Nursery School Teacher

SITRID International School (SIS) Port Harcourt is an acronym for Steps In The Right Direction. It is a 21st century based Nursery, Primary school and Secondary School which opened a little over 10 years ago. It caters for children between the ages of 3 months - 16 years (Daycare to SS3 ). It is a highly technology based school with dedicated teachers and staff. SIS is located on the South- West of Port Harcourt (50-56 Rumuevorlu Mini Orlu Road off Ada George Way, Port Harcourt) on a beautiful 8 plots of land. It provides an atmosphere conducive for focused learning.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Nursery School Teacher

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Nursery School Teacher to join our dynamic team in a high-paced school.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for creating a nurturing and engaging learning environment for our nursery pupils, fostering their social, emotional, and cognitive development.
• The ideal candidate will be familiar with child safety and protection policies and will be competent in the use and integration of technology in the classroom as well as best practices in the administration of learning content.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons: Develop and implement lesson plans that cater to the diverse needs of nursery pupils using the EYFS framework.
• Create a safe and nurturing environment: Ensure the physical and emotional well-being of pupils, adhering to child safety and protection policies.
• Foster social and emotional development: Encourage pupils to develop social skills, emotional intelligence, and self-confidence.
• Integrate technology in the classroom: Use digital tools and resources to enhance teaching and learning, and to communicate with parents and colleagues.
• Assess and record pupils' progress: Monitor and record pupils' progress, identifying areas for support and development.
• Collaborate with colleagues: Work with other teachers and support staff to develop curriculum and share best practices.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education: Or a related field.
• Teaching certification: TRCN, Nursery school teaching certification or eligibility for certification.
• Experience: Previous teaching experience in a nursery school setting.
• Child safety and protection training: Familiarity with child safety and protection policies and procedures.
• Technology skills: Competence in the use and integration of technology in the classroom.

Skills:

• Strong communication skills: Ability to communicate effectively with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
• Lesson planning: Ability to develop engaging and effective lesson plans.
• Classroom management: Ability to manage a classroom and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Creativity and flexibility: Ability to think creatively and adapt to changing circumstances.