Early Childhood Programme Facilitator

Yong-en Care Centre; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community care center in Singapore seeks an individual for childminding education for children aged 3-8. The role involves planning and implementing educational programs, conducting caregiving assessments, and fostering relationships with stakeholders. Candidates should have a Certificate or Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education and strong communication skills in multiple languages. Passion for community service is essential.

Qualifications

• Entry level 'A' level / Certificate / Diploma holder in Early Childhood Care & Education.
• Experience preferred in childcare or student care.
• Excellent communication skills in English, Mandarin, Malay, and local languages.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement curriculum and programmes.
• Conduct caregiving assessments and provide necessary caregiving.
• Build stakeholder relationships and coordinate activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Creativity

Proactivity

Client-centric approach

Education

Certificate/Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education

Tools

MS365

Job description

The incumbent is responsible for facilitating the extended childminding educational programme for children aged 3 to 8 years old as part of a team, and also assists in overseeing other children-related programmes in Yong-en Care Centre.

Job Responsibilities

1.1 Plan and implement curriculum and programmes

• Develop lesson plans and teaching materials and deliver lessons for children between 3 and 8 years old
• Implement classroom management strategies and enhance the learning environment with developmentally appropriate learning materials and resources
• Support alignment of teaching and learning approaches to curricula frameworks
• Engage children meaningfully in accordance with the curriculum and pedagogical frameworks
• Review and document children’s learning and development progress, goals and family priorities
• Apply the health, safety, nutritional and hygiene practices in accordance with standards and procedures
• Conduct learning needs assessment

1.2 Uplift professional practice of teaching

• Identifying new teaching and learning approaches based on emerging teaching and/or sector trends and implement appropriate classroom management strategies
• Participate in professional development and service quality improvement activities

1.3 Conduct routine caregiving

• Conduct caregiving assessment
• Provide caregiving in accordance with standards and procedures
• Identify areas for improvements in caregiving

1.4 Build stakeholder relationships and partnerships

• Coordinate class-based activities with a multi-disciplinary team and volunteers
• Support the implementation of centre initiatives and programmes and outreach activities to promote Centre programmes and services
• Train, guide and support volunteers in executing programme activities
• Collaborate with FSS staff and families to ensure continuity of care and learning between the home and the Centre
• Propose areas for improvements for family and community initiatives and programmes

1.5 Others

• Attend to public enquiries
• Maintain proper records and prepare reports
• Undertake any other projects or duties assigned

2.0 Requirements for the position:

• Entry level “A” level / Certificate / Diploma holder in Early Childhood Care & Education with childcare or student care experience preferred. Passionate about working with children 3-8 years old from disadvantaged family backgrounds
• Patient, thoughtful, calm and resilient
• Creative, proactive, responsible, and client-centric
• High integrity, strong team player, passionate about working with children and parents
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and able to converse in English, Mandarin, Malay and local languages
• Proficiency in MS365
• Able to commit to working at least 3 days on weekdays (3pm – 10pm) including some weekends alongside a multi-disciplinary team and volunteers
• Passionate to serve in the communities served by YCC.

We regret that only candidates who meet the requirements and are shortlisted will be notified.