GGE SG | Relief Teacher

Guidepost Global Education Asia; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Guidepost Global Education Asia is seeking a Relief Teacher in Singapore to support the classroom in the absence of the regular teacher. This role ensures safety, supervises children, and maintains a high-quality Montessori environment.

The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications, including the necessary certifications, and a passion for the Montessori teaching method. Fluent English or Mandarin proficiency is required, along with experience with young children.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid first aid certificate or willingness to obtain.
• Native or fluent proficiency in English or Mandarin required.
• Experience working with children aged 6 months – 6 years.

Responsibilities

• Ensure close supervision of children for safety.
• Interact with children respectfully to foster independence.
• Maintain a clean and safe Montessori environment.
• Prepare the classroom daily for student activities.
• Observe and report relevant child observations.

Skills

Supervision and safety compliance

Warm and respectful child interaction

Montessori environment maintenance

Child observation and communication

Education

Certificate in Infant and Toddler Care and Development (CIT)

Registered with ECDA

Job description

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.

The Relief Teacher steps in to support the classroom team in the absence of the regular Guide. This role ensures continuity of care, supervision, and a high-quality Montessori environment. The Relief Teacher works closely with Classroom Guides and Assistant Guides to maintain routines, safety, and positive child interactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide close supervision to children, ensuring safety and compliance with ECDA teacher-child ratio requirements
• Interact with children in a warm, joyful, respectful manner that fosters independence
• Assist in maintaining a meticulously clean, orderly, and safe Montessori-prepared environment
• Perform prep-work to ensure the classroom is ready for students daily
• Observe children and share relevant observations with the Lead Guide
• Redirect children as necessary to protect presentations and peers’ concentration
• Follow daily routines including mealtimes, toileting/diapering, and naptime with dignity and respect
• Ensure interactions with the team about routine issues or anecdotes from the child’s day are positive and upbeat
• Communicate any significant student issues or parent concerns to the Classroom Guide or Head of School

Qualifications

• Certificate in Infant and Toddler Care and Development (CIT) / Higher Certificate in Infant Care (HCIC) / Advanced Certificate in Early Years (ACEY) or equivalent
• Registered with ECDA and hold a valid first aid certificate (or willing to obtain)
• Native or fluent proficiency in English or Mandarin (depending on which language role the relief teacher is covering)
• Experience working with children aged 6 months – 6 years
• Passion for or desire to learn the Montessori method of education
• Growth mindset and problem-solving approach
• Able to work as part of a team, sharing skills, resources, and equipment with other staff members