Mandarin Speech and Drama Teacher

Eton House International Education House; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international education provider in Singapore seeks a qualified individual to develop and implement a Performing Arts programme supporting children's learning through inquiry. The role requires at least 3 years of relevant experience and a degree in education or performing arts. Candidates should possess excellent interpersonal skills and a passion for fostering creativity in young learners.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years relevant experience in planning and developing performing Arts programme for young children.

Responsibilities

• Develop a Performing Arts programme supporting class inquiries.
• Create opportunities for children to express themselves in various forms.
• Document children’s learning and maintain high teaching standards.

Skills

Experience in working with children

Excellent interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in education with a major in performing arts

Degree in performing arts

Job description

Overview

Job Description

• Work collaboratively with children, teachers and the community of EtonHouse to develop a Performing Arts programme that supports and deepens the learning that is taking place through class initiated inquiries.
• Work closely with the classroom teachers to connect directly with the class inquiries and be flexible and open to change and new ideas as they emerge in their work alongside the children.
• Create a variety of opportunities for children to express themselves and make discoveries using the symbolic languages of dance, drama, music and movement.
• Meet regularly with the class teachers and curriculum coordinator to discuss ideas and connections to the current inquiries.
• Maintain a high standard of teaching practice and professionalism.
• Undertake continued professional development and share the scope of Performing Arts with the school community.
• Document children’s learning making connections to the curriculum. For example; portfolio entries, newsletters, community display boards.
• Coordinate a showcase of the Performing Arts through an annual community event.
• Attend weekly planning and staff meetings.
• Manage and develop pre-school resources and materials for Performing Arts programme.

Requirements

• A degree in education with a major in performing arts, or a degree in performing arts.
• Experience in working with children.
• At least 3 years relevant experience in planning and developing performing Arts programme for young children.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

About EtonHouse International Education Group

EtonHouse emphasises child-led learning, fostering happiness, engagement, open-mindedness, critical thinking, and a lifelong love for learning. Our inquiry-based pedagogy, established 30 years ago, has made us a leader in education, offering a comprehensive K-12 pathway from Infant Care to High School in Singapore and 9 other countries. The group also manage E-Bridge, part of Singapore's Anchor Operator Scheme for affordable Pre-Schools, and Middleton International School, an affordable through-train international school.

Founded in 1995