English Teacher

Mulberry Learning @ Clarke Quay is a Reggio Emilia-inspired preschool and infant care centre at The Riverwalk, 20 Upper Circular Road. We care for children from 2 months to 6 years through a bilingual English and Mandarin programme. We see every child as capable, curious and full of potential, and we build learning around their questions, their play and the environment as the "third teacher". We are looking for educators who listen closely to children, document their thinking, and partner warmly with families.

The English Teacher will be a main class teacher to a preschool class (Playgroup to K2), creating an inquiry-based, language-rich environment where children explore, question and express their ideas.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, deliver according to Mulberry curriculum.
• Provide an immersive English environment throughout the day, building children's listening, speaking, early reading and writing skills through stories, conversations, drama and projects.
• Co-teach with the Mandarin Teacher to deliver a balanced bilingual programme.
• Observe and document children's learning through learning stories, portfolios, class displays and newsletters, and complete progress reports each semester.
• Prepare age-appropriate, open-ended materials and keep the classroom organised, attractive and inviting.
• Use positive guidance strategies to support children's behaviour and social-emotional growth.
• Build strong partnerships with parents through regular updates, conferences and centre events.
• Uphold health, safety and child protection standards, and render basic first aid when needed.
• Attend team meetings, planning sessions and professional development, and support centre events and other duties assigned by the Principal.

Requirements

• Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education - Teaching (DECCE-T) or equivalent, certified by ECDA as an L2 teacher
• At least 2 years of preschool teaching experience preferred.
• Excellent spoken and written English.
• Creative, reflective and passionate about children's language development.
• Knowledge of, or interest in, the Reggio Emilia approach and inquiry-based learning.
• Valid First Aid certificate is an advantage.

What we offer

• Mentoring and training in Reggio Emilia-inspired documentation and pedagogy.
• Small, collaborative team in a riverside centre with easy MRT access.