National Electronic Labour Exchange
Preschool Teacher
Job Description
Job Locations: Lagos & Ogun
Job Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- We are seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic, and dedicated Preschool Teacher to join our early childhood education team.
- In this role, you will create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children aged 3 to 5 can explore, learn, and grow emotionally, socially, and academically.
- If you are passionate about early childhood development and love helping young minds discover the world around them, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Curriculum & Instruction: Plan and implement age-appropriate, play-based lesson plans that cover early literacy, basic math concepts, arts and crafts, music, and motor skills.
- Classroom Management: Establish clear, gentle guidelines for behavior to foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment.
- Child Development & Assessment: Observe and track each child’s developmental milestones, social interactions, and learning progress.
- Safety & Care: Maintain high standards of hygiene, health, and safety, ensuring all safety and regulatory guidelines are strictly followed.
- Communication & Collaboration: Partner with parents and guardians through regular updates, parent-teacher conferences, and daily check-ins regarding their child’s progress and well-being.
- Social-Emotional Learning: Guide children in developing self-regulation, empathy, sharing, and problem-solving skills through cooperative play and group activities.
Education + Experience
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field (or CDA Credential).
- Experience: Minimum of [1–2 years] of experience working with preschool-aged children in a licensed daycare or classroom setting.
Certifications:
- CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire).
- Child Care Background Clearance.
Skills:
- Exceptional patience, creativity, and energy.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to adapt activities to support diverse learning styles and developmental stages.
- Capability to lift up to 30 lbs and participate in active play (bending, kneeling, sitting on the floor).
Benefits
- Competitive Salary N50,000 - n100,000/month
- Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Childcare discounts for employees
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
Application Closing Date: 30th October, 2026.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Position as the subject of the email.
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Job Overview
- Date Posted: Oct 15, 2026
- Job Location (Country):Nigeria
- Job Location (State): Lagos, Ogun
- Salary Offer: (NGN) 70000 - 100000 / Monthly
- Application Deadline: Oct 30, 2026
- Gender: Not required
- Qualification Bachelors/HND
- Experience: 1 Year
- Employment Status: Full-time
Bachelors/HND
About the Company
- Company Name: National Electronic Labour Exchange
- Address:Central Business District
- Website:https://www.nelex.gov.ng
- Email:[email protected]