Early Childhood Expert; Montessori

Position: Early Childhood Expert (Montessori Preferred)
Location: Bengaluru

Early Childhood Expert (Montessori Preferred)

THE SHISHYA JIGYASA ACADEMY, BANGALORE - IGCSE
THE SHISHYA BEML SCHOOL, BANGALORE - CBSE

Grades:
Pre-Primary (Nursery, LKG, UKG)

Reports To:

Principal & Early Years Coordinator

Location:

Bangalore

ROLE OVERVIEW
The Early Childhood Expert plays a central role in building foundational skills in early literacy, numeracy, motor development, social-emotional learning, and independence in children aged 3–6. This teacher will apply child-centred, activity-based, and Montessori-inspired methods to create a nurturing learning environment focused on curiosity, exploration, and holistic development.

Montessori experience—formal or practical—is  highly preferred .

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Teaching & Learning
Conduct daily classes using early childhood pedagogy: play-based, experiential, multi-sensory, and structured learning.
Use Montessori materials and child-led exploration wherever possible.
Teach foundational literacy (phonics, vocabulary, pre-reading) and numeracy (number sense, sequencing, patterns).
Prepare engaging lesson plans and weekly themes aligned with school curriculum.
2. Child Development & Classroom Management
Observe and document each child's developmental progress.
Maintain a safe, emotionally supportive, and joyful environment.
Handle classroom routine: circle time, activities, free play, snack time, transitions, and closing time.
Encourage independence, responsibility, and positive behaviour.
3. Parent Communication
Provide regular updates on progress, milestones, and areas requiring support.
Conduct parent meetings and participate in early childhood workshops.
Maintain professional and respectful communication with all families.
4. School Events & Responsibilities
Participate in school events such as Rhyme Time, Sports Day, Annual Day, Storytelling Week, and festivals.
Supervise children during outdoor play, field trips, and co-curricular activities.
Maintain classroom materials, Montessori equipment, and learning resources.
5. Professional Development
Attend all early childhood training, Montessori workshops, and professional development programmes.
Engage in reflective practice and periodic skill upskilling.
Collaborate with senior management for curriculum enhancement.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Mandatory
Bachelor's degree (Early Childhood Education preferred)
ECCE Certification / NTT / PPTC
1–3 years of early childhood teaching experience

Preferred
Formal Montessori training (AMI/AMS/IMTC or equivalent)
Excellent spoken English
Strong understanding of child psychology and foundational pedagogy
Creativity in planning activities, stories, songs, and rhymes

Personal Qualities
Warm, nurturing, patient, and child-friendly
Strong communication and observation skills
High level of empathy and emotional intelligence
Ability to maintain calm, order, and joy in a preschool classroom
Collaborative and aligned with the values of TSJA

Work Expectations
School hours:  7:50 am – 4:00 pm
Participation in Saturday workshops and professional development
Participation in Summer and Dussehra programmes as per school plan
Consistent commitment to children's safety and holistic development