Childcare Principal

CAMBRIDGE @ MACPHERSON PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CAMBRIDGE @ MACPHERSON PTE. LTD. seeks an experienced Principal to lead our preschool, guiding academic programs, staff management, student development, and community engagement to drive growth and excellence.

The role emphasizes curriculum design, teacher coaching, enrolment strategies, and financial stewardship to sustain high-quality early childhood education within a vibrant school community in Singapore.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of teaching experience, including two years in a Principal role.
• Diploma in Pre-school Education - Leadership (DPE-L) or equivalent.
• Experience in leading curriculum development and school-wide initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead teachers in designing, developing, and implementing quality early childhood curricula to enhance learning outcomes.
• Coach and support teachers to monitor, assess, document, and maintain evaluations of children’s learning and development.
• Develop and execute strategies to market the school and maximize student enrolment capacity.
• Manage cost control across all school operations to ensure financial efficiency.
• Select, coach, and mentor teachers to strengthen professional relationships with parents, foster harmonious teamwork, and improve teaching performance for student growth.
• Maintain accurate student records and ensure compliance with teacher-to-student ratio requirements.
• Oversee maintenance and optimal use of school facilities to provide a conducive learning environment.
• Establish and sustain positive, effective communication with parents and the wider school community.
• Organize school events that promote cultural, festive celebrations, and racial harmony.
• Oversee the renewal process of the centre’s licensing in compliance with ECDA requirements.
• Lead and drive other management-related activities and initiatives to support school operations and development.

Skills

Curriculum development

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Education

Diploma in Pre-school Education - Leadership (DPE-L)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Principal to lead our school, overseeing academic programs, staff management, student development, and community engagement to drive school growth and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead teachers in designing, developing, and implementing quality early childhood curricula to enhance learning outcomes
• Coach and support teachers to monitor, assess, document, and maintain evaluations of children’s learning and development
• Develop and execute strategies to market the school and maximize student enrolment capacity
• Manage cost control across all school operations to ensure financial efficiency
• Select, coach, and mentor teachers to strengthen professional relationships with parents, foster harmonious teamwork, and improve teaching performance for student growth
• Maintain accurate student records and ensure compliance with teacher-to-student ratio requirements
• Oversee maintenance and optimal use of school facilities to provide a conducive learning environment
• Establish and sustain positive, effective communication with parents and the wider school community
• Organize school events that promote cultural, festive celebrations, and racial harmony
• Oversee the renewal process of the centre’s licensing in compliance with ECDA requirements
• Lead and drive other management-related activities and initiatives to support school operations and development

Required competencies and certifications

• Minimum five years of teaching experience, including at least two years in a Principal role
• Diploma in Pre-school Education - Leadership (DPE-L) or equivalent

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• At least 2 to 5 years of teaching experience managing a preschool centre
• Strong knowledge and experience in curriculum development and management
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proven interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively within the school community