English Educator

ST. JOSEPH'S INSTITUTION INTERNATIONAL PRESCHOOL LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

St Joseph's Institution International Preschool in Singapore seeks a dynamic, conscientious Early Childhood educator to join our team. You will support Nursery/Kindergarten, collaborating with Grade Level Leads to implement a high-quality curriculum and nurture a diverse learning community.

You will plan weekly activities, conduct parent conferences, ensure ECDA/SPARK standards, and contribute to a respectful, collaborative school culture with families and staff.

Qualifications

• Degree in Early Childhood Education or Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education or equivalent.
• ECDA L2 teaching certification for Singapore education landscape.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
• Good people skills and ability to work in a diverse, collaborative team.
• Committed to nurturing young children and partnering with families.
• Willingness to develop professionally.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement child-centered activities aligned with the curriculum framework.
• Submit weekly activity plans to Grade Level Lead by the start of each week.
• Prepare weekly evaluations based on observed progress and portfolio data.
• Organize learning environments conducive to exploration and growth.
• Participate in regular meetings to discuss curriculum and programme development.
• Communicate with parents through memos and conferences as required.
• Coordinate with staff to ensure attendance, health checks, and administrative tasks per ECDA licensing and SPARK accreditation.

Skills

Early Childhood Education

Teamwork

Cultural awareness

Education

Degree in Early Childhood Education

ECDA L2 teacher qualification

Job description

St Joseph's Institution International Preschool, a Catholic & Lasallian school that provides a quality international education for a diverse student body, rooted in the community of Singapore, is seeking a dynamic, conscientious and proactive individual to join us.

Applicant will be responsible for Children and Families (New and Existing), Teacher Aides - where applicable

Work Address: 49A Holland Road, Singapore 258851

Primary Function

Responsible to the Grade Level Lead - Nursery and/or Kindergarten (in consultation with the PS Principal) 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

1. 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.
2. Submit Weekly Activity Plans one week in advance to the Grade Level Lead - Nursery and/or Kindergarten, displayed at the entrance of the classroom by the morning of the 1st working day of the week.
3. Submit Weekly Evaluations by the following week to the Grade Level Lead - Nursery and/or Kindergarten, reviewing learning that took place the week before.
4. Plans set up appropriate learning environments for the class/school.
5. 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.
6. Deals with class / school administration, eg. 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.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. Plans and projects the types of resources, support and training needed for submission to the Grade Level Lead - Nursery and/or Kindergarten.
10. Participants in all organization and school-organised activities
11. Promotes SJI International Preschool's social mission and objectives through the activities of the school in reaching out to the children, parents, and community.
12. Implements SJI International Preschool's Shared Vision and Mission in motivating staff and leading by example.
13. May covers other educators duties in their absence.
14. Performs other related duties as assigned by the Head of School and/or Other Heads (Vice Principals, Grade Level Leads).

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 a 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.