Pre-School Teacher (4 to 5 Year Olds)

Little ones at a private pre-primary school in Soweto learn through play, and you'll set up that play. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

You'll report in Soweto. Relocation is not covered for this one. Shifts rotate, so you'll need to be flexible about days and nights.

• Chat to parents at drop-off and pick-up about how the day went
• Run morning ring with songs, weather and counting
• Follow the NCF daily programme and adapt it for each age group
• Plan themes and holiday programmes with the principal
• Observe each child and note milestones in their development file
• Prepare simple, nutritious snacks and keep the kitchen hygienic
• Clean and sanitise toys, mats and tables at the end of the day

• Able to follow hygiene and safety routines without cutting corners
• ECD Level 4 or Level 5 qualification, or currently studying towards one
• Clear Form 30 child protection check and police clearance
• Paediatric first aid certificate
• Warm, patient and energetic with small children
• Matric

• Speak more than one home language of the children you'll teach
• Montessori diploma or Reggio-inspired training

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

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