Deputy Preschool Principal (Centre Leader)

CATHOLIC PRESCHOOL EDUCATION (SINGAPORE) LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in early childhood education is seeking a dedicated principal for their preschool. This pivotal role involves overseeing daily operations, implementing educational curriculums, and fostering a culture of excellence in teaching. Ideal candidates are passionate leaders with the required educational qualifications and a commitment to childhood development.

Qualifications

• Accredited Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education required.
• Advanced Certificate in Early Years (ACEY) is an advantage.
• Must have prior leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop culture of high early childhood standards and excellence.
• Ensure smooth daily operations and lead curriculum implementation.
• Maintain communication with parents and support staff.

Skills

Excellent communications and interpersonal skills

Staff supervision and evaluation experience

Knowledge of early childhood / developmental learning

Inclusive educational leadership

Awareness of Early Years Developmental Framework (EYDF)

Leadership experience

Education

Accredited Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education

Advanced Certificate in Early Years (ACEY)

Tools

IT applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

Job description

At Little Shepherds’ Schoolhouse, we form the bridge that connects the learning of today to the purpose of the future. If you are as passionate about early childhood education and as committed to achieving positive outcomes as we are, we want you

Responsibilities include:

• Develop a culture of high early childhood standard and excellence in teaching and learning.
• Ensure the smooth daily operations of the school.
• Lead the implementation of curriculum and any school improvement plan.
• Support teachers, staff and pupils in engaging in the teaching and learning process.
• Maintain effective communication with parents.
• Implement structures to advance professional learning for teachers and other staff members.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, central office and others.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned.
• Helm the daily operations of the Centre
• Manage the centre budget and oversee the efficient and cost-effective use of centre resources
• Ensure regulatory compliance

Qualifications:

• Accredited Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education
• Advanced Certificate in Early Years (ACEY) an advantage

Skills Set:

• Previous experience in classroom teaching and leadership role.
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in staff supervision and evaluation and in budget development and administration.
• Knowledge of early childhood / developmental learning and growth, behavioural response
• Ability to provide inclusive and effective educational leadership of general and special education instructional programmes.
• Familiar with Early Years Developmental Framework (EYDF) an advantage
• Familiar with IT applications such as Word, Excel and Powerpoint. Other knowledge is an added advantage
• Must have prior leadership experience