We’re looking for an experienced Chinese Language Teacher to take on a Lead role with the N2 (3–4 year olds) age group at a respected international preschool located near Mountbatten MRT .
You’ll be joining a warm, low-turnover teaching team that values autonomy , collaboration , and child-led learning . The school follows the International Preschool Curriculum (IPC) , with strong Reggio and Montessori influences. This is a full-time, on-site position.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Deliver Mandarin lessons for the N2 cohort (ages 3–4)
- Plan and adapt curriculum with your English co-lead and class assistant
- Facilitate play-based , inquiry-driven Chinese learning
- Maintain light documentation (biweekly updates, journaling)
- Conduct termly parent-teacher meetings (via Zoom)
- Host curriculum townhalls and communicate with parents ( in English )
- Contribute to classroom setup and curriculum planning with the team
What We’re Looking For
- ECDA-recognised L2 certification ( Chinese Language track )
- Minimum 3 years’ experience teaching Mandarin in a preschool classroom
- Confident leading full-class Mandarin lessons independently
- Strong spoken English – must be able to host parent meetings and school events
- Comfortable engaging non-Chinese-speaking parents at pickup/drop-off
- Familiar with Reggio , Montessori , or other inquiry-based pedagogies
- Able to commit to Monday to Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm (fixed schedule)
What You Can Expect
- Fixed working hours – no shift rotation
- School calendar aligned with MOE holidays (~ 55 closure days/year )
- Monthly reimbursement for classroom materials
- Opportunities for professional development (e.g. Harvard online pedagogy courses)
- Supportive, close-knit team with experienced leadership
- Calm, nature-integrated environment – black-and-white bungalow with private garden
How to Apply
This is a full-time, permanent position directly hired by the preschool — you will be joining their core teaching team .
First Konnection is supporting the recruitment process on behalf of the school. There are no agency fees , no salary deductions , and no third-party involvement in your employment.
If you're looking to grow in a nurturing and progressive early childhood setting, we welcome your application.
EA Registration No. R23111820 (Ben Chang)
EA Licence No. 22C1307 (First Konnection Pte. Ltd.)
