Chinese Speech Enrichment Teacher / Trainer

SPEECH MASTERY PTE. LTD.; Serangoon Garden Circus; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education center in Singapore is seeking a Chinese Speech Enrichment Teacher to conduct Mandarin Speech & Drama, Public Speaking, and Oral Communication classes for children aged 3 to 16. The ideal candidate will develop students' spoken fluency and confidence while preparing them for various speech-related activities. Experience in teaching, strong Mandarin skills, and a passion for child development are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong command of spoken and written Mandarin.
• Experience in teaching Chinese speech, writing, or oral communication for preschool or primary levels.
• Skilled in classroom management, creative teaching, and performance coaching.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct interactive Chinese Speech & Drama, Public Speaking, and Oral Communication lessons.
• Reinforce communication skills aligned with MOE Chinese Paper 2 components.
• Prepare students for performances, storytelling sessions, oral showcases, and speech competitions.

Skills

Chinese Public Speaking & Speech Crafting

Oral Communication and Paper 2 Techniques

Classroom and Behaviour Management

Lesson Planning and Curriculum Design

Education

Diploma or Degree in Chinese Language, Education, Early Childhood, Linguistics, Performing Arts

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Chinese Speech Enrichment Teacher to join our public speaking and communication centre. The ideal candidate will conduct Mandarin Speech & Drama, Public Speaking, and Oral Communication classes for children aged 3 to 16 years old.

This position focuses on developing students’ spoken fluency, confidence, and speech crafting abilities — including skills relevant to Chinese writing, oral examinations, and structured speech presentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct interactive Chinese Speech & Drama, Public Speaking, and Oral Communication lessons for preschool and primary levels.
• Teach speech crafting skills – including speech structure, argument development, persuasive techniques, and vocabulary enrichment.
• Reinforce communication skills aligned with MOE Chinese Paper 2 components, such as picture discussion, personal response, and situational conversation.
• Prepare students for performances, storytelling sessions, oral showcases, and speech competitions.
• Use creative and structured lesson methods to make learning fun, effective, and confidence-building.
• Manage a class of 10–12 children effectively, maintaining engagement and discipline in an encouraging atmosphere.
• Organise outdoor learning sessions, such as impromptu speaking challenges or community visits (e.g. to elderly homes).
• Collaborate with other trainers to design lesson plans, training resources, and performance materials.
• Provide parents with regular progress updates and feedback on their child’s learning journey.

Requirements

• Minimum Diploma or Degree in Chinese Language, Education, Early Childhood, Linguistics, Performing Arts, or related discipline.
• Strong command of spoken and written Mandarin (bilingual ability preferred).
• Experience in teaching Chinese speech, writing, or oral communication for preschool or primary levels.
• Knowledge of Chinese Paper 2 components (Oral and Situational Writing) and ability to integrate these into fun, speech-based lessons.
• Enthusiastic about helping children express ideas clearly, confidently, and creatively in Mandarin.
• Skilled in classroom management, creative teaching, and performance coaching.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in speech and drama, Chinese composition or oral teaching, or language enrichment programmes.
• Prior experience preparing students for speech competitions, storytelling, or MOE oral exams.
• Exposure to outdoor experiential learning, community-based projects, or student leadership training is an advantage.

Skills and Competencies

• Chinese Public Speaking & Speech Crafting
• Oral Communication and Paper 2 Techniques
• Classroom and Behaviour Management
• Lesson Planning and Curriculum Design