Location: Novena
Job Summary
We are looking for a dedicated and passionate Lead Teacher to oversee the daily operations of our student care centre while leading a team of teachers to provide a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment for primary school students.
The candidate should be a strong leader with excellent classroom management skills, enjoys working with children, and is committed to maintaining high standards in teaching, student care, and centre operations.
Key Responsibilities:
1) Centre Operations
- Oversee the daily operations of the student care centre to ensure smooth and efficient service delivery.
- Ensure compliance with the centre’s policies, operational procedures, and safety standards.
- Manage daily student attendance, dismissal, meal routines, and overall student welfare.
- Support enrolment, orientation, and administrative processes when required.
2) Teaching & Student Development
- Supervise and support students in completing homework and academic revision.
- Conduct enrichment activities and holiday programmes.
- Foster students’ social, emotional, and character development through positive guidance.
- Counsel students with behavioural or disciplinary concerns and work closely with parents to support their progress.
3) Team Leadership
- Lead, supervise, mentor, and motivate a team of teachers.
- Conduct classroom observations and provide coaching to improve teaching quality and classroom management.
- Coordinate teachers’ schedules, classroom duties, and lesson planning.
- Ensure consistency in teaching standards and student care practices across the centre.
4) Parent & School Engagement
- Build and maintain positive relationships with parents, schools, and external stakeholders.
- Address parent enquiries professionally and provide timely updates on students’ progress and behaviour.
- Support parent engagement initiatives and centre events.
5) Planning & Administration
- Prepare weekly and monthly operational reports for management.
- Plan and organise centre events, holiday programmes, educational activities, and celebrations.
- Manage teaching resources, classroom materials, and inventory.
- Assist management in implementing new initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
6) Requirements
- Diploma or Degree in Education, Early Childhood, Psychology, or a related field.
- Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a student care, enrichment, tuition, or education setting.
- Previous supervisory or leadership experience will be an advantage.
- Strong classroom management and behaviour management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Positive, organised, and able to work independently.
- Passionate about working with children and supporting their holistic development.
7) Working Hours
School Term
- Monday to Friday
- 10:30 AM – 7:30 PM
School Holidays
- Rotating shifts:
- 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- 10:30 AM – 7:30 PM
8) Salary & Benefits
Salary: S$2,400 – S$3,600 (commensurate with qualifications and experience)
9) Benefits
- Career progression opportunities
- Professional development and training
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Staff welfare and team bonding activities
- Annual leave and medical benefits
- On-The-Job Training provided
10) Why Join Us?
At AT SPACE Student Care & Enrichment, we believe every child deserves a supportive environment where they can learn, grow, and thrive. Join our passionate team and play a meaningful role in shaping the next generation while growing your own leadership career.
A premium private enrichment institution which specialises in STEM education since 2002. We niched in hands on programmes for 3.5 years - 14 years old. Our expanded portfolio includes after school care programme and holiday workshops.