English Preschool Teacher

Guidepost Montessori; Singapore; On-site; SGD 33,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori Singapore seeks an enthusiastic early childhood educator to lead a model classroom within our growing network of Montessori preschools. You will maintain a prepared environment, deliver sequential lessons, and ensure safety and developmentally appropriate practice for children from 0 to 18 months.

The role requires a degree in Early Childhood Education, fluent English, passion for Montessori, and a growth mindset.

Qualifications

• Degree in Early Childhood Education (major)
• Fluent English speaker
• Experience with children aged 0–18 months
• Passion for Montessori education
• Growth mindset and problem-solving approach
• LON (L1/L2) from ECDA indicating qualification to teach in Singapore
• MACTE Montessori credentials is a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead a Montessori model classroom following Guidepost Montessori standards
• Provide exceptional parent communication and engagement
• Create a strong community on campus through meetings and events
• Collaborate with guides and school leadership to maintain high-quality programming

Skills

Fluent English

Infant experience

Growth mindset

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor in Early Childhood Education

ECDA LON (L1/L2)

MACTE Montessori credential

Job description

Company Overview

Guidepost Global Education (GGE) is one of the largest operators of Montessori schools worldwide, with over 100 schools globally, dedicated to transforming education to better serve families everywhere – children and parents. In Asia, GGE offers programs for children ages 0-12 through an extensive network of 27 campuses spanning Hong Kong, Singapore, Bali, and key cities in Mainland China. GGE currently operates schools under the Guidepost & Nest Preschool brands. We are a rapidly growing network of quality preschools in Singapore.

Learn more at https://guideposteducation.com/ or https://nestpreschool.sg/

Core Job Responsibilities

Lead a Model Classroom

• Maintain an orderly and clean Montessori prepared environment in accordance to Guidepost Montessori standards
• Provide close supervision to children, always making sure they are safe, and the group is in compliance with city-mandated teacher to child ratios
• Work closely with other Guide(s) to ensure a high-quality Montessori programming is established and maintained
• Present sequential Montessori lessons in accordance with the Guidepost Montessori program standards
• Observe each child, regularly document his or her progress, strengths, interests, and areas for improvement, and apply your knowledge of Montessori principles to ensure each child's individual needs are met
• Interact with children in a warm, joyful, respectful manner that fosters their independence
• Implement feedback provided by other Guides, your Montessori Mentor, and your Head of School
• Problem-solve challenging student concerns with other Guides, your Montessori Mentor, and your Head of School
• Open classroom to regular parent tours
• Open classroom to observation by parents and other staff members

Provide Exceptional Customer Service to Parents

• Communicate regularly with each parent in an individualized manner using approved communication tools provided by Guidepost Montessori (i.e. email, photo-sharing software, newsletters, etc).
• Provide cumulative, formal feedback to parents on student progress, which might include twice-yearly parent-teacher conferences, progress reports, and/or portfolio preparation. Meet with parents on an individualized basis to discuss and resolve student issues as they arise

Create a Strong Community on Campus

• Participate in regular team meetings
• Participate in one-on-one meetings with your school leader and Montessori Mentor
• Participate in community outreach, classroom celebrations, and parent information events
• Actively participate and pursue annual professional development

Qualifications

To be considered for this role, all applicants must possess one of the following credentials:

• Degree in (Early childhood) Education major
• Fluent English Speaker
• Experience working with children of the appropriate age group (0-18 months old)
• Passion for the Montessori method of education
• Growth mindset and problem-solving approach
• LON (L1/L2) from ECDA indicating your qualification to teach in Singapore.
• MACTE ( Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education) Montessori credentials is a plus