Teaching Assistant (half-day)

DREAMKIDS KINDERGARTEN @ EAST GATE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading kindergarten in Singapore is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support the Lead Teacher in fostering an engaging and nurturing learning environment for young children. Responsibilities include assisting in lesson delivery, classroom management, and maintaining communication with parents. Ideal candidates should possess an Early Childhood Certificate and have a caring, patient demeanor while enjoying working with children.

Qualifications

• Minimum Early Childhood Certificate or WSQ Fundamentals in Early Childhood Care & Education preferred.
• Experience in childcare, preschool, or enrichment settings an advantage.
• Bilingual ability (English/Chinese or others) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Teacher in implementing daily lesson plans and classroom activities.
• Engage children through guided play, storytelling, and hands-on exploration.
• Observe and support individual children's needs under the guidance of Lead Teacher.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Caring disposition

Adaptability

Education

Early Childhood Certificate

WSQ Fundamentals in Early Childhood Care & Education

Job description

Role Summary

The Teaching Assistant supports the Lead Teacher in creating a nurturing, safe, and engaging learning environment for children. This role involves assisting in lesson delivery, caregiving routines, classroom management, and maintaining open communication with children, staff, and parents.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Teacher in implementing daily lesson plans and classroom activities.
• Assist in supervising children during class, transitions, outdoor play, and routine times (e.g., snack, toileting).
• Engage children meaningfully through guided play, storytelling, and hands-on exploration.
• Help prepare and clean up teaching materials and classroom resources.
• Observe and support individual children’s needs under the guidance of the Lead Teacher.
• Maintain a safe and hygienic classroom environment.
• Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and school events when required.
• Build warm, trusting relationships with children and parents.

Requirements

• Minimum Early Childhood Certificate or WSQ Fundamentals in Early Childhood Care & Education preferred
• Experience in childcare, preschool, or enrichment settings an advantage
• A caring and patient disposition
• Enjoys working with young children and is sensitive to their needs
• Willingness to learn and support classroom routines
• Good teamwork and communication skills
• Physically fit and able to manage active young children

Desirable Qualities

• Basic understanding of early childhood development
• Positive, responsible, and dependable
• Flexible and adaptable to the daily needs of the class
• Bilingual ability (English/Chinese or others) is a plus