Early Childhood Development (ECD) Teacher

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FACULTY OF SOCIAL AND GENDER TRANSFORMATIVE SCIENCES
Location : ECD Centre, Harare Campus
Period : Full – Time

The ECD Teacher will report to the ECD Coordinator.

RESPONSIBILITIES/KEY TASKS

Maintain a safe, clean, nurturing and stimulating environment which promotes the holistic
development of ECD children (social, emotional, cognitive, moral, creative and physical
development).

  • Promote inclusivity and diversity in the ECD classroom.
  • Ability to interpret the Zimbabwean ECD Heritage Based Curriculum and design developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
  • Design assessment tools, monitor and record learner performance, and properly maintain other records, e.g., accident, incident, risk assessments, asset and attendance registers.
  • Collaborate with parents, internal and external partners to promote ECD Centre Programmes
  • Ensure compliance with licensing regulations, policies and safety procedures.
  • Assist with meal preparation, toilet training, giving first aid and hygiene routines.
  • Perform any other duties as assigned by the ECD Coordinator.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES

  • Bachelor of Education (with specialization in Early Childhood Development) from a recognised institution of higher learning.
  • Two (2) years of work experience in an ECD setting.

    • The candidate must possess the following attributes

  • Passion for working with children.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Understanding of ECD Principles.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks.
  • Familiarity with classroom technology and childcare apps is a must

    • Interested candidates should submit to the Deputy Registrar, Human Resources and
    Administration a single PDF file of applications together with an updated curriculum vitae,
    certified copies of academic and professional qualifications including transcripts indicating the
    post applied for in the subject line by 16 October 2026 to: careers@demo.wua.ac.zw

    WOMEN’S UNIVERSITY IN AFRICA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
    WOMEN AND DIFFERENTLY ABLED CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO
    APPLY.
    NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.