Become a Confident Preschool Educator
Learn. Practise. Teach. Inspire.
A comprehensive 3-month professional teacher training programme designed for aspiring educators, mothers, and early primary teachers. Master child-centric play pedagogy, Jolly Phonics instruction, hands-on TLM fabrication, and deliver confident microteaching demonstrations.
Designed for Real Classroom Mastery
Most online teacher courses rely entirely on lecture videos. Little Zaurez emphasizes real-world early childhood pedagogical practice, tactile aid fabrication, voice modulation, and child psychology.
Synthetic Phonics Instruction
Master all 42 Jolly Phonics letter-sound taxonomy, multi-sensory physical actions, sound blending for reading, segmenting for spelling, and phonemic awareness drills.
Practical TLM & Puppetry
Learn to design low-cost, durable teaching-learning materials: glove puppets, interactive storytelling storyboxes, sensory boards, and counting manipulatives.
Live Microteaching Practice
Deliver simulated 7–10 minute lessons directly to certified faculty mentors. Receive objective feedback on set induction, stimulus variation, and questioning techniques.
Spoken English & Communication
Refine your classroom English, giving clear and gentle instructions to young learners, facilitating parent-teacher conferences, and preparing teaching portfolios for interviews.
Gentle Classroom Governance
Learn non-punitive classroom management, positive behavioral reinforcement, transition games, calming routines, and empathetic governance for toddlers and preschoolers.
Digital Portfolio & QR Registry
Graduate with a verified digital teaching portfolio showcasing your lesson plans and physical craft items, backed by an instant online QR-verifiable certificate.
Three-Month Training Roadmap
A structured 36-class progression taking you from foundational child development to advanced practical demonstration and professional portfolio creation.
Month 1 — Foundation of Preschool Education
Child development psychology, early literacy, Jolly Phonics introduction, numeracy foundations, and inclusive teaching practices.
Introduction to Early Childhood Education
Core philosophies of ECE (Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Playway), role of the modern preschool teacher, and developmental milestones.
Child Growth and Development
Physical, cognitive, socio-emotional, and language milestones in children aged 2 to 6 years.
Understanding Preschool Learners
Learning styles, sensory processing, attention spans, separation anxiety, and creating emotional security.
Play-Based Learning & Experiential Pedagogy
Designing free play, guided play, and socio-dramatic play centres that promote inquiry and discovery.
Preschool Classroom Management
Establishing gentle routines, positive behavior reinforcement, transitions between activities, and classroom rules.
Early Literacy & Jolly Phonics Foundation
The 42 phonics letter sounds, blending for reading, segmenting for spelling, and tricky words instruction.
Early Numeracy & Pre-Math Concepts
Sorting, patterning, 1-to-1 correspondence, number sense, spatial awareness, and tactile counting games.
Storytelling, Rhymes & Vocal Expression
Modulating voice, facial expressions, rhyme dramatization, interactive read-alouds, and vocabulary expansion.
Child Safety, Classroom Wellbeing & First Aid
Preschool child protection standards, emergency preparedness, hygiene routines, and emotional wellbeing.
Inclusive Classroom Practices & Special Needs
Identifying learning delays, sensory sensitivities, and adapting activities for children with varied abilities.
Month 2 — Practical Teaching and TLM Making
Hands-on lesson planning, tactile flashcards, glove puppets, sensory activity boards, storytelling props, art & craft, and circle time management.
Lesson Planning & Daily Timetable Design
Structuring daily circles, weekly themes, and creating outcome-based preschool lesson plans.
Teaching-Learning Material (TLM) Making
Principles of low-cost, no-cost tactile educational aids using household and eco-friendly craft supplies.
Flashcards & Learning Charts Preparation
Designing high-contrast, durable letter cards, word families, and thematic vocabulary charts.
Puppets & Storytelling Props
Hand puppets, shadow puppets, felt-board characters, and sensory story boxes.
Art, Craft & Fine-Motor Activities
Origami, tearing and pasting, finger painting, clay sculpting, and scissor-handling safety.
Circle Time & Morning Assembly Orchestration
Greeting songs, calendar drills, weather charts, and gross-motor movement activities.
Activity-Based Mathematics Lab
Crafting number rods, ten-frames, bead stairs, and geometric shape-matching kits.
Phonics Demonstrations & Sound Games
Sound hopscotch, blending wheels, tactile sandpaper letters, and auditory discrimination games.
Classroom Decoration & Learning Corners
Setting up reading nooks, sensory discovery tables, pretend-play corners, and display boards.
Demonstration Teaching & Educator Modeling
Observing expert educators conduct live lessons and deconstructing pedagogical strategies.
Month 3 — Teaching Practice and Professional Development
Supervised microteaching demonstrations, classroom English, personality development, parent communication, student assessment, and career portfolio curation.
Microteaching & Simulated Classrooms
Conducting short 10-to-15-minute lessons to peer groups with real-time mentor critique.
Lesson Demonstration & Topic Mastery
Delivering complete thematic units incorporating rhyme, concept explanation, and wrap-up.
Spoken English for Early Childhood Educators
Polite classroom directions, clear phonation, error correction without discouraging learners, and storytelling tone.
Personality Development & Professional Presence
Body language, warmth, composure under pressure, and educator grooming.
Classroom Communication & Active Listening
Talking with children at eye level, open-ended questioning, and validating young emotions.
Parent-Teacher Communication & Conferencing
Sharing constructive developmental updates, managing sensitive parent inquiries, and orientation meetings.
Child Observation & Authentic Assessment
Anecdotal records, developmental checklists, portfolio documentation, and rubric-based evaluation.
Teaching Portfolio Preparation
Curating high-quality photographs of TLM, lesson plan binders, and teaching self-reflections.
Final Practical Teaching Demonstration
Formal live simulated classroom demonstration evaluated against standardized rubrics.
Final Theory Assessment & Viva Voce
Comprehensive evaluation of early childhood pedagogy, phonics rules, and classroom management strategies.
Practical Teaching Aids & Microteaching
Every candidate fabricates real physical teaching materials and curates a verified educator portfolio.
Make Alphabet Phonics Flashcards
Objective: Create a complete set of tactile alphabet flashcards (Group 1: s, a, t, i, p, n) using texture or raised outlines.
Craft durable cards (approx 15cm x 10cm) with lowercase letters, primary sound illustrations, and directional writing arrows. Upload photos of your finished card set.
Class 1: Write an analytical essay detailing "Ten Essential Qualities of an Effective Preschool Teacher" with real classroom scenarios illustrating each quality.
Objective: 1. Understand the critical importance of early years education (ages 2–6) for neural and emotional development. 2. Define the core role and responsibilities of a contemporary preschool educator. 3. Distinguish between passive rote learning and active play-based learning. 4. Identify key physical and emotional characteristics of a safe, child-friendly classroom.
Write an analytical essay detailing "Ten Essential Qualities of an Effective Preschool Teacher" with real classroom scenarios illustrating each quality.
Class 2: Design an illustrated "Preschool Child Milestone Reference Poster" (A4 or digital) categorizing 4 key developmental milestones across ages 2.5 to 5.5 years.
Objective: 1. Identify the 4 foundational developmental domains: Physical, Cognitive, Language, and Socio-Emotional. 2. Trace developmental milestones from age 2 to age 6. 3. Understand individual developmental variation and the danger of premature labeling. 4. Formulate objective, non-judgmental observational records of young learners.
Design an illustrated "Preschool Child Milestone Reference Poster" (A4 or digital) categorizing 4 key developmental milestones across ages 2.5 to 5.5 years.
Class 3: Prepare a 5-minute presentation summary (written 1-page paper or 5-slide outline) analyzing one preschool philosophy of choice and how you will apply its principles in ...
Objective: 1. Understand foundational early childhood philosophies: Maria Montessori, Friedrich Froebel, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf. 2. Deconstruct the principles of child-centred pedagogy vs teacher-directed rote learning. 3. Differentiate between free play, guided play, and structured instruction. 4. Synthesize modern eclectic preschool teaching practices suited to diverse cultural environments.
Prepare a 5-minute presentation summary (written 1-page paper or 5-slide outline) analyzing one preschool philosophy of choice and how you will apply its principles in your future classroom.
Class 4: Formulate a written \"Positive Behaviour Management Toolkit\" containing five proactive strategies for common preschool behavioral situations.
Objective: 1. Understand preschool attention spans (2–5 minutes per year of age) and neurological emotional regulation. 2. Analyze the psychological root causes behind challenging behaviors (tantrums, biting, withdrawal, defiance). 3. Apply positive reinforcement techniques and avoid punitive shame-based disciplinary tactics. 4. Execute effective co-regulation and emotional de-escalation strategies during emotional meltdowns.
Formulate a written \"Positive Behaviour Management Toolkit\" containing five proactive strategies for common preschool behavioral situations.
Class 5: Design a set of five visual classroom rules with positive phrasing and simple illustrations, accompanied by a complete Preschool Daily Routine Chart.
Objective: 1. Understand why predictable daily routines provide emotional safety and reduce behavioral chaos. 2. Master smooth classroom transitions using musical cues, fingerplays, and visual schedules. 3. Formulate 4–5 positive, visual classroom rules stated in the affirmative. 4. Design a balanced daily preschool timetable balancing active vs quiet and indoor vs outdoor periods.
Design a set of five visual classroom rules with positive phrasing and simple illustrations, accompanied by a complete Preschool Daily Routine Chart.
Class 6: Design an inclusive, adapted lesson activity plan for a diverse preschool group, detailing specific modifications for physical, sensory, and linguistic accommodations.
Objective: 1. Define inclusive education in the early years context and recognize the value of neurodiversity. 2. Identify common early learning differences: Speech-language delays, sensory processing sensitivities, ADHD traits, and motor delays. 3. Formulate multi-sensory activity adaptations ensuring all children can participate meaningfully. 4. Understand professional ethical boundaries and when to initiate compassionate parent conversations regarding developmental screening.
Design an inclusive, adapted lesson activity plan for a diverse preschool group, detailing specific modifications for physical, sensory, and linguistic accommodations.
Class 7: Prepare a portfolio of five original pre-reading activities focusing on print awareness, visual discrimination, and auditory listening skills.
Objective: 1. Understand the 5 foundational pillars of early literacy: Oral language, Print awareness, Phonological awareness, Alphabet knowledge, and Narrative comprehension. 2. Design engaging listening, speaking, and vocabulary-building games for 3–5 year olds. 3. Develop print-rich classroom environments (labeled cubbies, environmental print, reading nooks). 4. Execute multi-sensory pre-reading activities that develop left-to-right tracking and auditory discrimination.
Prepare a portfolio of five original pre-reading activities focusing on print awareness, visual discrimination, and auditory listening skills.
Class 8: Prepare a complete handmade set of Tactile Phonics Flashcards for Sound Group 1 (s, a, t, i, p, n) featuring raised texture letters, sound illustrations, and directiona...
Objective: 1. Understand synthetic phonics principles and why letter sounds take precedence over letter names in early reading. 2. Master the correct articulation of foundational phonemes without the common "schwa" error (e.g., /s/ not "suh", /m/ not "muh"). 3. Execute auditory blending (synthesizing sounds into words) and segmenting (breaking words into component sounds). 4. Design tactile, multi-sensory sound recognition games for preschool learners.
Prepare a complete handmade set of Tactile Phonics Flashcards for Sound Group 1 (s, a, t, i, p, n) featuring raised texture letters, sound illustrations, and directional arrows.
Class 9: Craft a storytelling prop (felt-board character set, storytelling puppet, or miniature story box) and prepare a 5-minute interactive storytelling demonstration.
Objective: 1. Master the dramatic art of storytelling for preschoolers using vocal modulation, facial expressions, and strategic pausing. 2. Utilize storytelling props effectively (stick puppets, sensory storyboxes, felt boards, apron stories). 3. Deconstruct age-appropriate story selection criteria (repetition, rhyme, relatable emotional themes). 4. Lead interactive nursery rhymes incorporating gross-motor actions and rhythmic cadence.
Craft a storytelling prop (felt-board character set, storytelling puppet, or miniature story box) and prepare a 5-minute interactive storytelling demonstration.
Class 10: Create a handmade, durable \"Number Sense Activity Kit\" (e.g., Counting caterpillar with clothes pins, Bead counting stair, or Apple tree drop box) targeting quantiti...
Objective: 1. Understand the hierarchy of early mathematical thinking: Sorting, Classifying, Matching, Patterning, and 1-to-1 Correspondence. 2. Differentiate between rote counting (singing number words) and true rational number sense (understanding quantity). 3. Design tactile math manipulatives using low-cost recycled items (bottle caps, buttons, pasta, pebbles). 4. Formulate playful activities for 2D/3D shape recognition and spatial awareness (over, under, beside).
Create a handmade, durable \"Number Sense Activity Kit\" (e.g., Counting caterpillar with clothes pins, Bead counting stair, or Apple tree drop box) targeting quantities 1 to 10.
Class 11: Compile a comprehensive \"Preschool Classroom Safety and Daily Hygiene Checklist\" covering morning arrival, mealtime, play areas, and dismissal.
Objective: 1. Establish stringent health, sanitation, and handwashing protocols in preschool classrooms. 2. Master continuous child supervision strategies and hazard mitigation (indoor and outdoor playground). 3. Understand basic preschool emergency awareness (fire drills, allergy management, first-aid fundamentals). 4. Implement professional child safeguarding policies, physical touch boundaries, and mandatory reporting standards.
Compile a comprehensive \"Preschool Classroom Safety and Daily Hygiene Checklist\" covering morning arrival, mealtime, play areas, and dismissal.
Class 12: Complete the Month 1 Reflective Self-Evaluation and finalize all Month 1 practical homework submissions for mid-term portfolio verification.
Objective: 1. Consolidate core pedagogical concepts from Month 1 (ECE philosophies, developmental milestones, behavior management, early literacy, numeracy, safety). 2. Complete the Month 1 Formative Assessment Theory Quiz. 3. Conduct short 3-minute peer teaching demonstrations integrating voice, visual aids, and child engagement. 4. Receive personalized developmental feedback and formulate action goals for Month 2.
Complete the Month 1 Reflective Self-Evaluation and finalize all Month 1 practical homework submissions for mid-term portfolio verification.
Prepare a Storytelling Glove / Puppet
Objective: Design an interactive hand or finger puppet to dramatize an animal or nursery rhyme story.
Create at least two character puppets suitable for preschool storytelling. Upload clear photos and a 60-second video demonstrating your voice modulation.
Activity-Based Number Sense Kit
Objective: Develop a hands-on counting activity matching numerals 1 to 10 with concrete objects or counters.
Build a game (e.g. Caterpillar counting, Apple tree clip cards) showing numeral recognition and quantity matching.
Class 13: Draft a complete, professional preschool lesson plan on the topic of \"Colours (Red & Yellow)\" using the Little Zaurez Standardized Template.
Objective: 1. Understand why written lesson plans are essential for intentional, stress-free teaching. 2. Master the 6 essential components of an early childhood lesson plan: SMART Objectives, Anticipatory Set (Hook), Direct Instruction, Guided Play/Activity, Closure, and Assessment. 3. Write clear developmental learning objectives using Bloom's Early Years Taxonomy. 4. Formulate contingency backup strategies for lessons that finish too quickly or fail to engage.
Draft a complete, professional preschool lesson plan on the topic of \"Colours (Red & Yellow)\" using the Little Zaurez Standardized Template.
Class 14: Develop a complete 5-Day Thematic Lesson Plan around an approved theme, detailing daily circle time songs, core concepts, crafts, and learning center additions.
Objective: 1. Understand the philosophy of integrated thematic curriculum planning across multiple subject areas. 2. Design a comprehensive 5-day theme web integrating literacy, numeracy, science discovery, art, music, and motor skills. 3. Balance daily learning rhythms across a 5-day school week (Monday to Friday). 4. Select age-appropriate, non-stereotypical themes that resonate with children's immediate real-world experiences.
Develop a complete 5-Day Thematic Lesson Plan around an approved theme, detailing daily circle time songs, core concepts, crafts, and learning center additions.
Class 15: Design, fabricate, and document one original handmade Teaching-Learning Material (TLM) item using low-cost recycled supplies. Submit photos and a 1-page pedagogical us...
Objective: 1. Understand the pedagogical necessity of Teaching-Learning Materials (TLM) in early childhood education. 2. Master the principles of "Low-Cost, No-Cost" (LCNC) educational aid fabrication using recycled household items. 3. Evaluate educational materials for durability, child safety, non-toxicity, and multi-purpose adaptability. 4. Design tactile educational aids that stimulate multiple sensory modalities simultaneously.
Design, fabricate, and document one original handmade Teaching-Learning Material (TLM) item using low-cost recycled supplies. Submit photos and a 1-page pedagogical user guide.
Class 16: Construct a complete handmade flashcard set (minimum 10 cards) covering either Phonics, Numeracy, or Thematic Vocabulary. Upload photographs of finished cards showing ...
Objective: 1. Master the design principles of effective preschool flashcards (high contrast, non-distracting backgrounds, realistic imagery, rounded corners). 2. Differentiate between alphabet flashcards, picture cards, word wheels, and classification matching sets. 3. Fabricate durable, laminated flashcards using manual sealing tape or laminating sheets. 4. Execute interactive flashcard games that avoid rote drill and stimulate active physical engagement.
Construct a complete handmade flashcard set (minimum 10 cards) covering either Phonics, Numeracy, or Thematic Vocabulary. Upload photographs of finished cards showing front, back, and edge finishing.
Class 17: Create a character puppet (sock, glove, or paper bag) and record a 60-to-90 second video demonstration showing puppet voice modulation, eye contact, and character move...
Objective: 1. Understand the psychological power of puppets in breaking emotional barriers and encouraging shy children to speak. 2. Master the construction of 4 types of puppets: Paper-bag puppets, Stick puppets, Sock/Glove puppets, and Shadow puppets. 3. Develop puppet manipulation techniques (lip sync, eye contact, breath, and distinct character voices). 4. Fabricate supplementary storytelling aids: Story sequencing cards and miniature story boxes.
Create a character puppet (sock, glove, or paper bag) and record a 60-to-90 second video demonstration showing puppet voice modulation, eye contact, and character movement.
Class 18: Prepare a detailed \"Preschool Sensory and Fine-Motor Activity Plan\" (including two complete sensory bin blueprints, safety notes, and recipes for non-toxic sculpting...
Objective: 1. Understand the physiological progression of hand motor development: Palmar grasp -> Digital pronate grasp -> Static tripod -> Dynamic tripod grasp. 2. Design sensory exploration bins (dry bins, wet bins, textured tubs) that promote tactile scientific inquiry. 3. Formulate fine-motor strengthening activities: Threading, tweezer transfers, clothes pin clipping, pipettes, and clay manipulation. 4. Master safe, non-toxic homemade playdough and slime recipes with explicit child allergy and safety protocols.
Prepare a detailed \"Preschool Sensory and Fine-Motor Activity Plan\" (including two complete sensory bin blueprints, safety notes, and recipes for non-toxic sculpting dough).
Class 19: Curate an \"Early Childhood Art and Craft Activity Portfolio\" featuring three detailed, open-ended process art lesson plans with accompanying sample artworks or photo...
Objective: 1. Understand the profound pedagogical distinction between "Process-Focused Art" and "Product-Focused Craft". 2. Eliminate cookie-cutter adult-directed crafts and foster genuine child creative expression. 3. Master early art techniques: Color mixing, finger painting, tearing & pasting (collage), vegetable printing, and clay sculpting. 4. Execute safe classroom art management (smocks, drying racks, cleanup routines, non-toxic materials).
Curate an \"Early Childhood Art and Craft Activity Portfolio\" featuring three detailed, open-ended process art lesson plans with accompanying sample artworks or photographs.
Class 20: Write a comprehensive, scripted \"Preschool Circle Time Master Plan\" (including greeting lyrics, interactive calendar chant, weather observation script, and movement ...
Objective: 1. Understand the socio-emotional purpose of Circle Time as the daily anchor of classroom community. 2. Master the 5 essential components of an energetic, 20-minute Circle Time: Greeting song, Calendar routine, Weather report, Thematic sharing, and Movement transition. 3. Foster speaking confidence and respectful active listening in young children. 4. Handle disruptions during circle time (fidgeting, interruptions, refusal to sit) without punitive scolding.
Write a comprehensive, scripted \"Preschool Circle Time Master Plan\" (including greeting lyrics, interactive calendar chant, weather observation script, and movement game).
Class 21: Construct a complete handmade Mathematics TLM Project (e.g., Number Rods set, Tactile Bead Stair, or Geoboard with elastic bands) and submit with a 1-page user guide.
Objective: 1. Fabricate concrete preschool mathematics lab aids (Counting rods, bead stair, number peg boards, shape geoboards). 2. Master pedagogical games for 1-to-1 counting, number conservation, and part-whole relationships (early addition and subtraction). 3. Design spatial awareness and geometry discovery activities using tangible 2D and 3D manipulatives. 4. Integrate mathematical vocabulary (more than, less than, equal, taller, shorter, heavier, lighter) into everyday classroom play.
Construct a complete handmade Mathematics TLM Project (e.g., Number Rods set, Tactile Bead Stair, or Geoboard with elastic bands) and submit with a 1-page user guide.
Class 22: Design an illustrated \"Preschool Learning Corner Architectural Blueprint\" for a 500 sq.ft classroom, detailing inventory checklists, rules, and display board concept...
Objective: 1. Understand the philosophy of learning centers / interest corners in promoting child-led inquiry. 2. Design and organize 5 foundational learning corners: Reading Nook, Dramatic Play, Building/Blocks, Math/Manipulatives, and Discovery/Science. 3. Implement visual display board best practices that celebrate child progress rather than adult perfection. 4. Master learning corner management protocols (rotation systems, capacity limits, tidy-up rules).
Design an illustrated \"Preschool Learning Corner Architectural Blueprint\" for a 500 sq.ft classroom, detailing inventory checklists, rules, and display board concepts for all 5 zones.
Class 23: Deliver a short 5-minute teaching demonstration, submit your complete lesson plan, and write a 1-page self-reflection evaluating your performance against the 8-criteri...
Objective: 1. Deconstruct an expert early childhood demonstration lesson from start to finish. 2. Master the 5 phases of live lesson execution: Warm Opening, Hook & Provocation, Concept Explanation, Child Engagement, and Smooth Closure. 3. Formulate advanced questioning techniques (open-ended vs closed questions) that stimulate critical thinking. 4. Practice structured peer observation and objective rubric-based lesson critique.
Deliver a short 5-minute teaching demonstration, submit your complete lesson plan, and write a 1-page self-reflection evaluating your performance against the 8-criterion rubric.
Class 24: Incorporate trainer critique into your TLM portfolio and prepare for Month 3 Microteaching by drafting your preliminary 5-minute microteaching lesson plan.
Objective: 1. Present and defend candidate Teaching-Learning Materials (TLM) portfolios developed throughout Month 2. 2. Demonstrate live use of fabricated teaching aids with simulated learners. 3. Receive comprehensive formative evaluation from trainers on craftsmanship, pedagogical utility, and lesson planning. 4. Establish actionable improvement goals for Month 3 microteaching and teaching practice.
Incorporate trainer critique into your TLM portfolio and prepare for Month 3 Microteaching by drafting your preliminary 5-minute microteaching lesson plan.
Comprehensive Weekly Thematic Lesson Plan
Objective: Design a full 5-day preschool lesson plan around a theme (e.g., "Water & Sea Life" or "Our Community Helpers").
Include circle time song, phonics sound, math activity, sensory play, craft, and story for each day. Upload your PDF binder.
Class 25: Submit a complete 5-minute microteaching lesson plan on an approved early childhood topic, including specific behavioral objectives, TLM checklist, script, and closure.
Objective: 1. Understand the philosophy and structure of microteaching (scaled-down teaching: 5–7 minutes, 5–10 peer learners, 1 specific skill). 2. Deconstruct the Core Teaching Skills: Set Induction (Opening), Stimulus Variation, Questioning, Explaining, Reinforcement, and Closure. 3. Execute the Microteaching Cycle: Plan -> Teach -> Feedback -> Re-Plan -> Re-Teach -> Re-Feedback. 4. Prepare a focused, highly polished 5-minute microteaching lesson plan for live peer delivery.
Submit a complete 5-minute microteaching lesson plan on an approved early childhood topic, including specific behavioral objectives, TLM checklist, script, and closure.
Class 26: Submit a detailed \"Microteaching Self-Reflection and Action Plan\" analyzing your recorded demonstration against the 8-criterion rubric, identifying 3 specific areas ...
Objective: 1. Deliver a live 5-to-7 minute microteaching lesson demonstration before peers and trainer. 2. Integrate fabricated Teaching-Learning Materials (TLM) seamlessly into live instruction. 3. Execute correct phonemic pronunciation, vocal modulation, and child-centred questioning under timed conditions. 4. Receive and record rubric-based feedback and formulate an actionable self-reflection.
Submit a detailed \"Microteaching Self-Reflection and Action Plan\" analyzing your recorded demonstration against the 8-criterion rubric, identifying 3 specific areas for correction in Demonstration II.
Class 27: Upload your finalized, polished Microteaching Lesson Plan and final Demonstration Reflection to your Digital Training Portfolio.
Objective: 1. Execute the "Re-Teach" phase of the microteaching cycle, incorporating feedback from Demonstration I. 2. Demonstrate measurable improvement in time management, vocal modulation, and open-ended questioning. 3. Integrate physical teaching aids with fluid ease and natural child interaction. 4. Complete formal microteaching evaluation for practical certification clearance.
Upload your finalized, polished Microteaching Lesson Plan and final Demonstration Reflection to your Digital Training Portfolio.
Class 28: Compile and submit a personal reference booklet of \"Thirty Essential Preschool Classroom English Sentences\" categorized into: Greetings, Instructions, Praise/Encoura...
Objective: 1. Master the 50 essential classroom English phrases for greeting, instructing, encouraging, transitioning, and dismissing preschoolers. 2. Eliminate harsh, imperative commands ("Shut up!", "Sit down!") and replace them with polite, child-affirming phrasing. 3. Develop correct phonemic pronunciation, intonation, and rhythm of standard spoken English. 4. Practice error correction without discouraging young bilingual or multilingual learners.
Compile and submit a personal reference booklet of \"Thirty Essential Preschool Classroom English Sentences\" categorized into: Greetings, Instructions, Praise/Encouragement, Transitions, and Safety.
Class 29: Record and upload a professional 2-minute video introduction showcasing professional attire, clear spoken English, warm posture, and early childhood teaching passion.
Objective: 1. Understand the professional image, grooming, and presence required of an early childhood educator. 2. Master open, confident body language (eye level positioning, warm facial expressions, unhurried posture). 3. Conquer performance anxiety, imposter syndrome, and camera/interview hesitation. 4. Deliver an engaging, professional 2-minute self-introduction suitable for school leadership interviews.
Record and upload a professional 2-minute video introduction showcasing professional attire, clear spoken English, warm posture, and early childhood teaching passion.
Class 30: Draft a comprehensive, professional \"Sample Preschool Child Progress Report\" for a fictional 3.5-year-old learner across all 4 developmental domains, accompanied by ...
Objective: 1. Understand the critical role of parent partnerships in early childhood development. 2. Master parent-teacher conference (PTM) protocols: The "Sandwich Method" of developmental feedback. 3. Defuse anxious, angry, or demanding parents with professional empathy and de-escalation techniques. 4. Write objective, constructive, and growth-oriented developmental progress reports.
Draft a comprehensive, professional \"Sample Preschool Child Progress Report\" for a fictional 3.5-year-old learner across all 4 developmental domains, accompanied by a written PTM parent conference script.
Class 31: Design a comprehensive, 4-domain \"Preschool Observational Assessment Checklist\" and write three objective anecdotal observation logs based on provided child case vig...
Objective: 1. Understand why traditional formal written examinations are developmentally invalid and harmful for children under age six. 2. Master authentic, observational assessment tools: Anecdotal records, Running records, Developmental checklists, and Rating scales. 3. Construct individual Child Learning Portfolios that document authentic learning journeys over time. 4. Formulate developmental rubrics and ethically manage confidential child assessment records.
Design a comprehensive, 4-domain \"Preschool Observational Assessment Checklist\" and write three objective anecdotal observation logs based on provided child case vignettes.
Class 32: Assemble, finalize, and submit your complete 8-Pillar Professional Teacher Training Portfolio in digital PDF or curated online portfolio format for final evaluation.
Objective: 1. Understand the purpose, structure, and curation of a Professional Early Childhood Teacher Portfolio. 2. Organize candidate work into the 8 required institutional portfolio pillars: Philosophy, Lesson Plans, TLM Artifacts, Phonics Kits, Math Aids, Art Portfolios, Microteaching Reflections, and Observation Records. 3. Format digital and physical portfolios with pristine aesthetic layout, high-resolution photography, and clear pedagogical rationales. 4. Prepare portfolio presentation artifacts for final course certification clearance and job interview displays.
Assemble, finalize, and submit your complete 8-Pillar Professional Teacher Training Portfolio in digital PDF or curated online portfolio format for final evaluation.
Class 33: Draft a professional Preschool Teacher Resume highlighting your Little Zaurez training, core competencies, and practical portfolio, accompanied by a 15-minute Demo Cla...
Objective: 1. Understand the hiring procedures of top preschools, kindergartens, and early primary academies. 2. Master answers to the top 10 early childhood interview questions (behavior management, phonics, parent conflicts, philosophy). 3. Prepare a flawless 15-minute "Demo Class" for prospective school leadership and observation panels. 4. Design a clean, modern, ATS-friendly early childhood educator resume.
Draft a professional Preschool Teacher Resume highlighting your Little Zaurez training, core competencies, and practical portfolio, accompanied by a 15-minute Demo Class Plan.
Class 34: Complete the Final Theory Revision Study Guide and finalize all preparations for Class 35 Practical Demonstration and Class 36 Final Exam.
Objective: 1. Synthesize all 12 weeks of academic and pedagogical content across Months 1, 2, and 3. 2. Master exam strategies for the 100-mark assessment framework (Theory 30, Portfolio 25, Microteaching 25, Assignments 20). 3. Review critical early childhood theory: Child development milestones, synthetic phonics rules, behavior management, inclusive practices, and safety protocols. 4. Complete a mock theory examination with real-time explanatory debriefs.
Complete the Final Theory Revision Study Guide and finalize all preparations for Class 35 Practical Demonstration and Class 36 Final Exam.
Class 35: Complete your final course reflection log and ensure all portfolio documents are verified before Class 36.
Objective: 1. Deliver candidate capstone Practical Teaching Demonstration before the formal evaluation panel. 2. Exhibit mastery of the 8-criterion microteaching rubric under final evaluation conditions. 3. Integrate original handmade TLM and lesson plans seamlessly into instruction. 4. Receive formal practical evaluation scores contributing to the 25-mark Practical Demonstration component.
Complete your final course reflection log and ensure all portfolio documents are verified before Class 36.
Class 36: Submit any pending portfolio documentation and complete the Graduate Feedback Survey. Prepare for commencement!
Objective: 1. Complete the comprehensive Final Theory Examination (30 marks) assessing early childhood pedagogy, developmental psychology, and classroom practice. 2. Complete individual digital portfolio verification across all 8 required pillars (25 marks). 3. Review the complete 100-mark evaluation framework and institutional certification clearance workflow. 4. Participate in the course reflection seminar, share personal learning journeys, and outline future career goals.
Submit any pending portfolio documentation and complete the Graduate Feedback Survey. Prepare for commencement!
Guided by Experienced Early Childhood Mentors
Our trainers bring over a decade of verified preschool leadership, Jolly Phonics expertise, and curriculum development.
Shabnam Sultana
M.A. (English), B.Ed., Early Childhood SpecialistEarly Childhood Pedagogy, Phonics, Classroom Management & Storytelling
Rubina Kausar
M.Sc. (Child Psychology), Diploma in Preschool EducationChild Development, Cognitive Milestones, Montessori Apparatus & Special Needs Basics
Asma Parveen
B.A., Mont. Dip., Certified Phonics TrainerJolly Phonics, Spoken English, Rhymes, Puppetry & Practical TLM Projects
Dr. Farhana Naz
Ph.D. in Education, M.Ed., UGC NET QualifiedCurriculum Planning, Microteaching Evaluation, Inclusive Education & Teacher Assessment
Who Can Join This Programme?
No prior teaching experience is mandatory. We welcome candidates dedicated to nurturing young minds.
Aspiring Preschool & Daycare Teachers
Individuals seeking to launch a fulfilling early childhood career in play schools, Montessori academies, or kindergarten sections.
Mothers & Homemakers Re-entering the Workforce
Mothers seeking flexible professional careers or wishing to scientifically guide their own children's critical early literacy and numeracy.
In-Service Primary & Nursery Teachers
Current educators seeking formal upskilling in modern synthetic phonics, interactive TLM creation, and gentle classroom governance.
Preschool Founders & Edu-preneurs
Entrepreneurs aiming to launch their own early childhood learning center, daycare, or reading activity studio.
Batch Schedule & Transparent Pricing
All fees are inclusive of live Google Meet classes, study notes, portfolio evaluations, and digital certificate.
- ✓ 36 Planned Live Classes (45 Hours)
- ✓ Complete 30-Module Syllabus Access
- ✓ 36 Downloadable Study Notes & Slide Decks
- ✓ Practical TLM Portfolio Review by Certified Mentors
- ✓ Supervised Microteaching Demonstration & Feedback
- ✓ Institutional Certificate of Completion with QR Verification
Upcoming Training Batches
Batches are limited to 15–20 candidates to ensure individual mentorship.
Institutional Certificate Disclosure
The programme provides an institutional Certificate of Completion issued by Little Zaurez Teacher Training Centre after successful completion of the required training, practical TLM portfolio, and microteaching assessments. This is an independent skill mastery and teacher empowerment credential. It does not claim NCTE approval, government university equivalence, or guaranteed government employment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear, transparent answers about our curriculum, class schedules, practical training, and certification.
The programme is open to aspiring preschool and kindergarten educators, mothers, homemakers re-entering the professional workforce, early primary teachers seeking upskilling in activity-based phonics pedagogy, and edu-preneurs launching a play school. Minimum eligibility is 10+2 / Higher Secondary in any stream. No prior teaching experience is mandatory.
The programme spans 3 months (12 weeks) comprising 36 planned live classes (45 hours of live instruction), supplemented by practical TLM preparation, study notes, guided microteaching, and mentor evaluations.
Yes, all 36 classes are conducted live via Google Meet with interactive mentor-student engagement. Sessions are held in small cohorts to ensure individual questions and teaching practice receive real-time guidance.
Yes. Month 2 is dedicated to hands-on Teaching Learning Material (TLM) fabrication. You will craft low-cost sensory boards, Jolly Phonics tactile flashcards, puppet storytelling props, and math manipulatives for your teaching portfolio.
Yes. Month 3 includes dedicated classroom English and personality development sessions focusing on teacher instructions, clear phonation, parent-teacher meeting roleplays, and interview preparation.
Yes. Each trainee participates in supervised microteaching demonstrations where you present a simulated 7–10 minute lesson to trainers and peers, receiving structured feedback on set induction, stimulus variation, and child engagement.
Authorized enrolled candidates have continuous access to comprehensive class study notes, slide presentations, assignment briefs, and topic summaries on the Candidate Dashboard.
Practical assignments are submitted through your candidate dashboard and evaluated by certified teacher trainers across rubrics assessing age-appropriateness, safety, pedagogical alignment, and presentation clarity.
Upon fulfilling the 75% attendance criterion, submitting practical TLM portfolio projects, and passing the microteaching evaluation, you will receive an institutional Certificate of Completion issued by Little Zaurez Teacher Training Centre with an online QR verification code.
This programme awards an institutional Certificate of Completion for early childhood pedagogical skill mastery. It does not claim government NCTE recognition or university degree equivalence, nor does it guarantee government employment. It equips educators with practical competencies valued by leading private preschools and daycares.
Yes. The Little Zaurez candidate portal is fully mobile-responsive. You can read study notes, view slide summaries, track attendance, and check trainer feedback directly from any modern smartphone or tablet browser.
You can submit an initial Admission Enquiry on this page to speak with an admissions counsellor, or proceed directly to Apply for Admission by verifying your Google identity, selecting an available cohort, and submitting your candidate particulars.
Have Questions? Speak with an Admissions Counsellor
Interested in joining an upcoming cohort but not yet ready to enrol? Submit this short enquiry and our training coordinator will contact you with batch availability and curriculum guidance.
