Early Childhood Expert (Montessori Preferred)
THE SHISHYA JIGYASA ACADEMY, BANGALORE - IGCSE
THE SHISHYA BEML SCHOOL, BANGALORE - CBSE
Grades: Pre-Primary (Nursery, LKG, UKG)
Reports To: Principal & Early Years Coordinator
Location: Bangalore
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Early Childhood Expert plays a central role in building foundational skills in early literacy, numeracy, motor development, social-emotional learning, and independence in children aged 3–6. This teacher will apply child-centred, activity-based, and Montessori-inspired methods to create a nurturing learning environment focused on curiosity, exploration, and holistic development.
Montessori experience—formal or practical—is highly preferred.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Teaching & Learning
- Conduct daily classes using early childhood pedagogy: play-based, experiential, multi-sensory, and structured learning.
- Use Montessori materials and child-led exploration wherever possible.
- Teach foundational literacy (phonics, vocabulary, pre-reading) and numeracy (number sense, sequencing, patterns).
- Prepare engaging lesson plans and weekly themes aligned with school curriculum.
2. Child Development & Classroom Management
- Observe and document each child's developmental progress.
- Maintain a safe, emotionally supportive, and joyful environment.
- Handle classroom routine: circle time, activities, free play, snack time, transitions, and closing time.
- Encourage independence, responsibility, and positive behaviour.
3. Parent Communication
- Provide regular updates on progress, milestones, and areas requiring support.
- Conduct parent meetings and participate in early childhood workshops.
- Maintain professional and respectful communication with all families.
4. School Events & Responsibilities
- Participate in school events such as Rhyme Time, Sports Day, Annual Day, Storytelling Week, and festivals.
- Supervise children during outdoor play, field trips, and co-curricular activities.
- Maintain classroom materials, Montessori equipment, and learning resources.
5. Professional Development
- Attend all early childhood training, Montessori workshops, and professional development programmes.
- Engage in reflective practice and periodic skill upskilling.
- Collaborate with senior management for curriculum enhancement.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Mandatory
- Bachelor's degree (Early Childhood Education preferred)
- ECCE Certification / NTT / PPTC
- 1–3 years of early childhood teaching experience
Preferred
- Formal Montessori training (AMI/AMS/IMTC or equivalent)
- Excellent spoken English
- Strong understanding of child psychology and foundational pedagogy
- Creativity in planning activities, stories, songs, and rhymes
Personal Qualities
- Warm, nurturing, patient, and child-friendly
- Strong communication and observation skills
- High level of empathy and emotional intelligence
- Ability to maintain calm, order, and joy in a preschool classroom
- Collaborative and aligned with the values of TSJA
Work Expectations
- School hours: 7:50 am – 4:00 pm
- Participation in Saturday workshops and professional development
- Participation in Summer and Dussehra programmes as per school plan
- Consistent commitment to children's safety and holistic development
