Paid Internship - ECD Teacher

Job Description

Company Background Strong Start is a fast-growing social enterprise providing early childhood support to families and communities across Nairobi. Through our playgroups and classes, we equip caregivers and educators with the tools to create joyful, stimulating, and developmentally appropriate learning environments where young children can thrive.

Our approach is grounded in the Five Domains of Early Learning: Physical Development, Social Development, Cognitive Development, Language Development, and Life Skills, which together lay the foundation for lifelong growth and learning.

Beyond serving children, Strong Start is committed to building meaningful, professional employment pathways for women in the caregiving and education sector. Our on-the-job training model supports teachers and caregivers to strengthen their skills, grow professionally, and access better long-term opportunities within early childhood education.

Job Description: ECD Teacher Internship Strong Start invites passionate Early Childhood Development teachers to gain hands-on classroom experience through our  ECD Teacher Internship Program . This internship is designed for emerging educators who are eager to translate theory into practice within high-quality early childhood settings.

Interns will work with children aged  6 months to 3 years , supporting engaging, play-based learning experiences including sensory play, movement and sports, arts and crafts, nature exploration, and early life skills.

This role involves working with both children and caregivers. As Strong Start operates across multiple sites,  flexibility is essential  as   teaching locations and schedules may vary, including weekdays and occasional weekends.

We are seeking reflective, growth-oriented educators whose values align with positive, child-centred learning approaches. Strong professionalism, reliability, and a desire to continuously learn and improve are key to success in this role. Key Responsibilities Deliver Strong Start classes using provided lesson plans, teacher guides, and learning objectives

Prepare thoroughly for each session, including organising and setting up materials in advance

Communicate learning objectives clearly and ensure classes start and end on time

Facilitate engaging, balanced playgroup sessions that support holistic child development

Observe, assess, and document each child’s development and progress

Create a positive, safe, and stimulating learning environment for children and caregivers

Model professionalism, teamwork, and positive teaching practices at all times

Represent Strong Start as a positive and respectful brand ambassador

Teach at various Strong Start locations across Nairobi

Teach during weekdays and selected weekends as required

Qualifications & Skills Required Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Development / Early Childhood Education

Certificate of Good Conduct

Fluency in English and Kiswahili

Preferred Understanding of curriculum development and play-based learning

Professional Attributes Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent organisation, time management, and reliability

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

High level of professionalism, integrity, and accountability

Passion for early childhood education and child-centred practice

Flexibility to work across different locations and schedules

Comfortable in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

Proactive, self-motivated, and eager to grow professionally

Ability to meet learning objectives and contribute to team goals

Available professional references