Preschool Principal (East) - WCDT

WECRUIT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

WECRUIT PTE. LTD. in Singapore is seeking a Preschool Leader to provide strategic leadership and vision for the preschool. The role involves ensuring compliance with ECDA licensing requirements, overseeing curriculum planning, and leading teaching staff.

Qualified candidates should possess an ECDA-recognised diploma or equivalent, with a minimum of 3 years of teaching experience, including 2 years in a leadership role. Building a supportive environment for holistic development of children is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of teaching experience in early childhood education.
• At least 2 years in a leadership or management role within a preschool setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and vision for the preschool.
• Ensure compliance with ECDA licensing requirements and quality standards.
• Oversee curriculum planning and implementation.
• Lead, mentor, and develop teaching staff.
• Manage enrolment and parent communication.
• Drive continuous improvement in teaching practices.
• Ensure a safe and supportive environment for children's development.

Skills

Strong knowledge of ECDA and MOE frameworks

Excellent leadership

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Operations management

Budget management

Staff performance management

Passion for early childhood education

Problem-solving abilities

Decision-making abilities

Education

ECDA-recognised Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education – Leadership (DECCE-L) or equivalent

Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and vision for the preschool.

• Ensure compliance with ECDA licensing requirements and quality standards.

• Oversee curriculum planning and implementation aligned with MOE and ECDA guidelines.

• Lead, mentor, and develop teaching staff to maintain high standards of pedagogy.

• Manage enrolment, parent communication, and community engagement.

• Oversee budgeting, resource allocation, and operational efficiency.

• Drive continuous improvement in teaching practices and school culture.

• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for children’s holistic development.

Requirements

• Qualifications:

  • ECDA-recognised Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education – Leadership (DECCE-L) or equivalent.
  • Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.

• Experience:

  • Minimum 3 years of teaching experience in early childhood education.
  • At least 2 years in a leadership or management role within a preschool setting.

• Skills & Competencies:

  • Strong knowledge of ECDA and MOE frameworks.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage operations, budgets, and staff performance.
  • Passion for early childhood education and child development.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision‑making abilities.

• Other Requirements:

  • Must meet ECDA’s regulatory requirements for centre leadership.
  • Commitment to continuous professional development.