Nursery Teacher
Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver age-appropriate lessons and activities that support children’s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development.
- Create a safe, welcoming and stimulating classroom environment that encourages learning, creativity and positive behaviour.
- Teach foundational skills such as letters, numbers, colours, shapes, phonics, basic literacy and numeracy through engaging activities.
- Use play-based learning, storytelling, songs, art, games and practical activities to make learning enjoyable and effective.
- Monitor and assess each child’s development, learning progress and individual needs.
- Maintain accurate records of children’s attendance, development, behaviour and academic progress.
- Provide appropriate support and encouragement to children who may require additional assistance with learning or social development.
- Promote good manners, personal hygiene, independence, sharing, teamwork and respect for others.
- Supervise children at all times and ensure their safety during classroom activities, break periods, meals and outdoor play.
- Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding children’s progress, behaviour and general wellbeing.
- Work collaboratively with other teachers and school staff to support the overall development and wellbeing of the children.
- Prepare classroom materials, teaching aids, displays and learning resources.
- Participate in school events, meetings, training sessions and extracurricular activities.
- Follow school policies, procedures and safeguarding requirements.
- Maintain a clean, organised and child-friendly classroom.
- Identify and report any concerns relating to a child’s health, safety, behaviour or development to the appropriate school authority.
- Continuously develop teaching skills and stay informed about effective early-years teaching practices.
Qualifications
- Interested candidates should possess a Bachelor`s Degree with 1 - 3 years experience.
Remuneration
Attractive and competitive.
Application Closing Date
31st August, 2026.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to: zirapeopleadvisory@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the email.
Important: Priority will be given to candidates who live within close proximity to Ikeja/Ogba, as accommodation is not available for this position.