English Preschool Teacher

**Company Overview** Guidepost Global Education (GGE) is one of the largest operators of Montessori schools worldwide, with over 100 schools globally, dedicated to transforming education to better serve families everywhere – children and parents. In Asia, GGE offers programs for children ages 0-12 through an extensive network of 27 campuses spanning Hong Kong, Singapore, Bali, and key cities in Mainland China. GGE currently operates schools under the Guidepost & Nest Preschool brands. We are a rapidly growing network of quality preschools in Singapore. Learn more at or **Core Job Responsibilities** **Lead a Model Classroom** • Maintain an orderly and clean Montessori prepared environment in accordance to Guidepost Montessori standards • Provide close supervision to children, always making sure they are safe, and the group is in compliance with city-mandated teacher to child ratios • Work closely with other Guide(s) to ensure a high-quality Montessori programming is established and maintained • Present sequential Montessori lessons in accordance with the Guidepost Montessori program standards • Observe each child, regularly document his or her progress, strengths, interests, and areas for improvement, and apply your knowledge of Montessori principles to ensure each child’s individual needs are met • Interact with children in a warm, joyful, respectful manner that fosters their independence • Implement feedback provided by other Guides, your Montessori Mentor, and your Head of School • Problem-solve challenging student concerns with other Guides, your Montessori Mentor, and your Head of School • Open classroom to regular parent tours • Open classroom to observation by parents and other staff members **Provide Exceptional Customer Service to Parents** • Communicate regularly with each parent in an individualized manner using approved communication tools provided by Guidepost Montessori (i.e. email, photo-sharing software, newsletters, etc). • Provide cumulative, formal feedback to parents on student progress, which might include twice-yearly parent-teacher conferences, progress reports, and/or portfolio preparation. Meet with parents on an individualized basis to discuss and resolve student issues as they arise **Create a Strong Community on Campus** • Participate in regular team meetings • Participate in one-on-one meetings with your school leader and Montessori Mentor • Participate in community outreach, classroom celebrations, and parent information events • Actively participate and pursue annual professional development **Qualifications** To be considered for this role, all applicants must possess one of the following credentials: - Degree in (Early childhood) Education major - Fluent English Speaker - Experience working with children of the appropriate age group (0-18 months old) - Passion for the Montessori method of education - Growth mindset and problem-solving approach - **LON** (L1/L2) from ECDA indicating your qualification to teach in Singapore. - **MACTE** ( Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education) Montessori credentials is a plus