Day Care Teacher

Department: School Operations

Reports To: Centre Manager

Location: Wakad, Pune

Job Purpose:

The Day Care Teacher is responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, engaging, and child-friendly environment for children enrolled in the daycare program. The role focuses on ensuring the physical, emotional, social, and developmental well-being of children while maintaining high standards of care, hygiene, safety, and parent communication in alignment with Kidzonia's values and child-centric philosophy.

Key Responsibilities

1. Child Care & Supervision

• • Ensure the safety, security, and well-being of all children under care.
  • Supervise children throughout the daycare schedule, including indoor and outdoor activities.
  • Provide age-appropriate care and attention to each child.
  • Maintain constant vigilance and ensure children are always accounted for.
  • Support children in developing independence, confidence, and positive behavior.

2. Child Development & Learning Activities

• • Plan and conduct engaging activities suitable for children's age and developmental needs.
  • Organize storytelling, rhymes, art and craft, games, music, and creative activities.
  • Encourage social interaction, communication, and emotional development.
  • Support children's cognitive, physical, and language development through play-based learning.
  • Observe and identify developmental milestones and areas requiring additional support.

3. Health, Hygiene & Safety

• • Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the daycare environment.
  • Ensure children follow hygiene practices such as handwashing and cleanliness routines.
  • Monitor children's health and promptly report any concerns to the Centre Manager and parents.
  • Administer first aid when required as per company guidelines.
  • Ensure toys, furniture, and learning materials are safe and age-appropriate.
  • Follow all child protection and safeguarding policies.

4. Meal & Rest Time Management

• • Assist children during meal and snack times.
  • Encourage healthy eating habits and table manners.
  • Monitor food consumption and communicate concerns to parents when necessary.
  • Supervise nap and rest times to ensure children's comfort and safety.
  • Maintain records related to meals, sleep, and daily routines as required.

5. Emotional Care & Behaviour Management

• • Provide a caring, supportive, and emotionally secure environment.
  • Comfort children during separation anxiety or emotional distress.
  • Encourage positive behavior through constructive guidance and reinforcement.
  • Address behavioral concerns in a patient and professional manner.
  • Foster respect, sharing, cooperation, and teamwork among children.

6. Parent Communication

• • Maintain positive and professional relationships with parents.
  • Share updates regarding children's daily activities, behavior, meals, and overall well-being.
  • Communicate any health, safety, or developmental concerns promptly.
  • Support parent meetings and daycare-related discussions as required.
  • Ensure confidentiality of all child and family information.

7. Documentation & Record Keeping

• • Maintain accurate records related to attendance, meals, nap schedules, incidents, and child observations.
  • Prepare daily reports or updates as required by the center.
  • Document any accidents, injuries, illnesses, or unusual incidents immediately.
  • Maintain records in accordance with organizational policies.

8. Classroom & Day Care Environment Management

• • Ensure daycare areas remain clean, organized, and child-friendly.
  • Arrange learning materials and play equipment appropriately.
  • Maintain inventory of daycare supplies and inform management regarding replenishment needs.
  • Create a warm, welcoming, and stimulating environment for children.

9. Compliance & Child Protection

• • Adhere to all Kidzonia policies, procedures, and operational guidelines.
  • Follow child safeguarding and protection protocols at all times.
  • Participate in safety drills, emergency preparedness activities, and training programs.
  • Immediately report any safety concerns, incidents, or suspected child welfare issues.

10. Team Collaboration

• • Work closely with Preschool Teachers, Assistant Teachers, Caregivers, and Centre Management.
  • Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and center events.
  • Support center activities, celebrations, and special programs.
  • Contribute positively to the overall culture and environment of the center.

11. Culture & Values Ambassador

• • Demonstrate Kidzonia's values of care, respect, creativity, safety, and professionalism.
  • Maintain a child-centric approach in all interactions.
  • Promote a positive and nurturing daycare experience for children and families.
  • Contribute to building parent trust and satisfaction.

Required Qualifications

• • Graduate in any discipline.
  • Diploma or Certification in Early Childhood Care & Education (ECCE), Child Care, Nursery Teacher Training (NTT), Montessori Training, or related field preferred.

Experience

• • 1–3 years of experience in a Day Care, Preschool, School, or Childcare setting.
  • Freshers with relevant qualifications and a passion for child care may also be considered.
  • Experience handling young children in a structured environment is preferred.

Key Skills & Competencies

• • Child care and supervision skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Patience, empathy, and emotional intelligence.
  • Classroom and behavior management skills.
  • Basic knowledge of child development principles.
  • First aid and emergency response awareness.
  • Observation and record-keeping abilities.
  • Teamwork and collaboration skills.

Personal Attributes

• • Caring, patient, and nurturing personality.
  • Strong sense of responsibility toward child safety and well-being.
  • Positive attitude and approachable nature.
  • Calm under pressure and able to handle emergencies effectively.
  • Energetic, enthusiastic, and child-friendly.
  • Professional and trustworthy.

Working Conditions

• • Full-time, on-site role.
  • Continuous interaction with young children throughout the day.
  • May require participation in school events, celebrations, and parent engagement activities.
  • Requires maintaining a safe, active, and engaging environment for children.
  • Adherence to child protection, safety, and hygiene standards at all times.