Background information about the job or company

The Aga Khan Academy Nairobi is operated by Aga Khan Education Service Kenya (AKESK), a non-profit organization, with close to a hundred years’ experience operating schools in Kenya. Our first formal schools were opened in 1918, and AKESK currently operates 11 schools in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu and Eldoret, serving close to 5,000 students with a quality, ...

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 behavior and discipline through positive reinforcement techniques and age-appropriate classroom rules and expectations.
• Encourage the development of independence and self-help skills, such as toileting, dressing, and eating.
• Plan and organize field trips, events, and special activities that enhance the curriculum and provide opportunities for hands-on learning experiences.
• Stay updated on current early childhood education practices and trends by attending professional development workshops, conferences, and continuing education courses.

• Strong communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Classroom management skills
• Caring attitude
• Patient attitude
• Flexible attitude

• Diploma in Early Childhood Development (ECD) from a recognized institution.
• At least two years’ experience working with young children in a school setting.
• Conversant with the new Competency Based Curriculum