• Application Deadline: Sat, 31 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Pre-School Teacher Trainee


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 3 - 5 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Education / Teaching 
  


• Salary Range ₦150,000 - ₦200,000/month
  

JOB SUMMARY

Our client, a Montessori School is looking to hire a pre-school teacher trainee who will direct his/her students’ activities academically, spiritually, emotionally, and physically in a prepared Montessori environment, that challenges each child to reach his/her fullest potential in these developmental areas. In accordance with Montessori philosophy and procedures for the age group in which a Montessori diploma is held, the ideal candidate will lead the students towards the fulfillment of the school's vision as a learner's Paradise. The ideal candidate will also be responsible for implementing the curriculum built on a 21st-century learning framework, with a biblical worldview, upholding the integrity of Montessori principles and practice.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Observation – scientific observation of student activities, learning and development


• Planning and Development – planning for each child’s development across all domains – spiritual, cognitive, language and communication, functional performance, social and emotional. Also, participating in the planning of school-wide programs and events


• Prepared Environment – creating, maintaining and repairing the classroom materials.


• Implementation – curriculum delivery


• Record-Keeping – keeping records of children’s learning and activities


• Assessments and Reports –Assessing and writing reports on the child’s progress.


• Community Building – communicating with and establishing a positive relationship with existing and prospective parents, colleagues.


• Intervention – Leading the implementation of the intervention plan for students with additional learning needs

TRAINING/EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 2 years working experience in an authentic Montessori early childhood environment


• Montessori diploma from a MACTE accredited program for the specific age group


• Registered with Teacher’s Registration Council of Nigeria, TRCN


• Must hold a minimum of a bachelor’s degree or a post-graduate degree in Education from an accredited college or university

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Instructing – Possesses an engaging instructional manner i.e. can engage others to direct them on practical skills


• Learning Strategies – Follows instructional methods and procedures given for the situation when new things are to be taught


• Active Listening – Gives full attention to what others are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.


• Knowledge of Montessori philosophy and methods of instruction


• Critical Thinking – Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems

CORE COMPANY SUCCESS TRAITS

• Passion - for the advancement of God’s kingdom through education, for teaching and learning, and for Montessori principles/practice.


• Integrity – honesty and transparency


• Responsible autonomy – self-starting and able to deliver responsibilities with a high level of independence


• Creative intelligence – resourceful and a problem solver


• Competence - Excellence, effectiveness and efficiency in the delivery of core duties.