Gurukul The School is looking for a warm, creative, and child-centric Foundation Years / Early Childhood Educator who can create a joyful, safe, and engaging learning environment for young learners.The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication skills, strong classroom management abilities, an understanding of foundational learning practices, and the ability to build emotional connect with children during their early developmental years. The role requires an educator who can integrate experiential learning, storytelling, activity-based pedagogy, and technology-enabled teaching practices while nurturing curiosity, confidence, creativity, and socio-emotional growth among children. KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS (KRAs) Foundational Learning & Classroom FacilitationFacilitate age-appropriate, play-based, and experiential learning experiencesDevelop foundational literacy, numeracy, communication, motor, and social-emotional skills among childrenCreate engaging lesson plans and classroom activities aligned with early childhood pedagogyFoster curiosity, creativity, confidence, and independent learning habits Child Engagement & Emotional ConnectBuild strong emotional connect and trust with young learnersEnsure a nurturing, safe, positive, and inclusive classroom environmentObserve and support individual developmental and behavioral needs of childrenEncourage participation, confidence-building, and collaborative learning Classroom Management & Care Maintain an organized, stimulating, and child-friendly classroom environmentEnsure smooth classroom routines, transitions, and discipline through positive reinforcement practicesSupport children in developing self-regulation, responsibility, and social interaction skills Technology Integration & InnovationIntegrate smart classroom tools, digital resources, storytelling platforms, and activity-based educational technologies appropriatelyUtilize creative teaching aids, visual learning resources, and interactive methods effectivelyMaintain digital records, assessments, portfolios, and documentation systematically Parent Communication & CoordinationMaintain professional and empathetic communication with parents regarding child progress and developmentParticipate actively in PTMs, school events, celebrations, and collaborative activitiesWork closely with coordinators and academic teams for holistic child development REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIESStrong understanding of Early Childhood Education and foundational learning practicesExcellent verbal communication and classroom interaction skillsAbility to connect emotionally and positively with young childrenStrong classroom management and nurturing abilitiesCreativity in storytelling, activity planning, and experiential learning methodsHands-on experience with digital tools, smart classroom resources, and technology-enabled teaching practicesPatience, empathy, observation, and child-centric approachStrong organizational and documentation skillsProfessional presentation and interpersonal effectivenessAdaptability to modern teaching-learning practices and institutional expectations PREFERRED CANDIDATE PROFILEGraduate/Postgraduate with NTT/ECCE/Montessori/Early Childhood Education qualification preferred2–5 years of experience in Pre-Primary/Foundation Years teaching preferredExperience in reputed schools preferredStrong academic background and professional communication skills preferredFamiliarity with NEP-aligned foundational learning approaches preferredCandidates with creative teaching portfolios and activity-based teaching exposure preferred We are looking for educators who believe in nurturing young minds through care, creativity, joyful learning, strong values, and holistic development during the foundational years.