Preschool English Teacher (ECDA L2) – Nursery

Salary: S$3,000 – S$3,900 per month Employment Type: Full-Time Location: Ang Mo Kio Work Arrangement: On-site About The Role Our client is an established non-profit early childhood centre in Ang Mo Kio looking for an ECDA L2 English Preschool Teacher to take a Nursery class . The centre provides an inclusive, child-centred and relationship-based learning environment inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach. Children are viewed as capable, curious and active participants in their own learning. Teachers observe closely, listen to children's ideas and create meaningful opportunities for them to explore, question, communicate and learn through everyday experiences. This is a hands-on classroom teaching role. The successful teacher should be comfortable taking ownership of a Nursery class, planning and conducting learning experiences, managing daily classroom routines, observing children's development and communicating professionally with parents. Key Responsibilities Take responsibility for the daily teaching and management of a Nursery class

Plan and conduct developmentally appropriate learning experiences for preschool children

Support children's English language, communication and early literacy development

Introduce age-appropriate phonics, vocabulary, storytelling, pre-reading and early writing experiences

Create opportunities for children to explore, investigate, ask questions and express their ideas

Use play, stories, art, music, movement, sensory experiences and hands-on activities to support learning

Observe children's interests, learning, behaviour and development

Use observations to guide lesson planning and respond to individual learning needs

Prepare lesson plans, learning materials, classroom documentation and developmental records

Manage classroom routines, transitions and children's behaviour calmly and appropriately

Build positive, respectful and responsive relationships with children

Maintain a safe, organised and nurturing classroom environment

Communicate professionally with parents regarding children's learning and development

Work closely with fellow educators and centre staff

Participate in centre activities, meetings, training and school events when required

Follow the centre's child-safety, supervision and classroom-management practices

Requirements ECDA L2 English certification , relevant recognised qualification, or clear eligibility for ECDA L2 English certification

Relevant early childhood education qualification recognised by ECDA

Comfortable taking responsibility for a Nursery class

Able to plan and conduct developmentally appropriate preschool lessons

Able to support English language and early literacy development

Able to manage classroom routines and children's behaviour appropriately

Able to observe and document children's learning and development

Able to communicate clearly and professionally with parents and colleagues

Good spoken and written English, as this role is responsible for English language teaching, literacy development, documentation and parent communication

Patient, steady, observant and respectful when working with young children

Comfortable working in a hands-on, community-based preschool environment

Able to work full-time on-site in Ang Mo Kio

Relevant Nursery or preschool classroom experience will be an advantage. Candidates with experience in English language development, phonics, early literacy, lesson planning, classroom management, child observation and parent communication are encouraged to apply. Candidates with less teaching experience may also be considered if they possess the required ECDA L2 English qualification and are able to demonstrate sound classroom fundamentals. About The Environment The centre is an established non-profit, community-based early childhood centre. Its approach places the child at the centre of learning. Teachers are encouraged to listen carefully to children's ideas, observe how they learn and create opportunities for exploration, investigation and meaningful interaction. Learning may take place through play, language, art, music, movement, nature, projects and everyday experiences. The environment is inclusive and relationship-based, with an emphasis on helping children develop confidence, independence, curiosity, communication skills and emotional security. This role may suit an educator who values meaningful relationships with children and is comfortable contributing within a close-knit preschool environment. Working Arrangement Full-time, on-site position in Ang Mo Kio

Predominantly Monday to Friday

Rostered working hours within the centre's operating hours

No regular Saturday roster

Occasional Saturday attendance may be required for scheduled school events such as open houses

Advance notice will be provided when Saturday support is required

Participation in centre meetings, training and other scheduled activities may also be required

Application Interested applicants may apply with an updated resume showing their: Early childhood qualification

ECDA certification

Nursery / preschool teaching experience

Relevant English language and literacy teaching experience

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. This recruitment is handled by First Konnection Pte. Ltd. EA Licence No.: 22C1307 EA Personnel: Ben Chang EA Personnel Registration No.: R23111820