Montessori Assistant (Casa Class)

You'll care for and teach young children at a primary school aftercare programme in Randburg, from nappies to first letters. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

The site is in Randburg; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. You'll start with a short induction before working on your own.

• Plan themes and holiday programmes with the principal
• Watch children closely outside and keep the play area safe
• Follow the NCF daily programme and adapt it for each age group
• Set up daily learning areas for art, blocks, reading and fantasy play
• Observe each child and note milestones in their development file
• Run morning ring with songs, weather and counting

• Able to follow hygiene and safety routines without cutting corners
• Paediatric first aid certificate
• Experience caring for children in a group setting, even as a volunteer
• Matric
• Clear Form 30 child protection check and police clearance
• Warm, patient and energetic with small children

• Experience with children with special needs
• Speak more than one home language of the children you'll teach

• Sponsored ECD Level 5 studies
• Lunch provided on school days
• Reduced fees for your own child

• Apply for the Form 30 check early, as it can take weeks and many creches won't appoint without it.
• Add one sentence about an activity you ran that the children loved; it shows you can plan, not just supervise.