Job Description: ECDE Teacher

Position Overview

The CBC-aligned ECDE Teacher is responsible for facilitating competency-based learning experiences for young learners. The role emphasizes nurturing foundational skills, values, and attitudes through interactive, learner-centered approaches that prepare children for lifelong learning.

Key Responsibilities

• CBC lesson planning: Design and deliver daily lessons that integrate CBC strands (literacy, numeracy, environmental activities, psychomotor, and social skills).
• Learner-centered facilitation: Guide children in exploration, discovery, and problem-solving rather than rote memorization.
• Competency assessment: Use formative assessment tools to evaluate learners’ competencies, skills, and values.
• Parental collaboration: Engage parents/guardians in supporting learners’ competencies at home.
• Integration of values: Instill national values, life skills, and social responsibility in daily routines.
• Play-based learning: Incorporate play, projects, and experiential activities to build competencies.
• Record keeping: Maintain learner portfolios, progress reports, and assessment records in line with CBC guidelines.

Qualifications

• Diploma in ECDE from a recognized institution.
• Registered with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC).
• Training in CBC implementation and practical classroom application.
• Minimum of 1 year teaching experience in ECDE.

Skills and Competencies

• CBC pedagogy and learner-centered approaches.
• Strong facilitation and communication skills.
• Creativity in designing experiential learning activities.
• Patience, empathy, and adaptability.
• Ability to integrate ICT tools in early learning.