Preschool Educator (HATCH by TOUCH Preschools)

Job Summary

The Preschool Educator leads the planning and facilitation of developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children aged 18 months to 6 years. They also play a critical role in fostering children’s holistic development, building strong relationships with families, and creating a safe, respectful, and engaging learning environment.

Main Responsibilities

1. Curriculum Planning and Implementation

• Design and implement daily lessons that promote children’s development across domains, in alignment with the centre’s guided inquiry curriculum and national framework.
• Use intentional teaching strategies to extend children’s thinking, creativity, and social-emotional growth.
• Implement differentiated instruction strategies based on children's individual needs, interests, and developmental progress.

2. Learning Environment and Classroom Management

• Create a safe, engaging, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment that promotes exploration, independence, and learning through play.
• Establish and maintain clear routines and transition that reinforce positive behaviour expectations.
• Ensure the cleanliness, safety, and organization of learning spaces and materials.

3. Child Observation, Documentation and Assessment

• Observe and assess children’s learning and development using appropriate observation and assessment tools and methods.
• Maintain up-to-date records, including portfolios and progress reports, and use documentation to plan and review curriculum planning.
• Share meaningful feedback with families and relevant stakeholders.

4. Family and Communtiy Engagement

• Build respectful and collaborative relationships with families to support children’s learning and development.
• Communicate regularly with families on children’s progress, behaviours, and centre updates.
• Engage families and community partners in centre events, projects, or learning experiences when appropriate.

5. Teamwork and Professional Development

• Participate in staff meetings, training and professional development as required by centre.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to plan and reflect on teaching practices and support the centre’s vision and goals.
• Be a reflective practitioner and demonstrate a willingness to improve and grow at the professional level.

Working Conditions

• 5 day work week: Mon - Fri
• Location for English Teacher: Blk 225 Bukit Batok Central / Blk 333 Clementi Ave 2 / Blk 510 Jelapang Road / Blk 171 Woodlands Street 11
• Location for Chinese Teacher: Blk 510 Jelapang Road / Blk 171 Woodlands Street 11

Requirements

• Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education – Teaching (DECCE-T) or equivalent recognised by ECDA.
• ECDA L2 Certification.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience in a preschool or early childhood setting preferred.
• Valid Child First Aid certification.
• Proficient in English (oral and written). Knowledge of an additional mother tongue is an advantage.
• Plan and implements meaningful learning experiences.
• Builds trusting relationships with children and foster positive social interactions.
• Collaborates with families to support children’s development.
• Demonstrates reflective practice, professionalism and commitment to lifelong learning.
• Passionate about nurturing young children.
• Reflective, adaptable and open to feedback.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work well independently and as part of a team.