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Teaching Jobs, AKESK Jobs. Looking for an ECDE teaching job in Kenya? Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya (AKESK) is hiring an ECDE Teacher to deliver the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) and foster a nurturing learning environment for early learners.

We are seeking to fill the below posts at The Aga Khan Nursery School, Kisumu which offers Competency Based Curriculum (CBC) from Playgroup (2.5-year-olds) to PP2 (6-year-olds) and keen on academic excellence and the development of Learners skills at an early age.

Role Summary.

Providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children to learn and grow in order to enhance early development of children, fostering a love for learning and supporting their social and emotional well-being.

Qualifications or requirements

Diploma in Early Childhood Development (ECD) from a recognized institution.

Strong communication, interpersonal, and classroom management skills.

A caring, patient, and flexible attitude.

Be conversant with the new Competency Based Curriculum

Experience needed

At least two years’ experience working with young children in a school setting.

• Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities to support the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development of children.
• Create a safe and inclusive classroom environment that promotes exploration, creativity, and independence.
• Provide a variety of learning experiences, including play-based activities, group discussions, and individualized instruction, to cater to the diverse needs and learning styles of children.
• Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues to promote open communication and collaboration.
• Monitor and assess each child’s progress and development, maintaining accurate records and providing feedback to parents on a regular basis.
• Support children in developing essential skills, such as language and communication, problem-solving, fine and gross motor skills, and social interactions.
• Promote good behaviour and discipline through positive reinforcement techniques and age-appropriate classroom rules and expectations.

• Strong communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Classroom management skills
• Caring attitude
• Patient attitude
• Flexible attitude
• Conversant with the new Competency Based Curriculum

• Diploma in Early Childhood Development (ECD) from a recognized institution.