Principal - Professional Development Opportunities

Do you have a passion for working with children and take pride in their learning journey? Do you enjoy being well supported with programme specialists and support team as you focus on your class? We are looking for passionate preschool educators / teachers who will help us realize our vision of giving children the best start in life. 

If you have always believed that there should be quality preschool in the heartlands, Small Wonder is the place for you. Offering an impact-driven curriculum and located in the heartlands, Small Wonder promotes a unique, fun and experiential learning journey. We also provide quality childcare as one of the Partner Operator centres.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership to teachers in quality early childhood curriculum design, development and implementation of teaching
• Coach and support teachers to monitor, assess, document and maintain evaluation and assessment of children’s learning and development
• Develop strategies to market and maintain the school’s student enrolment to maximise the school capacity
• Manage cost control in all aspects of school operations
• Select, coach and mentor teachers to maximise their professional relationship with parents, harmonious working relations with colleagues and teaching performance for the growth of students under their care
• Maintain students’ records and teacher to student required ratio
• Maintain the school physical condition and maximise the facilities to provide learning environment of students
• Establish and maintain positive and effective communication with parents and the school community
• Organise school events to support cultural, festive events, racial harmony and green environment
• Oversee the renewal process of centre's licensing in accordance to MOE's requirements
• Under-take and drive other management related activities / initiatives

Requirements

• A recognized Bachelor Diploma/Degree in Early Childhood in Early Childhood Care and Education 
• At least 3 - 5 years teaching experience in managing a preschool centre
• Good depth and knowledge in curriculum development & management
• High EQ, down-to-earth, matured, strong leadership and management skills are essential
• Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills