Learning Support Educator

Buddhist Compassion Relief Tzu-Chi Foundation (Singapore); Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Singapore seeks a Learning Support Educator to support children with diverse learning needs. You will design individualized plans and collaborate with educators to foster growth in cognitive and emotional skills. The ideal candidate holds relevant qualifications and is passionate about holistic child development.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with mild learning or behavioural needs in a preschool setting.
• Strong knowledge of child development and inclusive practices.
• Warm, patient, and reflective educator valued for holistic development.

Responsibilities

• Observe children’s learning and development for additional needs.
• Design and implement Individual Education Plans for students.
• Communicate regularly with parents about children's progress.

Skills

Inclusive education and early intervention

Social-emotional and character development

Behaviour and emotional regulation support

Team collaboration

Excellent communication

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education – Teaching (DECCE-T)

Advanced Certificate in Learning Support (ACLS)

Specialist Diploma in Learning Support (SDLS)

Diploma in Special Education (DISE)

Job description

Overview

We believe that every child deserves to grow with joy, confidence, and purpose. As a Learning Support Educator (LSE), you will play a key role in supporting children with diverse learning and developmental needs through individualised care, inclusive practices, and values-based education.

You will work closely with teachers, parents, and specialists to nurture each child’s potential — not only academically, but also in character, life skills, and emotional well-being. This role aligns with ECDA’s Developmental Support-Learning Support (DS-LS) Framework and supports our centre’s mission of holistic education.

Key Responsibilities

• Observe children’s learning and development to identify early signs of additional needs.
• Conduct informal observations and developmental check-ins to support early intervention planning.
• Design and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) or Individual Support Plans (ISPs) focusing on both learning and personal growth.
• Provide individual or small-group learning support to strengthen cognitive, social, and emotional skills.
• Collaborate with teachers to differentiate lessons and adapt activities for inclusion during play, exploration, and project work.
• Encourage positive behaviours, empathy, and self-regulationaligned with our character and life education framework.
• Communicate regularly with parents, sharing progress and practical home strategies for continued support.
• Partner with external professionals for multidisciplinary support.
• Maintain documentation and progress reports in accordance with ECDA standards.
• Contribute to a warm, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every child feels seen, valued, and capable.

Requirements

• Minimum qualification: Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education – Teaching (DECCE-T) or equivalent, recognised by ECDA.
• Preferred qualifications:
  • Advanced Certificate in Learning Support (ACLS)
  • Specialist Diploma in Learning Support (SDLS)
  • Diploma in Special Education (DISE)
• Experience supporting children with mild learning or behavioural needs in a preschool setting.
• Strong knowledge of child development, inclusive practices, and values-based teaching.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with teachers and families.
• Warm, patient, and reflective educator who values holistic child development.

Key Competencies

• Inclusive education and early intervention
• Social-emotional and character development
• Behaviour and emotional regulation support
• Team collaboration and professional integrity
• Parent partnership and communication
• Reflective and empathetic practice