Playgroup Facilitator (Mornings)

You'll care for and teach young children at a Montessori pre-school in East London, from nappies to first letters. It's a practical job: you'll see what you got done before you go home.

Home base is a Montessori pre-school on the East London side of Eastern Cape. There's a probation period of three months before the contract is confirmed.

• Plan themes and holiday programmes with the principal
• Chat to parents at drop-off and pick-up about how the day went
• Set up daily learning areas for art, blocks, reading and fantasy play
• Follow the NCF daily programme and adapt it for each age group
• Prepare simple, nutritious snacks and keep the kitchen hygienic
• Watch children closely outside and keep the play area safe
• Help aftercare learners with homework and reading

• Experience caring for children in a group setting, even as a volunteer
• Matric
• Able to follow hygiene and safety routines without cutting corners
• Clear Form 30 child protection check and police clearance
• Warm, patient and energetic with small children
• ECD Level 4 or Level 5 qualification, or currently studying towards one

• Montessori diploma or Reggio-inspired training
• Speak more than one home language of the children you'll teach
• Basic music, art or movement skills for group activities

• Reduced fees for your own child
• Lunch provided on school days
• Sponsored ECD Level 5 studies
• Short holiday closures over December and Easter

• Put your ECD level and first aid certificate in the first lines of your CV; creches check these before anything else.
• Apply for the Form 30 check early, as it can take weeks and many creches won't appoint without it.