Class Teacher (Primary Years)

EtonHouse International Education Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Job summary

EtonHouse International Education Group in Singapore is seeking an experienced Class Teacher to deliver high-quality early childhood education. You will plan, teach, and assess with a focus on inquiry-based learning while collaborating with the Principal and staff to support pupil development and family engagement.

The role requires a Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood or Education, plus relevant teaching qualifications.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of relevant professional teaching experience in early childhood.
• Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood or Education or equivalent from a recognised university or college.
• Teacher Certificates, Diplomas or other Teacher Accreditation courses required if degree is not in Education.
• IB PYP course and training are highly valued.
• Knowledge of or willingness to acquire knowledge of inquiry-based learning is required.
• Applicants must provide original copies of their Certificates and transcripts for authentication.
• International experience, especially in Asia, is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Respect and value each child’s social, cultural and religious background and model mutual respect and tolerance.
• Share in management of pastoral care, health, welfare and behaviour of all pupils within the class.
• Undertake teaching of a class in line with school policies and guidelines.
• Use diverse teaching and caring methods to ensure high quality learning.
• Provide planning documents with learning objectives, differentiated tasks, assessments, and moderation for the Principal or authorized officer.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure equal opportunities for all.
• Maintain a tidy, well-organised classroom and manage resources.

Skills

Early childhood teaching

Classroom management

Collaboration

Professional development

Education

Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood or Education

Teacher Certificates or Diplomas

Education-related qualifications

Job description

Job Description

Responsible to:

Board of Directors and Principal in the execution of professional duties and responsibilities.

As Class Teacher, to:

• Respect and value each child’s social, cultural and religious background and by example, provide mutual respect and tolerance.

• Share in the management of pastoral care, health, welfare and behaviour of all pupils and in particular, those within your designated class group.
• Undertake the teaching of a class in accordance with the school’s agreed policies and guidelines.
• Use a variety of appropriate teaching and caring methods to ensure high quality learning takes place.
• Provide planning documents identifying specific learning objectives, differentiated tasks, special needs, extension and assessment, to the Principal or other authorized officer.
• Maintain professional dialogue with colleagues concerning the children, other colleagues and the school. Treat all information with confidentiality.
• Ensure the provision of equal opportunities for all.
• Encourage children to take pride in their own environment and show respect and concern for others, to the benefit of the school as a caring community.
• Be responsible for all aspects of classroom management e.g. Care of equipment with resources well-labelled and accessible. Maintain a tidy, well organised room.
• Create an interesting and lively classroom which promotes independent learning.
• Collaborate with Principal and staff in establishing and developing effective pupil assessment procedures and moderation portfolios. Keep appropriate records of achievement for each child in class and provide reports as necessary.
• Build positive links between yourself and parents of children in your care.
• Guide, motivate and monitor classroom helpers in carrying out their tasks.

As Team Member, to:

• Collaborate with staff in long term planning.
• Take corporate responsibility for displays throughout the school.
• Share management and delivery of assemblies.
• Offer and receive advice and guidance on issues which affect the whole school’s performance and thos.
• Share your expertise.
• Participate in appraisal procedures and in-service training that provide personal, professional and career development.

Qualifications:

• At least 2 – 5 years relevant professional teaching experience in early childhood;
• The candidate should hold a minimum of a Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood or Education or equivalent, which is obtained from a recognised University or College involving not less than 3 years full time study;
• Teachers Certificates, Diplomas or other Teacher Accreditation courses and certification are required if the applicant’s degree is not in Education;
• IB PYP course and training are highly valued;
• Knowledge of or willingness to acquire knowledge of inquiry based learning is required;
• Applicants must provide original copies of their Certificates and academic transcripts for authentication;
• International experience, especially in Asia is highly regarded;