(Local/Foreigner) Preschool Teacher

LITTLE FOOTPRINTS PRESCHOOL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known preschool provider in Singapore is seeking passionate Preschool Teachers to care for and educate preschool-aged children. Responsibilities include planning engaging programs, maintaining accurate progress reports, and building partnerships with parents. The ideal candidates should have a relevant diploma, experience in preschool teaching, and excellent interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Care Education or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in preschool teaching.
• First Aid Certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement the program for the class.
• Create stimulating learning environments.
• Keep accurate records of children's progress.
• Maintain close partnership with parents.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Passion for teaching

Tolerance toward children

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Care Education

Certifications in Early Childhood Care Education

Job description

Overview

Preschool teachers have a significant role to play in the care and education of the preschool-aged children and toddlers at the Centre because of the direct involvement, close proximity and extent of interaction between the teachers and the children under their charge.

Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise and implement the programme for the class in accordance with centre’s policies and framework.
• Prepare and implement the programs and age-appropriate teaching aids.
• Set up and create a stimulating and engaging pleasant learning environment that promotes learning.
• Keep accurate records of children’s progress and address the children's educational and developmental needs individually.
• Complete progress reports on children for each semester and prepare a developmental portfolio for each child.
• Communicate with the parents by writing comments on the child's well-being, progress, etc. in the Parents-Teacher Communication Booklet. Check this Communication Booklet daily for messages, and/or comments from the parents.
• Build and maintain close partnership with parents.
• Responsible for all aspects of classroom management and carry out routine care duties to ensure safety and hygiene of the children.
• Work closely with the other teaching staff in the class in carrying out the duties.
• To undertake other related duties as and when assigned.

Job Requirements

• Diploma in Early Childhood Care Education / Diploma in Early Childhood Education
• Certifications in Early Childhood Care Education (DPT/CPT/DPL/CIT/ACEY)
• Para Educators or Educators - Possess Fundamentals or Certificate in Preschool teaching
• First Aid Certification will be an advantage
• Minimum 1 year of experience in teaching in a childcare/preschool
• High tolerance toward children; passionate in teaching
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills