Nursery / Early Years Teacher

Role Overview

The Nursery/Early Years Teacher at Discovering Talents Academy is responsible for creating a stimulating, safe, and nurturing learning environment for Pre-Nursery and Nursery students. This role involves delivering age-appropriate, play-based instruction that fosters holistic development across all learning domains.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging, play-based lessons and activities that align with DTA's blended British-Nigerian Early Years curriculum and developmental milestones.
• Implement DTA's SHRID niche, focusing on early skill acquisition in literacy, numeracy, and practical life skills.
• Ensure consistent implementation of foundational handwriting skills through age-appropriate activities.
• Cultivate a positive approach to reading through storytelling, phonics, and exposure to books.
• Apply individualized teaching strategies to cater to the unique developmental pace and learning styles of each child.
• Promote clear diction and expressive communication through songs, rhymes, and conversations.
• Utilize a variety of teaching methods, sensory experiences, and creative play to make learning joyful and effective for young children.
• Set clear, age-appropriate learning objectives and provide gentle, constructive feedback to support their early development.
• Provide attentive care and supervision to pupils, ensuring their physical and emotional safety and well-being at all times.
• Monitor and support children's personal care needs (e.g., toilet training, hygiene practices, meal times).
• Observe and document children's developmental progress, behaviors, and any concerns, reporting to parents and relevant school management.
• Foster positive social-emotional development, encouraging empathy, sharing, and respectful interactions among children.
• Create a vibrant, clean, organized, and stimulating classroom environment that encourages exploration, discovery, and independent play.
• Implement positive behavior management strategies appropriate for early years, focusing on guidance and encouragement.
• Ensure classroom resources, toys, and equipment are safe, well-maintained, and accessible to children.
• Collaborate with caregivers to maintain the cleanliness and tidiness of the classroom and associated facilities.
• Maintain open, warm, and effective communication channels with parents/guardians regarding their child's daily activities, progress, and any concerns.
• Foster strong partnerships with parents, providing guidance on supporting their child's learning at home.
• Participate in parent-teacher conferences and school events relevant to the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Actively participate in departmental meetings, school-wide professional development sessions, and training programs, particularly those related to early childhood education.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and enhance the overall early years program.
• Contribute to school events and activities as required.
• Utilize the DTA software for academic tracking, communication, and appraisal processes.
• Strictly adhere to all DTA policies and procedures, including those related to punctuality, dress code, child protection, safety, and ethical conduct.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree with 5 - 7 years experience.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: discoveringtalentsacademy@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.