Educator, Early Childhood Education

Location: Bengaluru

About us:

Founded in 2010, Ekya Schools offers progressive K–12 education through CBSE, ICSE, and Cambridge IGCSE curricula, with a strong emphasis on experiential learning. Alongside Ekya Schools, our chain of CMR Pre-University Colleges delivers an extensive pre-university program affiliated with the Karnataka Pre-University Board, combining rigorous academics with a holistic learning experience. Drawing from the rich legacy of the CMR Group, we nurture lifelong learners equipped to thrive in a dynamic and evolving world.

About Ekya Vana & Ekya Vana Early Years:
Ekya Vana Early Years represent Ekya’s next chapter, purpose-based learning environments rooted deeply in nature, sustainability, and conservation.
Ekya Vana Early Years Nature-based Preschools and Day-care Centers offers a nature-immersive, inquiry-led space where children pause to notice, wonder, listen, care, and find joy in the living world. Seasonal rhythms, hands-on exploration, and Earth Sense anchor their foundational learning experiences.

Role Overview :
The Early Years Educator at Ekya VANA creates a safe, joyful, and inquiry-led learning environment where young children grow cognitively, socially, emotionally, and physically through meaningful nature-based experiences.
The educator nurtures curiosity, care, confidence, and responsibility, supporting children in noticing, wondering, and acting with respect toward themselves, others, and the Earth.

Life as an Educator at Ekya VANA:
At Ekya Vana Early Years, being an educator means working in a learning environment shaped by nature, curiosity, and care.
Your classroom extends into gardens, outdoor spaces, and the natural world
You work closely with children who are curious, observant, and eager to explore
Your professional voice and teaching practice are valued and trusted
You collaborate with a committed team that values respect, inclusion, and individuality
You engage meaningfully with nature,through outdoor learning, gardening, and care for living systems
You reflect on your practice and grow through continuous learning opportunities
You contribute to building a thoughtful, inquiry-led early years environment rooted in joy and play

Key Responsibilities
Plan and facilitate developmentally appropriate, inquiry-led learning experiences
Integrate nature exploration, gardening, and sustainability practices into daily routines
Observe, document, and reflect on children’s learning journeys
Foster children’s social-emotional wellbeing, independence, and mindfulness
Support eco-stewardship activities such as composting and conservation
Communicate clearly and warmly with parents and caregivers
Collaborate closely with colleagues to uphold Ekya Vana’s philosophy and values
Maintain safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environments

Qualifications & Skills:

Graduate, with NTT / MTT / ECE / Montessori training preferred
Minimum 3 years of experience in early childhood education
Demonstrated ability in lesson planning, designing developmentally appropriate, inquiry-led learning experiences
Strong spoken English and clear communication skills
A genuine interest in nature-based learning, outdoor engagement, gardening, or environmental care
Strong belief in play-based learning and early childhood pedagogy
Effective parent communication and partnership-building skills
A warm, reflective, and observant approach to working with young children

We would love to meet you!