Preschool Teacher (Category I & II) | Shinnyo-En Lanka Preschool | Colombo

About Shinnyo-En Lanka Preschool

Shinnyo-En Lanka Preschool is a highly reputed nursery and early childhood education institution established in Colombo, with over 36 years of dedicated service in providing quality nursery education to young children in Sri Lanka. With a longstanding legacy of nurturing young minds in a safe, creative, and stimulating environment, Shinnyo-En Lanka Preschool is recognised for its high educational standards and caring approach to early childhood development. The school is now seeking experienced and dedicated Preschool Teachers to join their professional team.

Job Overview

Shinnyo-En Lanka Preschool has current vacancies for Preschool Teachers across two experience categories. If you are passionate about early childhood education, have a warm and nurturing personality, and meet the required qualifications and experience, we would love to have you on board. An attractive remuneration package will be offered to selected candidates.

Experience Categories

Category I

A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Preschool Teacher in a recognised early childhood education setting.

Category II

A minimum of 10 years of experience as a Preschool Teacher, bringing a wealth of expertise and leadership to the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate, engaging, and stimulating lessons aligned with the preschool curriculum.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and positive learning environment that encourages curiosity and creativity in young children.
• Monitor and assess each child’s developmental progress and provide regular feedback to parents and the school administration.
• Organise and facilitate structured play-based activities, storytelling sessions, arts and crafts, and educational games.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, developmental milestones, and classroom observations.
• Communicate proactively with parents regarding their child’s progress, behaviour, and any areas requiring attention.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and school management to ensure consistency in curriculum delivery and school values.
• Participate in school events, parent meetings, and professional development programmes as required.

Requirements

• Must be AMI (Association Montessori Internationale) qualified or hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education.
• Excellent command of the English language — both spoken and written — is a must.
• Computer literacy is a must for managing student records and preparing reports.
• Age below 45 years.
• A positive, warm, and approachable personality with a natural ability to connect with and inspire young children.
• Creative, flexible, and adaptable approach to teaching and classroom management.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field would be considered an added qualification.

What We Offer

• An attractive remuneration package offered to selected candidates, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• The opportunity to work in a respected institution with over 36 years of excellence in early childhood education in Sri Lanka.

How to Apply

Apply via XpressJobs — Sri Lanka’s leading job portal — by searching for this vacancy and submitting your application online.