Summary: School/Location - Primegate International Academy / Lokogoma Abuja

Job Details

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  • Company: MyJobMag Nigeria
  • Location: Primegate International Academy / Lokogoma Abuja

Job Description

School/Location - Primegate International Academy / Lokogoma Abuja

Reporting Line - Head of School

PURPOSE OF JOB

The Headof Early Years will provide effective leadership and oversight of the EarlyYears section, ensuring high-quality early childhood education in a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment. The rolewill oversee curriculum implementation, superviseteaching staff, monitor children's developmental progress and ensure appropriate teaching, assessment, safeguarding and care practices.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide leadership and supervision for the day-to-day academic and administrative activities of the Early Years section.
  • Oversee the planning and delivery of age-appropriate lessons and learning activities in linewith the school's approved curriculum andapplicable Nigerian pre-primary education requirements.
  • Supervise teachers and classroom assistants to ensureeffective teaching, proper classroom management and quality delivery of lessons.
  • Monitor children's learning, behaviour and developmental progress through classroom observations, assessments and teachers' reports.
  • Ensure that teaching methods encourage learning through play, storytelling, songs, practical activities and other age-appropriate approaches.
  • Identify children who mayrequire additional learning or developmental supportand work with their parents and relevant professionals where necessary.
  • Ensure that classrooms, playgrounds and other learning areas are clean,safe, organised and suitable for young children.
  • Promote good hygiene, healthyhabits, positive behaviour and social interaction among pupils.
  • Ensure that child protection and safeguarding procedures are followed andthat any concerns are promptly reported through the appropriate school channels.
  • Maintain accurate records of pupils' attendance, assessments, developmental progress and other relevant academic information.
  • Communicate regularly with parents regarding children's progress, behaviour, welfare and areas requiring attention.
  • Identify teachers' training needsand support theirprofessional development through coaching, guidance and regular feedback.
  • Coordinate schoolactivities, events andprogrammes involving theEarly Years section.
  • Prepare periodic reports on the performance, activities and developmental progress of the section for management.
  • Ensure that teaching andlearning resources are properly utilised and that materials required for effective classroom delivery are identified and requested.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION/EXPERIENCE

  • Degree or recognised professional qualification in EarlyChildhood Education, Nursery and Primary Education or a related field.
  • Valid TeachersRegistration Council of Nigeria (TRCN)registration.
  • Minimum of five (5) years' teaching experience, preferably within Early Years education.
  • Previous leadership experience, such as NurseryCoordinator, Early Years Lead or a similar supervisory position.
  • Sound knowledge of EYFS, child development, observation and assessment practices, safeguarding and risk assessment.
  • Experience working in a Britishor international schoolenvironment, Montessori trainingor familiarity with Montessori principles will be an added advantage.
  • Experience supporting childrenwith diverse learningneeds or workingwith specialist support professionals is desirable.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

  • Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Good understanding of early childhood development and age-appropriate teaching methods.
  • Ability to supervise staff and coordinate classroom activities effectively.
  • Strong observation, assessment and record-keeping skills.
  • Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.
  • Commitment to child welfare, safeguarding, inclusion and confidentiality.fgjhjg

How to Apply

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