Teacher - Paid Internship - Early Childhood Development

Company Background

Strong Start is a fast-growing social enterprise that provides early childhood support for families and communities throughout Nairobi. Our classes and playgroups teach caregivers how to create fun and stimulating environments at home for children to thrive.

Our approach contains the 5 Domains of Early Learning, which sets the trajectory for a child’s growth and development over a lifetime (5 Domains of Early Learning: Physical Development, Social Development, Cognitive Development, Language Development & Life Skills).

Strong Start enables children’s access to positive learning spaces while building meaningful, and professional employment opportunities for women in the caregiving industry. Our training offers caregivers opportunities to advance their professional skills while on the job, which leads to higher job retention, promotions, and higher living wages.

Job Description:

Strong Start invites Early Childhood Development teachers to gain valuable practical experience through our ECD Teacher Internship program. The program provides teachers with practical experience teaching children aged 6-months – 3-years. Class subjects range from sensory play to sports to arts & crafts, nature play and more. Teachers must be able to work with children and adults. Work hours and venues change, so APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE FLEXIBILITY TO ADAPT TO TEACHING LOCATIONS AND TIMINGS.

We are looking for teachers with progressive teaching practices whose early childhood development values are aligned with positive learning approaches. Teachers with strong levels of professionalism (ability to meet deadlines, manage work schedule, always arrive on time), have a strong work ethic, with a drive to grow professionally are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Teach Strong Start classes by following lesson plans, teacher guides and objectives

• Prepare for each class and playgroup in advance, including, preparing and organizing materials to meet class objectives

• Clearly communicate class objectives to students and ensure quality teaching of classes and playgroups that meet their learning objectives (includes starting and ending on time)

• Plan and conduct playgroup activities for a balanced program that meets the learning objectives

• Assess, document, and report on the development of each child

• Set a positive example by practicing quality professionalism and creating a positive, fun and stimulating environment for students to actively engage in the learning environment

• Be a positive brand ambassador of Strong Start

• Teach at different venues throughout Nairobi

• Teach during the week and weekends

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Development Education - required

. Certification in Montessori, Waldorf, Reggio Emilia - preferred

• Understanding of developing curricula preferred

• Certificate of Good Conduct

• Fluency in both English and Kiswahili

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Excellent organizational skills

• Flexibility to work at different sites and venues throughout Nairobi

• Knowledgeable and passionate about the job

• Ability to meet class objects

• A team player but also a self-starter

• Available professional references

• Thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

• Strong integrity

• Self-starter with proactive approach, strong time management and prioritization skills

• Goal-oriented, hitting monthly and termly goals and objectives, with the energy and stamina to work well in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to work independently as well as on a team

Application timeline:

Deadline to apply: May 5, 2024

Shortlisted candidates must attend an in-person interview on May 6, 2024 onwards

Successful applicants must be ready to start the Internship on Mon May 13, 2024

Internship Dates:

May 13 – June 22, 2024

Compensation:

Interns will receive a small travel stipend each week

Note:

Internship dates might vary depending on joining dates. Outstanding candidates might be considered for future job opportunities.