Show an understanding of appropriate pedagogy and approach to Early Years teaching and learning and ensure that this is evident in daily classroom practice.
Know and understand the EPG curriculum according to the subject taught.
Plan and prepare lessons on the approved format in order to deliver the EPG Curriculum.
Identify opportunities for observations, record keeping and differentiation in Lesson Plans.
Identify clear teaching objectives and learning outcomes, with appropriate challenge and expectations.
Ensure all lessons have breadth and balance and follow the approved flow, including Carpet Times and Centers.
Use only approved resources to support the curriculum unless with prior approval from the Learning Leader.
Reflect on teaching and learning and record through checklists, observations, assessments, digital record keeping and on the Lesson Plan.
Prepare all materials prior to the lesson and ensure that the classroom is ready for learning with appropriate layout and resources.
Ensure all resources used are approved by EY Central including digital resources.
Foster a professional and positive attitude to learning through personal demeanor and presentation.
Maintain good order and discipline among the children, safeguarding their health and safety.
Use approved strategies for managing behavior and ensure that each child is secure in their understanding that the classroom is a safe space for all.
Ensure each lesson follows the approved structure i.e. Carpet Time, Centers, Reflection.
Organize and manage groups or individual children ensuring differentiation of learning needs, reflecting all abilities.
Plan opportunities to develop the social, emotional and culturally aware aspects of children?s learning.
Ensure the Essential Question is visible for the children and that they understand what the learning of the lesson will be focused on.
Ensure all children participate in the lessons at a level they feel confident, not always a language-based response.
Maintain a positive and effective relationship, with clear communication with the Student Assistant to facilitate support for each child at the appropriate level.
