Job description

Job Title: Principal (Early Childhood Education)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Location: 20 Upper Circular Road, The Riverwalk, #01, Singapore 058416

Seniority: Manager / Senior Executive

Job Description

Mulberry Learning @ Clarke Quay is a Reggio Emilia-inspired preschool and infant care centre serving children from 2 months to 6 years. We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Principal to lead our centre with warmth, professionalism, and operational excellence.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of school administration, including documentation, compliance, and reporting in accordance with ECDA licensing requirements
• Conduct professional and engaging school tours for prospective families, effectively communicating the centre's philosophy and programmes
• Oversee centre operations including facilities management, vendor coordination, procurement, and day-to-day logistics
• Manage manpower planning and HR matters, including recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, staff development, and performance management
• Drive enrolment, managing the full enquiry-to-registration journey and maintaining strong occupancy rates
• Ensure best practices and SOPs are implemented consistently across all areas of the centre, upholding ECDA standards at all times
• Plan, coordinate, and execute centre events including open houses, parent engagement sessions, festive celebrations, and community programmes
• Champion the centre's pedagogical approach and support teachers in curriculum delivery, documentation, and reflective practice
• Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with enrolled and prospective families

Job Requirements

• Minimum Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education (Leadership); Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred
• Registered with ECDA as an early childhood educator (L2 certified or above)
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in early childhood education, with at least 2 years in a leadership or deputy principal capacity
• Strong knowledge of ECDA regulations, licensing requirements, and curriculum frameworks
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Highly organised with strong problem-solving and operational management abilities
• Experience with Reggio Emilia-inspired or play-based pedagogy is an advantage
• Bilingual in English and Mandarin is an advantage

Working Hours: 5-day work week

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience (to be discussed at interview), including enrolment bonus and AWS

To Apply

Interested candidates may apply through MyCareersFuture or send your CV and cover letter directly to vivien.ariestini@mulberrylearning.com