Starting December 1st 2024

Head of Nursery

Role
The Head of Nursery is responsible for overseeing the operations, growth and curriculum departments of the nursery at Tree Yard. This role involves leadership, ensuring the nursery meets all educational and safety standards, delivering a consistent and scalable operational model, instructing, planning and promoting the emotional, social, and cognitive development of young children aged 6months-2 years.
Responsibilities

Curriculum Delivery: Develop and implement a curriculum that aligns with Montessori and early years best practices, promoting cognitive and emotional development.

Staff Leadership: Lead and mentor the nursery teaching staff, ensuring that teachers are trained, motivated, and supported in delivering high-quality care and teachings. organize weekly meetings to maintain reporting of the department to the stakeholders.

Health and Safety: Ensure that the nursery meets all health and safety standards, including safeguarding policies, and that the learning environment is conducive to children’s well-being.

Parent Communication: Maintain open lines of communication with parents, providing regular updates on their child’s development, progress, and any concerns.
Child Development.

Monitoring: Track the progress of children, identifying any areas where additional support or intervention may be needed.

Professional Development: Ensure ongoing training and development for nursery staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.

Administrative Oversight: Handle the day-to-day operations of the nursery, including staff scheduling, enrollment, and maintaining records.

Requirements

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field. Montessori certification or training is highly desirable. 

Experience: At least 5 years of experience in early childhood education, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role. 

Skills: 

  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. 
  • The ability to manage staff.
  •  Interact effectively with parents.

Certifications: Valid teaching or childcare certification required. 

Technology: Proficiency in using educational technology to support learning and communication with parents.

Attributes: Passionate about education, patient, adaptable, and committed to fostering a love of learning in young children. 

Start date: June 1

Tree Yard International

At Tree Yard International School, our nursery program for children aged 6 months to 2 years offers a safe, nurturing environment where your little ones can begin their learning journey. We provide gentle care, focusing on early development through sensory play, exploration, and individual attention. Our dedicated staff ensures each child feels secure and supported, creating a warm, family-like atmosphere where they can thrive. With a blend of structure and free play, our nursery encourages curiosity and fosters early social and cognitive skills, setting the foundation for a lifelong love of learning.

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Job Category: Principal Principle & Senior
Job Location: Koh Samui