Curriculum Specialist - Odyssey @ Orchard

Busy Bees Asia; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Odyssey is a premium preschool under Busy Bees Singapore, dedicated to delivering high-quality early childhood education. Teaching Staff participate in curriculum design, guide educators, and build engaging learning environments to support young learners.

This role requires a DECCE-T or DEG with a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education, at least 2 years of teaching experience, and strong communication skills to collaborate with families and stakeholders while advancing curriculum development

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education – Teaching (DECCE-T) recognised by ECDA.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant early childhood teaching experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with educators, families, and stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated interest in curriculum development and continuous professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and implementation of age-appropriate curriculum aligned with Odyssey’s educational philosophy.
• Design and implement intentional learning experiences informed by observation, assessment, and reflective practice.
• Support differentiated teaching approaches to meet diverse learning needs.
• Guide educators in positive behaviour management practices.
• Participate in curriculum review, innovation initiatives, and programme enhancement projects.
• Design and maintain engaging learning environments that support children’s development.
• Review and improve classroom environments to ensure alignment with best practices in early childhood education.
• Build positive and professional relationships with families through regular communication.
• Support home-school partnerships and centre engagement initiatives.
• Participate in school events and community-related activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Curriculum development

Early childhood pedagogy

Education

DECCE-T diploma

Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Teaching Staff

Job Description

Odyssey is a premium preschool under Busy Bees Singapore, committed to delivering high-quality, inquiry-based early childhood education. We believe in nurturing confident, curious, and capable learners through research-informed practices and strong professional values.

Key Responsibilities

Curriculum Leadership and Pedagogy

• Lead the planning and implementation of age-appropriate curriculum aligned with Odyssey’s educational philosophy
• Design and implement intentional learning experiences informed by observation, assessment, and reflective practice
• Support differentiated teaching approaches to meet diverse learning needs
• Guide educators in positive behaviour management practices
• Participate in curriculum review, innovation initiatives, and programme enhancement projects
• Design and maintain engaging learning environments that support children’s development
• Review and improve classroom environments to ensure alignment with best practices in early childhood education

Health, Safety and Compliance

• Ensure a safe and healthy learning environment in accordance with regulatory requirements and centre policies
• Support compliance with relevant operational procedures and standards

Mentorship and Professional Development

• Mentor and guide educators to strengthen pedagogical competencies
• Promote collaborative practices and professional growth within the teaching team
• Model professional conduct aligned with early childhood education ethics and organisational values

Family and Community Partnership

• Build positive and professional relationships with families through regular communication
• Support home-school partnerships and centre engagement initiatives
• Participate in school events and community-related activities

Organisational Contribution

• Support the implementation of centre and brand-level goals
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts and innovation projects

Requirements

• Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education – Teaching (DECCE-T) recognised by ECDA
• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
• Minimum 2 years of relevant early childhood teaching experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with educators, families, and stakeholders from diverse backgrounds
• Demonstrated interest in curriculum development and continuous professional growth