Infant Educator

NEST PRESCHOOL UBI PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading preschool organization in Singapore is seeking a dedicated caregiver to provide responsive and respectful care to infants. The ideal candidate will have relevant certifications and experience working with infants, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. Opportunities for professional development are available, along with competitive remuneration and benefits.

Benefits

Attractive remuneration and benefits

Continuous professional development

Positive work culture

Qualifications

• Registration with ECDA and a valid first aid certificate.
• Preferred experience in caring for and working with infants.
• A growth mindset and problem-solving approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide responsive care to infants, ensuring their needs are met.
• Maintain a routine that supports each infant's security and independence.
• Monitor and support each child's development through observation.

Skills

Caring for infants

Proficiency in English

Problem-solving

Education

Certificate in Infant and Toddler Care and Development

Higher Certificate in Infant Care

Advanced Certificate in Early Years

Job description

Who We Are:

Cosmic Education Group (Cosmic) is one of the largest operators of preschools globally, dedicated to transforming education to better serve families everywhere – children and parents. Cosmic offers programs for children ages 0-12 through an extensive network of 25 campuses in Asia spanning Hong Kong, Singapore, Bali, and key cities in Mainland China, along with 80+ campuses in the US.

Cosmic operates our schools under the Nest Preschool brand in Singapore and Guidepost Montessori brand across the rest of Asia and the US.

We are a rapidly growing network of quality preschools in Singapore, offering abundant opportunities for career advancement. We pride ourselves on our:

• Positive Work Culture
• Continuous Professional Development (including sponsorship for international Montessori training)
• Attractive Remuneration and Benefits

Key Requirements:

• Certificate in Infant and Toddler Care and Development (CIT) / Higher Certificate in Infant Care (HCIC) / Advanced Certificate in Early Years (ACEY)
• Registration with ECDA and a valid first aid certificate
• Preferred experience in caring for and working with infants
• Strong proficiency in English or Chinese (our programs are delivered in a dual-language environment, in both English and Chinese)
• A growth mindset and a problem-solving approach

Scope of Responsibilities:

• Provide responsive and reciprocal care to infants, ensuring that their basic needs (feeding, diapering, napping) are met with dignity and respect.
• Maintain a consistent routine that aligns with Montessori principles, supporting each infant’s sense of security and independence.
• Monitor and support each child's development through sensitive observation and thorough documentation.
• Sustain an orderly, clean, and safe Montessori-prepared environment that adheres to established standards.
• Ensure hygiene and safety by regularly sanitizing play and feeding areas, practicing proper handwashing, and following health regulations.
• Collaborate closely with other Guides to establish and maintain high-quality Montessori programming.
• Communicate with parents through our online portal.
• Actively contribute to events, outings, field trips, newsletters, and more.
• Work as part of a team, sharing skills, resources, and equipment with other staff members.
• Undertake additional related duties as assigned.