Paid Internship - ECD Teacher

Company Background

Strong Start is a fast-growing social enterprise providing early childhood support to families and communities across Nairobi. Through our playgroups and classes, we equip caregivers and educators with the tools to create joyful, stimulating, and developmentally appropriate learning environments where young children can thrive.

Our approach is grounded in the Five Domains of Early Learning: Physical Development, Social Development, Cognitive Development, Language Development, and Life Skills, which together lay the foundation for lifelong growth and learning.

Beyond serving children, Strong Start is committed to building meaningful, professional employment pathways for women in the caregiving and education sector. Our on-the-job training model supports teachers and caregivers to strengthen their skills, grow professionally, and access better long-term opportunities within early childhood education.

Job Description: ECD Teacher Internship

Strong Start invites passionate Early Childhood Development teachers to gain hands-on classroom experience through our ECD Teacher Internship Program. This internship is designed for emerging educators who are eager to translate theory into practice within high-quality early childhood settings.

Interns will work with children aged 6 months to 3 years, supporting engaging, play-based learning experiences including sensory play, movement and sports, arts and crafts, nature exploration, and early life skills.

This role involves working with both children and caregivers. As Strong Start operates across multiple sites, flexibility is essential as teaching locations and schedules may vary, including weekdays and occasional weekends.

We are seeking reflective, growth-oriented educators whose values align with positive, child-centred learning approaches. Strong professionalism, reliability, and a desire to continuously learn and improve are key to success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Strong Start classes using provided lesson plans, teacher guides, and learning objectives

• Prepare thoroughly for each session, including organising and setting up materials in advance

• Communicate learning objectives clearly and ensure classes start and end on time

• Facilitate engaging, balanced playgroup sessions that support holistic child development

• Observe, assess, and document each child’s development and progress

• Create a positive, safe, and stimulating learning environment for children and caregivers

• Model professionalism, teamwork, and positive teaching practices at all times

• Represent Strong Start as a positive and respectful brand ambassador

• Teach at various Strong Start locations across Nairobi

• Teach during weekdays and selected weekends as required

Qualifications & Skills

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Development / Early Childhood Education

• Certificate of Good Conduct

• Fluency in English and Kiswahili

  
  

Preferred

• Understanding of curriculum development and play-based learning

Professional Attributes

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Excellent organisation, time management, and reliability

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

• High level of professionalism, integrity, and accountability

• Passion for early childhood education and child-centred practice

• Flexibility to work across different locations and schedules

• Comfortable in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

• Proactive, self-motivated, and eager to grow professionally

• Ability to meet learning objectives and contribute to team goals

• Available professional references

Strong Start is a Nairobi-based social enterprise building an integrated ecosystem of care for families with young children. Through playgroups, pre-kindergarten programs, and neighbourhood micropods, we provide safe, engaging, and play-based learning environments for children aged 6 months to 5 years.

Alongside our early learning programs, Strong Start delivers high-quality training for nannies and caregivers, strengthening the standard of care in homes and communities. This integrated approach supports children’s healthy development while creating meaningful pathways for caregiver professional growth and long-term impact.