Creche / Toddler Class Caregiver at Birchwood Montessori Academy – Ilorin, Kwara

Birchwood Montessori Academy is hiring a full-time Creche / Toddler Class Caregiver in Fate-GRA, Ilorin, to provide safe, nurturing early-years care and support classroom learning.

Responsibilities

• Plan and support age-appropriate activities that follow the school curriculum and relevant standards.
• Help maintain a safe, engaging classroom that encourages social and emotional development.
• Assist children individually and in small groups with learning activities.
• Track and record attendance, developmental progress and key milestones.
• Supervise meals, rest periods and outdoor play.
• Work with the lead teacher and other colleagues on school events and activities.
• Participate in professional development relating to early childhood education.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional study in early childhood education or a related field is preferred.
• Experience working with young children, ideally within preschool education.
• Knowledge of child development principles and early-years teaching approaches.
• Strong communication, teamwork, organisation and time-management skills.
• Commitment to children’s wellbeing and whole-child development.
• Ability to work actively with children, including standing, bending, kneeling and occasionally lifting children or equipment.

Working conditions

The role is classroom-based, with some outdoor activities. The typical working day is eight hours, with occasional evening or weekend school events.