Teaching Assistant

NEST PRESCHOOL UBI PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading preschool operator in Singapore is seeking a passionate early childhood educator. The role involves classroom care and child supervision, with a strong focus on fostering a supportive community for children and parents. Candidates should possess a degree in Early Childhood Education and be native English or Mandarin speakers. Fresh graduates are welcome to apply. This role offers opportunities for professional development and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Fresh graduates are considered, must have experience with children aged 6 months-6 years.
• Must be a native English/Mandarin speaker.
• Willingness to learn the Montessori method.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and prepared classroom environment.
• Provide close supervision to ensure children's safety.
• Communicate positively with parents about children's activities.
• Participate in community outreach and professional development.

Skills

Child supervision

Communication with parents

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Montessori method

Education

College degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Who We Are:

Guidepost Global Education (GGE) is one of the largest operators of Montessori schools in Asia, dedicated to transforming education to better serve families everywhere – children and parents. GGE offers programs for children ages 0-12 through an extensive network of 27 campuses spanning Hong Kong, Singapore, Bali, and key cities in Mainland China. GGE currently operates schools under the Guidepost & Nest Preschool brands. We are a rapidly growing network of quality preschools in Singapore.

Core Job Responsibilities

Classroom Care & Child Supervision

• Maintain a meticulously clean and orderly prepared environment
• Perform prep-work to ensure classroom environment is ready for students on a daily basis
• Provide close supervision to children, always making sure they are safe
• Interact with children in a warm, joyful, respectful manner that fosters their independence
• Observe children and share your observations with Lead Guides
• Redirect children as necessary to protect Guides’ presentation time and peers’ concentration, and to maintain a peaceful and productive learning environment
• Implement feedback provided by Lead Guides, your Head of School, and your regional Montessori Mentor

Support Creation of Strong School Community

• Ensure interactions with parents about routine issues or anecdotes from the child’s day are positive and upbeat
• Ensure any information about significant student issues or parent concerns are communicated to the Lead Guide, so that (s)he can communicate directly with parents
• Problem-solve challenging student issues with Lead Guides
• Participate in regular staff meetings
• Participate in one-on-one meetings with supervisor
• Participate in community outreach, classroom celebrations, and parent education events
• Actively participate and pursue annual professional development

Qualifications

• College degree in (Early childhood) Education major. Fresh graduate will be considered
• Native English / Mandarin Speaker
• Experience working with children of the appropriate age group (6 months-6 years)
• Passion for or desire to learn the Montessori method of education
• Growth mindset and problem-solving approach
• Abel to work as part of a team, sharing skills, resources, and equipment with other staff members.
• Undertake additional related duties as assigned.