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The company is hiring a Preschool English Teacher for a maternity cover position in Jurong East, Singapore. The role involves planning and conducting engaging activities to nurture young learners, with a focus on creating a positive start to each child’s learning journey. The period of employment is November/December 2026 to April 2027, with potential conversion to a full-time role based on organisational needs and suitability, and the position offers a monthly salary of 3600. Professional, caring, and enthusiastic candidates who are dedicated to early childhood education are encouraged to apply.

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Job description

[This job https://singapore.job-q.com/jobs/detail/preschool-english-teacher-maternity-cover-36965 first appeared in Job-Q.com on 09 Oct 2026]

We're Hiring: English Preschool Educator (Maternity Cover)

📍 Location: Jurong East, Singapore
📅 Employment Period: November/December 2026 – April 2027

Do you have a passion for nurturing young minds and creating a positive start to every child's learning journey? We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Beginning Preschool Educator/ Preschool Educator to join our team in Jurong East!

This is a maternity cover position, with the opportunity for conversion to a full-time role, subject to organisational needs and suitability.

Job Scope & Responsibilities

  • Plan and conduct engaging, age-appropriate learning activities for children.
  • Implement prepared lesson plans and learning activities to support children's holistic development.
  • Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment.
  • Support children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
  • Observe and document children's learning progress and developmental milestones.
  • Build positive relationships with parents and communicate children's progress when required.
  • Maintain classroom cleanliness, safety, and daily routines in accordance with ECDA and school's guidelines
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to support children's learning and well-being.

Job Requirements

  • Possess a Diploma in Early Childhood Education or a relevant qualification.
  • Hold a valid L2 (LON) certification recognised by ECDA.
  • Passionate about early childhood education and supporting young children's development.
  • Patient, nurturing, responsible, and committed to providing quality care and education.
  • A good team player with effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Able to commit to the maternity cover period from November/December 2026 to April 2027.

Why Join Us?

  • Work-Life Balance
  • Lesson Plans Provided
  • Supportive Environment
  • Potential Full-Time Opportunity

Interested in Joining Us?

If you are passionate about early childhood education and would love to make a positive difference in children's lives, we would love to hear from you!

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Job Summary

  • Published on: 09 Oct, 2026
  • Category: Education / Training
  • Vacancy: 1
  • Job type: Contract
  • Salary: 3600
  • Location: On site
  • Job Nature: Contract

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