Preschool English Teacher
Roles & Responsibilities
Preschool English Teacher
$3,800 to $4,500 Monthly
We are seeking an experienced Preschool English Teacher to join a boutique international preschool in Central East Singapore and take full ownership of an N1 classroom.
This is an opportunity for a teacher who enjoys having real ownership of the classroom, the autonomy to teach responsively, and the ability to build meaningful relationships with children and parents in a close-knit school environment.
The preschool offers an international setting, strong teacher autonomy, high parent engagement and the opportunity to make a visible impact on children's early learning journey. Teachers who enjoy being trusted to create engaging learning experiences, rather than simply following a rigid structure, will find this environment particularly suitable.
This is a fully hands-on teaching position for a teacher who is currently or recently active in preschool classroom practice, enjoys creating interactive and play-based learning experiences for younger children, and is comfortable building strong relationships with highly engaged parents.
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About the Preschool
Boutique international preschool located in Central East Singapore
Guided by the International Preschool Curriculum (IPC)
Influenced by Reggio Emilia and Montessori approaches
Serves a predominantly international parent community
Owner-led environment with strong teacher autonomy
High level of parent engagement and close day-to-day school-home communication
Key Responsibilities
Take full ownership of the daily operation and culture of an N1 preschool classroom
Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences aligned with IPC
Deliver interactive, play-based and inquiry-led lessons that actively involve children
Adapt lessons responsively based on children's engagement, interests and classroom needs
Maintain a warm, secure and well-managed learning environment
Manage classroom routines, safety, learning documentation and children's progress independently
Build trust and rapport with parents through regular, clear and confident communication
Communicate professionally with parents regarding children's development, progress and classroom matters
Collaborate effectively with other teachers and classroom support staff
Operate independently and take ownership within a small, autonomy-heavy preschool environment
Requirements
ECDA-recognised L1 or L2 certification for teaching in English is required
Hold an ECDA-recognised early childhood qualification appropriate to L1 or L2 educator certification
Minimum 4 years of preschool group classroom teaching experience
Prior international preschool experience is mandatory and must be clearly reflected in your employment history
Recent hands-on preschool classroom teaching experience
Proven experience independently managing and taking ownership of a preschool classroom
Experience working with nursery or younger preschool age groups will be strongly relevant
Strong spoken and written English communication skills
Comfortable engaging directly and regularly with parents
Able to communicate with parents in a confident, reassuring and professional manner
Comfortable delivering interactive, play-based and inquiry-led learning rather than relying mainly on highly scripted or routine-based teaching
Able to engage children actively and adapt lessons responsively in real time
Comfortable working independently while collaborating effectively with a small teaching team
Comfortable working in an owner-led environment with high teacher autonomy and accountability
Available for a January 2027 commencement timeline
This Role Is Not Suitable for Candidates Whose Experience Is Primarily:
Enrichment or tuition teaching without full preschool classroom ownership
Assistant Teacher or support-only positions
Candidates who have been materially removed from active preschool classroom teaching
Role Details
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm
Salary: $3,800 to $4,500 monthly
Expected Start: January 2027
Leave: Approximately 6 weeks of paid leave annually, aligned with the school calendar
Location: Central East Singapore
Teachers may be eligible for staff child enrolment benefits, subject to availability and centre policy.
EA Personnel Name: Ben Chang
EA Personnel Registration Number: R23111820
EA Licence Number: 22C1307
Tell employers what skills you have
Early Childhood Pedagogical Practice
Lesson Planning
Classroom Management
Safety
Early Childhood Programme Planning
Developing Documentation
Teaching English
Preschool Education
Child Development Assessment
Communication With Parents