Preschool English Teacher (ECDA / Sentosa)

ETONHOUSE PRE-SCHOOL PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An early childhood education institution in Singapore is seeking a dedicated Preschool Teacher to foster a supportive learning environment. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of relevant teaching experience and a recognized degree in Early Childhood Education. Responsibilities include managing classroom activities, developing lesson plans, and engaging with parents to support children's growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 – 5 years relevant teaching experience in early childhood.
• Graduated from a recognised University or College with a relevant degree.
• Knowledge or willingness to learn about inquiry-based learning.

Responsibilities

• Manage the classroom environment and equipment.
• Develop and implement lesson plans in accordance with school policies.
• Foster positive relationships with students and parents.

Skills

Classroom management

Collaborative planning

Communication with parents

Education

Diploma/Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood or Education

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

As Preschool Teacher to:

• Respect and value each child’s social, cultural and religious background and by example, provide mutual respect and tolerance.
• Share in the management of pastoral care, health, welfare and behaviour of all pupils and in particular, those within your designated class group.
• Undertake the teaching of a class in accordance with the school’s agreed policies and guidelines.
• Use a variety of appropriate teaching and caring methods to ensure quality learning takes place.
• Provide planning documents identifying specific learning objectives, differentiated tasks, special needs, extension and assessment, to the Principal or other authorized officer.
• Maintain professional dialogue with colleagues concerning the children, other colleagues and the school. Treat all information with confidentiality.
• Ensure the provision of equal opportunities for all.
• Encourage children to take pride in their own environment and show respect and concern for others, to the benefit of the school as a caring community.
• Be responsible for all aspects of classroom management eg. Care of equipment with resources well‑labelled and accessible. Maintain a tidy, well organised room.
• Create an interesting and lively classroom which promotes independent learning.
• Collaborate with Principal and staff in establishing and developing effective pupil assessment procedures and moderation portfolios. Keep appropriate records of achievement for each child in class and provide reports as necessary.
• Build positive links between yourself and parents of children in your care.
• Guide, motivate and monitor classroom helpers in carrying out their tasks.

As Team Member to:

• Collaborate with staff in long term planning.
• Take corporate responsibility for displays throughout the school.
• Share management and delivery of assemblies.
• Offer and receive advice and guidance on issues which affect the whole school’s performance.
• Share your expertise.
• Participate in appraisal procedures and in‑service training that provide personal, professional and career development.

Qualifications

• At least 2 – 5 years relevant professional teaching experience in early childhood.
• The candidate should hold a minimum of a Diploma/Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood or Education or equivalent, which is obtained from a recognised University or College involving not less than 3 years full‑time study.
• Knowledge of or willingness to acquire knowledge of inquiry based learning is required.
• L2 Certificate