Early Childhood Educator

Playtime Culture Pte., Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A private childcare agency in Singapore is looking for a professional Early Childhood Educator to provide nurturing care and lead educational activities for twin infants. The role emphasizes developmental milestones, outdoor play, and communication with parents. The ideal candidate should have a relevant diploma, at least five years of experience, and knowledge of early childhood development practices. Competitive benefits including meals during working hours and health insurance are provided.

Benefits

Meals provided during working hours

Health insurance coverage

Paid leave and public holidays

Opportunities for ongoing training

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ experience working with infants/toddlers.
• ECDA-certified (L1 or L2) preferred.
• Strong understanding of infant milestones.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct daily learning and play activities for infants.
• Support language and motor skills development through play.
• Document and share monthly developmental milestones with parents.
• Organize daily outdoor excursions to enrich exploration.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Observation skills

Planning skills

Knowledge of baby-led weaning

Familiarity with Singapore's Early Years Development Framework

Education

Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Care and Education

Tools

Infant CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

In-Home Early Childhood Educator (for Twin Infants)
Location: Singapore (Private Residence)
Working Hours: Weekdays, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (occasional overnight travel for field trips)

Job Highlights

• Home-based educator role for twin 9-month-old infants
• Strong focus on developmental milestones, outdoor play, and experiential learning
• Supportive household with two domestic helpers and competitive benefits

Job Description

We are seeking a professional Early Childhood Educator to provide nurturing, research-informed care and learning for twin infants in a private home. The educator will design and lead age-appropriate developmental activities to support language, motor, cognitive, and socio-emotional growth, in line with Singapore’s early childhood best practices and frameworks.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and conduct daily learning and play activities that promote holistic infant development.
• Support language development, fine and gross motor skills, sensory play, and early problem-solving through play-based approaches.
• Organize daily outdoor excursions (e.g. playgrounds, parks, neighbourhood walks) and weekly field trips to enrich exploration.
• Prepare and submit weekly activity and development plans tailored to the twins’ developmental stage.
• Identify, monitor, and document monthly developmental milestones, and share progress reports with parents.
• Develop baby-led weaning and nutrition plans (no cooking required), aligned with infant nutrition guidelines.
• Coordinate with two full-time domestic helpers for logistics, set-up, clean-up, and safety during activities, outings, and travel.
• Maintain a safe, stimulating, and organised environment for learning and play.
• Keep up to date with child psychology, child development, and early childhood education research, and apply evidence-based practices.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) / Early Childhood Development (ECD) or equivalent, preferably on ECDA’s recognised qualifications list.
• ECDA-certified (L1 or L2) preferred.
• At least 5 years’ experience working with infants/toddlers in preschool, childcare, or early intervention settings.
• Familiarity with Singapore’s Early Years Development Framework (EYDF) / NEL principles, infant milestones, and play-based learning.
• Knowledge of baby-led weaning, infant nutrition, and feeding safety.
• Infant CPR and First Aid certification from an ECDA- or MOM-recognised provider.
• Up-to-date vaccinations as recommended by MOH for those working with young children.
• Strong communication, observation, and planning skills; comfortable working closely with parents and within a household team (including domestic helpers).

Benefits

• Meals provided during working hours
• Health insurance coverage
• Paid leave and public holidays
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development in early childhood education