Early Years Teaching Assistant
Location: Anandi School
Department: Early Years
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role
Anandi School is seeking a warm, enthusiastic, and nurturing Early Years Teaching Assistant to support young learners in a child-centered learning environment. The ideal candidate will have a passion for early childhood education and hands-on experience working with nursery-aged children. We are looking for someone who can actively support teachers in creating engaging, play-based learning experiences that foster curiosity, independence, creativity, and holistic development.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Early Years Teacher in planning and implementing engaging learning experiences.
- Assist in creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive classroom environment.
- Facilitate play-based learning activities that promote cognitive, social, emotional, language, and physical development.
- Observe and document children's learning, progress, and developmental milestones.
- Support classroom routines, transitions, and daily activities.
- Encourage positive behavior, independence, and social interaction among children.
- Prepare and organize learning materials and classroom resources.
- Assist with indoor and outdoor learning experiences.
- Collaborate with teachers and school staff to support each child's individual needs.
- Maintain high standards of health, safety, and child safeguarding.
- Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree, Diploma, or certification in Early Childhood Education, Education, Child Development, Psychology, or a related field.
- Minimum 1 year of experience working with nursery-aged children (mandatory).
- Experience in at least one of the following educational approaches is highly preferred:
- International Baccalaureate (IB)
- Montessori
- Reggio Emilia
- Waldorf
- Play-Based Learning Curriculum
- Strong understanding of child development and early years learning practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
- Patient, caring, creative, and energetic personality.
Preferred Skills
- Experience supporting inquiry-based and child-led learning.
- Strong observation and documentation skills.
- Classroom management and behavior guidance abilities.
- Creativity in designing engaging learning experiences.
- Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection practices.
What We Are Looking For
The successful candidate will be passionate about nurturing young children, committed to continuous learning, and excited to contribute to a progressive early years program that values curiosity, exploration, and joyful learning.
Mandatory Requirement: Candidates must have prior experience working with Nursery/Early Years children, with a minimum of one year of relevant experience. Experience with IB, Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Waldorf, or play-based learning approaches is highly desirable.
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Early Years Teaching Assistant
Anandi School | Full-Time
Job Summary
Anandi School is looking for a passionate and nurturing Early Years Teaching Assistant to support children in our Nursery and Early Years program. The ideal candidate should have experience working with young children and a strong understanding of child-centered, play-based learning environments. Experience with IB, Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Waldorf, or similar progressive educational approaches is highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Support the Lead Teacher in delivering engaging and developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
- Assist in creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive classroom environment.
- Facilitate play-based learning activities that promote children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
- Observe, document, and support children's learning and progress.
- Prepare classroom materials and learning resources.
- Support daily routines, transitions, and classroom management.
- Encourage independence, creativity, curiosity, and positive social interactions.
- Assist with indoor and outdoor learning activities.
- Maintain high standards of health, safety, and child safeguarding.
- Collaborate effectively with teachers, parents, and school staff.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree, Diploma, or Certification in Early Childhood Education, Education, Child Development, Psychology, or a related field.
- Minimum 1 year of experience working with Nursery-aged children (Mandatory).
- Experience in at least one of the following approaches is highly preferred:
- IB (International Baccalaureate)
- Montessori
- Reggio Emilia
- Waldorf
- Play-Based Learning
- Strong understanding of early childhood development.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patient, caring, energetic, and enthusiastic about working with young children.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in an international or progressive school setting.
- Knowledge of inquiry-based and child-led learning practices.
- Strong observation and documentation skills.
Experience Required: Minimum 1 year (Nursery/Early Years experience mandatory)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: ₹45,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
