Wema Centre Early Childhood (ECD) Teacher Job in Kenya

Vacancy: Early Childhood (ECD) Teacher

Wema Centre is a Community Project and Rehabilitation Program for ex-street girls and community orphans with projects in both Mombasa and Thika town respectively. 

The Centre offers a variety of quality childcare services ranging from child residential care, health care, guidance and counseling, formal education, vocational training sponsorships to street and community outreach services. Our Mission: To transform street children and vulnerable young people into fulfilled and responsible adults through holistic care and support.

We are looking for a highly motivated ECD teacher to inspire and be part of a great team dedicated to providing quality child care, interactive learning and memorable experiences for three -to-six year olds and also special cases.

Key Responsibilities:
Teach allocated ECD class, plan, prepare, and develop various teaching aids and materials for ECD while following current National Quality Standards and regulationsEnsure realization of intended outputs and outcomes.Organize activities such as field visits, group discussions, singing, dancing, rhythmic activities, use of art materials and dramatic play-acting, to stimulate children’s interest and broaden understanding of their physical and social environment and also form satisfying relationships with other children and adults.Build good, open communication with children, families and staffObserve and record children's growth, development and behaviour using agreed tools for monitoring and evaluationEnsure the learning environment is clean, hygienic and safeDevelop strategies to guide positive children’s behaviorUndertake administrative tasks as required i.e take minutes of  weekly staff meetings, delegated representation etcRequired Qualifications/Abilities/Experience:Diploma in Early Childhood Teaching (DICECE & MONTESORI),Over 3 years working experience in a childcare setting catering for children between 2  to 14 yearsFantastic organizational and teamwork skills including reporting and leadership skillsSound written and verbal communication skills using English and KiswahiliA good level of computer literacyCurrent First Aid certificateCertificate of Good ConductAbility to work in a demanding work environment and meet deadlinesIf you believe your experience, competencies and qualifications match the job and role specifications described; send your application(stating current & expected pay) and detailed CV (with details of at least 3 referees one of which must be immediate former employer) addressed to the Executive Director to reach us on or before 7th  February 2014 by email to: jobs@wemacentre.org

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The Wema Centre Trust
P.O Box 88820-80100 

Wema Centre is an equal opportunity employer and its Recruitment Policy addresses itself to the core values of best practice, diversity and equality.