Nursery Teacher- AsOne Nursery & Primary School

Location: Namutumba Community, Uganda

Department: Education

Reports To: Director of Studies

Status: Full-Time

Start Date: January 2027

Number of Positions: 3

About AsOne Ministries 

AsOne Ministries is a Christ-centered, non-profit organization committed to making disciples of Jesus and creating sustainable solutions in education, enterprise, health, and agriculture. We exist to end spiritual, relational, and economic poverty — one community at a time — by investing in holistic development in rural, underserved communities across Uganda. Our mission is rooted in personal and communal transformation that reflects the love and truth of Christ. 

Position Summary 

As a Nursery Teacher at AsOne Ministries, your role goes beyond basic childcare. You will be responsible for nurturing the early growth of young children — spiritually, socially, physically, and academically — in line with Uganda's Early Childhood Development (ECD) curriculum. You are expected to uphold the professional code of conduct for educators and provide a safe, loving, and stimulating environment where children can thrive. 

Key Responsibilities 

Instructional Responsibilities (Aligned to Uganda's ECD Curriculum) 

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate, play-based lessons covering all key ECD curriculum areas: Language, Literacy and Communication; Mathematics/Number Work; Environmental and Social Studies; Creative and Aesthetic Activities; Religious and Moral Education; and Health, Safety, and Physical (Psychomotor) Development. 

• Develop foundational language and pre-literacy skills through storytelling, rhymes, songs, picture reading, and guided conversation. 

• Introduce early numeracy concepts including counting, number recognition, sorting, matching, shapes, sizes, and simple patterns through hands-on activities and play. 

• Guide children in exploring their environment and community, building awareness of people, places, seasons, and simple social and safety concepts. 

• Facilitate creative and aesthetic activities such as drawing, colouring, modelling, singing, music, and dance to nurture imagination and self-expression.

• Integrate Christian values, Bible stories, and age-appropriate spiritual and moral teaching into daily routines and activities. 

• Support the development of fine and gross motor skills through structured play, movement, games, and outdoor activities. 

• Use a variety of teaching aids, real objects, and locally available materials to make lessons engaging, inclusive, and hands-on. 

• Observe, assess, and record each child's developmental progress across all domains - cognitive, language, social-emotional, and physical — using age-appropriate assessment tools. 

• Plan and organize thematic and seasonal activities (e.g., market day, nature walks, festivals) that bring the curriculum to life. 

Child & Classroom Management 

• Maintain a warm, safe, clean, and stimulating classroom environment suited to the needs of young children. 

• Establish consistent, gentle routines and positive behaviour management approaches appropriate for nursery-age children. 

• Supervise children closely at all times, including during meals, naptime, play, and transitions, to ensure their safety and wellbeing. 

• Identify and respond to signs of distress, developmental delay, or health concerns, and promptly inform parents/guardians and the Director of Studies. 

• Promote inclusion, kindness, and respect among children of different backgrounds and abilities. 

Administrative & Collaborative Duties 

• Maintain accurate records of attendance, developmental milestones, health observations, and individual learner progress. 

• Prepare simple, parent-friendly progress reports each term summarizing each child's growth and areas for support. 

• Engage regularly with parents and guardians to share updates on their child's development and encourage involvement in learning at home. 

• Collaborate with fellow teachers, the Director of Studies, and school leadership to plan events, activities, and school-wide programs. 

• Participate in school initiatives, including devotions, fellowships, and community outreach programs. 

Professional Development 

• Reflect on teaching practices and pursue continuous personal and professional growth in early childhood development. 

• Attend staff development sessions, ECD-focused training, and contribute ideas to improve school operations. 

• Stay current with best practices, research, and methodologies in early childhood education. 

Other Duties 

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head Teacher or administration as needs arise. What We're Looking For 

Required Qualifications & Experience 

• Education: Certificate or Diploma in Early Childhood Development (ECD) Education, or a related field, from a recognized institution. 

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience in a nursery or early childhood setting.

• Subject Proficiency: Solid understanding of Uganda's ECD curriculum framework, child development milestones, and age-appropriate, play-based teaching strategies. 

Technical Competencies 

• Proficient in planning and delivering play-based, child-centered lessons and activities. • Strong classroom management skills suited to young children, with patience and a nurturing disposition. • Ability to observe, assess, and document early childhood developmental progress. • Skilled in creating engaging learning materials using simple and locally available resources. 

• Capable of creating a safe, loving, and nurturing environment for young children's academic, physical, and spiritual growth. 

Equal Opportunity Statement 

AsOne Ministries is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without discrimination on any protected grounds. Your personal data will only be used for recruitment purposes and protected under the Data Protection Act.