assessment: conduct ongoing, systematic observation of each child's development, maintaining developmental portfolios and anecdotal records to track progress against milestones.
• safety & supervision: maintain constant, vigilant supervision of all children indoors and outdoors, strictly adhering to all school safety policies and emergency procedures.
c. parent & staff collaboration
• communication: maintain clear, proactive, and positive communication with parents daily/weekly regarding their child's activities, behavior, and developmental milestones.
• parent-teacher meetings: participate actively in parent-teacher meetings (ptms) to discuss individual student progress and partner with parents on learning goals.
• teamwork: collaborate effectively with co-teachers, support staff, and the coordinator to ensure a smooth and consistent learning experience across the grade levels.
d. administrative & professional
• record keeping: accurately maintain attendance registers, communication logs, and individual student assessment records.
• professional growth: attend mandatory training sessions and workshops focused on early childhood development, safety, and modern pedagogical techniques.
3. required qualifications & experience
a. essential qualifications
• academic: bachelor's degree in any stream.
• professional: a certificate or diploma in early childhood care and education (ecce), nursery teachers training (ntt), montessori training, or an equivalent ece certification is mandatory.
• experience: minimum of [1-2] years of dedicated teaching experience in a reputed pre-primary or kindergarten setting.
b. key skills & competencies
• child-centric approach: genuine love for children and an understanding of age-appropriate teaching methods (play-based, experiential learning).
• patience & empathy: high levels of patience, emotional maturity, and the ability to manage the behavioral needs of young children gently but effectively.
• communication: excellent verbal communication skills for clear instruction and engaging storytelling.
• creativity & energy: high energy level, enthusiasm, and creativity for designing engaging activities and maintaining a vibrant classroom atmosphere.