Preschool Assistant Teacher

PAP Community Foundation; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused educational organization in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Teacher to create a secure learning environment for children aged 2 months to 6 years. The ideal candidate will implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum, build trusting relationships with children and families, and participate actively in collaborative community projects. Qualifications include a Fundamentals in Early Childhood Care and Education Certificate. The role emphasizes holistic development and continuous professional growth.

Qualifications

• Engagement in continuous learning and reflective practice.
• Demonstration of ethical behaviour and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Create a secure and quality learning environment for children.
• Support holistic development through a culturally appropriate curriculum.
• Foster trusting relationships with families and the community.

Skills

Understanding of child development

Classroom management

Building relationships with children

Education

Fundamentals in Early Childhood Care and Education Certificate

Job description

Age Group of Children: 2 Months – 6 Years Old.

Key Responsibilities (to assist in all duties below):

The Assistant Teacher creates a secure and quality learning environment for children through fostering meaningful relationships with them. He/she supports the holistic development of children through implementing a developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum, and nurturing trusting and respectful relationships with children. The Assistant Teacher is intentional in building partnerships with parents and families, and actively engages in centre initiatives to support its collaborative efforts with the community. He/she works closely with colleagues and contributes to a culture of collaboration and collegiality. As an early childhood educator, the Assistant Teacher engages in continuous learning and reflective practice.

Developing the Child Holistically

Child Development

• Apply understanding of how children (birth to age 8) learn and develop

Curriculum & Pedagogy

• Evaluate teaching and learning approaches aligned to Curriculum Frameworks
• Apply classroom management strategies, and strategies to observe and document children’s learning
• Inculcate the core values of early childhood education through classroom activities and programmes

Learning Environment

• Set up quality learning environments

Interactions & Relationships

• Foster trusting, respectful relationships with children through positive interactions with them
• Guide the development and enhancement of self-awareness, self-regulation, social awareness and confidence in children

Health, Safety & Nutrition

• Adhere to health, safety, nutritional and hygiene standards and procedures

Collaborating with Families and Community

Family & Community Partnerships

• Establish home-centre partnerships
• Engage in collaborative projects with community stakeholders

Building Professional Capacity

Professional Mastery

• Engage in continuous learning and reflective practice

Professional Values & Ethics

• Demonstrate ethical behaviour and professionalism

Building Organisational Capacity

Teamwork & Collaboration

• Collaborate with colleagues to foster positive workplace relations
• Engage in centre initiatives and programmes

Visioning & Planning

• Demonstrate understanding of the centre’s vision, mission and values

Job Holder Requirements:

• Qualification: Fundamentals in Early Childhood Care and Education Certificate.

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