Private Early Childhood Educator | Contract | Mon - Fri

SMTP CONSULT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-oriented educational service provider in Singapore is seeking a Private Early Childhood Educator to provide nurturing care for their 2-year-old daughter. This role involves planning engaging play-based activities, supporting daily routines, and facilitating bilingual exposure in English and Mandarin. The ideal candidate will have a relevant educational background and prior experience working with young children. The position emphasizes a nurturing attitude, excellent communication skills, and a strong sense of responsibility in a family setting.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience as a professional early childhood educator or caring for toddlers.
• Ability to implement play-based learning activities effectively.
• Strong sense of responsibility and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide nurturing care for a 2-year-old focusing on development.
• Plan and implement play-based activities.
• Observe and report on developmental progress.
• Facilitate bilingual exposure to English and Mandarin.

Skills

Child development understanding

Communication skills

Patience and creativity

Education

Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Job Overview

We are assisting a high-net-worth family in finding a Private Early Childhood Educator to care for their 2-year-old daughter. The role involves creating an engaging and educational environment tailored to the child’s development.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide nurturing, age-appropriate care and early learning for a 2-year-old child, focusing on cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
• Plan and implement play-based and enrichment activities, including arts, music, sensory, and early literacy/numeracy exercises.
• Support daily routines such as meals, hygiene, nap time, and personal care, promoting healthy habits.
• Observe, document, and report on developmental progress, milestones, and behaviour to parents.
• Facilitate bilingual or dual-language exposure (English and Mandarin) through everyday activities and interaction.
• Organize indoor and outdoor activities to stimulate physical growth, motor skills, and social interaction.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and child-friendly environment, while providing guidance and advice to parents on child development.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field is preferred.
• Prior experience caring for infants or toddlers (0–3 years old) in a structured setting or as a professional early childhood educator.
• Strong understanding of child development stages, age-appropriate activities, and early learning curricula.
• Ability to plan and implement engaging play-based and enrichment activities that support cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth.
• Patience, creativity, and a nurturing attitude, with the ability to adapt to the child’s individual needs.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with both children and parents.
• Professional, reliable, and discreet, with a strong sense of responsibility and confidentiality in a family setting.

EA License Name & License Number: SMTP Consult Pte. Ltd. (23C1754)

EA Personnel Name & Registration Number: Toh Qiu Wei (R23116260)