Educator (Early Years / Preschool) - English

St. Joseph's Institution International School; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed educational institution in Singapore is seeking an Early Childhood Educator to nurture young children's development and implement innovative educational practices. Responsibilities include planning activities, conducting parent-teacher conferences, and collaborating with other educators. The ideal candidate holds a relevant degree and possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills. The role is pivotal in fostering a nurturing environment for children and their families.

Qualifications

• Degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent required.
• Certified by Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA) as an L2 teacher.
• Committed to the education and nurturing of young children.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement child-centred activities.
• Conduct parent-teacher conferences regularly.
• Ensure compliance with ECDA licensing requirements.

Skills

Fluent in English

Good people skills

Team player

Understanding of diverse cultures

Education

Degree in Early Childhood Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education (Teaching)

Diploma in Child Psychology & Early Education

Job description

Job Overview

Responsible for Children and Families (New and Existing), Teacher Aides - where applicable

Primary Function

Responsible to the Head of Nursery and/or Kindergarten (in consultation with the Head of School) and works collaboratively with other educators in implementing best practices through quality and innovative curriculum and programmes and operational aspects of the centre for the children and their families in the class/school.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Plans and implements innovative and child‑centred activities based on the school’s curriculum framework and outcomes that demonstrates best practices in Early Childhood Education within the parameters of teaching procedures and strategies.
• Submit Weekly Activity Plans one week in advance to the Head of Nursery and/or Kindergarten, displayed at the entrance of the classroom by the morning of the 1st working day of the week.
• Submit Weekly Evaluations by the following week to the Head of Nursery and/or Kindergarten, reviewing learning that took place the week before.
• Plans set up appropriate learning environments for the class/school.
• Holds regular meetings / discussions with all the other educators and programme staff to discuss, brainstorm, clarify, agree on, resolve, and act on curriculum‑related matters.
• Deals with class / school administration, e.g., ensuring official memos/letters to parents be disseminated, ensuring proper use of class attendance, arranging for children’s weight, height is taken, monitor staff work shift etc in accordance to ECDA licensing requirements and SPARK accreditation benchmarks.
• Conducts parent‑teacher conferences on a regular basis (at least thrice a year) based on observation records, children’s work samples and data collected in each child's learning portfolio and children’s developmental profile.
• Will be expected to share methodologies and strategies and collaborate with ECE fraternity and other authorized persons such as students, researchers etc. in the spirit of showcasing best practices in the field of early childhood education.
• Plans and projects the types of resources, support and training needed for submission to the Head of Nursery and/or Kindergarten.
• Participants in all organization and school‑organised activities.
• Promotes SJI International Preschool’s social mission and objectives through the activities of the school in reaching out to the children, parents, and community.
• Implements SJI International Preschool’s Shared Vision and Mission in motivating staff and leading by example.
• May cover other educators duties in their absence.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Head of School and/or Other Heads (Academic & Operations, Nursery and Kindergarten).

Requirements

• Degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred) or Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education (Teaching) / Diploma in Child Psychology & Early Education or its equivalent.
• Certified by Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA) as an L2 teacher.
• For English Educators; fluent in English Language (spoken and written).
• Good people skills, is a team player and has a strong understanding of diverse cultures.
• Committed to the education and nurturing of young children working in partnership with their families.
• Keen to develop professionally.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.