Early Childhood Expert (Montessori Preferred) Job at Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Full Time NEW

Early Childhood Expert (Montessori Preferred)

THE SHISHYA JIGYASA ACADEMY, BANGALORE – IGCSE

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