Early Childhood Educator

Raffles K12; Iskandar Puteri; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading early childhood education provider based in Iskandar Puteri, Malaysia, is seeking a teacher to design engaging activities for children aged 3 months to 3 years. Candidates should have a Diploma/Degree in Early Childhood Education and a passion for nurturing young children's curiosity. Responsibilities include maintaining a supportive classroom environment and building trusting relationships with parents. Fluency in English and Malay is required, and knowledge of Mandarin is a plus.

Qualifications

• Loves working with children aged 3 months to 3 years.
• Passion for working with young children and supporting their natural curiosity.
• Is patient and a great team player.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging and implement play-rich activities.
• Maintain an organized and aesthetically pleasing classroom environment.
• Build respectful relationships with parents and caregivers.
• Support children’s daily routines in a nurturing manner.
• Observe, document, and reflect on children’s progress.

Skills

Strong observation skills

Creative thinking

Effective communication in English and Malay

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma/Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

At Raffles American School, we believe every child is curious, capable, and full of potential.

Inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy and guided by Malaysia’s PERMATA Early Childhood Curriculum, we create a beautiful, engaging environment where learning happens through exploration, relationships, and creativity.

Key Responsibilities

• Design engaging and implement play-rich activities that spark curiosity in line with the Reggio Emilia approach and PERMATA domains.
• Incorporate natural materials, open-ended resources, and project-based learning into daily activities.
• Observe, document, and reflect on children’s interests, progress, and developmental milestones.
• Ensure children’s safety, comfort, and emotional well-being at all times.
• Support children’s routines such as feeding, diapering/toileting, rest, and hygiene in a respectful and nurturing manner.
• Maintain an organized, aesthetically pleasing, and purposeful classroom environment that reflects children’s learning journeys.
• Display children’s work and learning documentation to honour their creativity and thinking.
• Build respectful, trusting relationships with parents and caregivers through open communication and regular updates.
• Work as part of a team to co-plan and co-reflect on curriculum, projects, and classroom practices.

Qualifications

• Has a Diploma/Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Loves working with children aged 3 months to 3 years.
• Passion for working with young children and supporting their natural curiosity.
• Strong observation, documentation, and reflective practice skills.
• Is creative, patient, and a great team player.
• Communicates well in English & Malay (Mandarin is a plus).
• Is eager to learn and grow with us.
• Candidates with relevant experience are encouraged to apply and join our growing team.