Preschool Assistant Teacher

**About Us**

MindChamps PreSchool (“MindChamps”) is the only preschool globally to nurture children with the Champion Mindset, as researched by the renowned neuroscientist Professor Emeritus Allan Snyder, Fellow of the Royal Society.

Founded in Sydney in 1998, with the goal of filling the gaps that exist in global education, MindChamps began as a research institute using research from the areas of Education, Psychology and Neuroscience to better understand how the learning brain grows and develops, and expertise from the world of Theatre to understand how to better engage the young learner and ‘lead the imagination’.

MindChamps PreSchool is also the only early learning organisation in the world to offer programmes based on the revolutionary 3-Mind model of education: The Champion Mind instills peseverance and confidence; The Learning Mind promotes academic excellence; and the Creative Mind frees the imagination and inspires concept creation, enabling our chldren to face a rapidly changing world with 100% Respect and Zero Fear. This 3-Mind model was introduced in the 2007 book _The 3-Mind Revolution_, co-authored by David and Brian Caswell, MindChamps’ Dean of Research and Programme Development.

MindChamps unique, research-based ‘S.M.I.L.E.S.’ philosophy (Sensory, the Motor, the Intellectual, the Emotional and Social) is a holistic approach to education that encourages children to think outside of the box, supporting their overall development in the best way possible. Our research-backed and internationally validated curriculum and pedagogy has been developed by global leaders in 4 Domains of Education, Psychology, Science and Theatre

MindChamps has won Influential Brands® Top Brand for eight consecutive years as well as been voted the No. 1 Premium PreSchool Brand by parents in a public survey conducted by Influential Brands® for 8 years in a row.

Since its inception in Singapore in 2008, MindChamps PreSchool has has grown from point zero to achieving the number one brand position in the highly competitive Singapore premium preschool space, with a market share of 38.5%. It now has 86 centres globally, with preschools in Singapore, Australia, Malaysia, Philippines, Indonesia and Myanmar.

MindChamps has the distinction of being the only preschool listed on the mainboard of the Singapore Exchange in 2017 and has been hailed by New York Times and Wall Street Journal No. 1 bestselling author Dr Joseph A. Michelli as a “global education movement of the 21st century”.

**Why work for us?**
- Competitive salary package
- We value training + development - funded teachers’ training (Up to 200hrs) for academic staff
- Comprehensive support from a dedicated management support team - as a global brand, we have support staff that can help with many administrative tasks
- Global career Opportunity with centres spread across 6 countries in the Asia Pacific
- Internal career Development Opportunities - Including cross-function or cross centre deployment
- Quarterly Recognition and rewards - believe in recognizing our team for hard work

**Responsibilities**:

- Plan, supervise, and implement the program for the class in accordance with the policies, guidelines, framework and philosophy of the centre
- Assist in preparing and implementing the programs for children
- Assist with planning, share ideas and exchange feedback with the entire team once a month or at the beginning of a Unit of Inquiry.
- Prepare age and developmentally appropriate teaching aids.
- Evaluate and maintain records of children’s development.
- To render basic first aid as and when necessary.
- Responsible for the upkeep of teaching resources, prepare art and craft materials, arrangement, appearance, decorations, and learning environment of the classroom.
- Use positive discipline techniques at all times.
- Maintain and build relationships with children and parents.

**Job Requirements**:

- Certificate / Fundamental in Early Childhood Care & Education
- Creative and inspiring with loving energy
- Excellent communication and classroom management skills
- Be familiar with all working curriculum documents, handbooks and policy manuals.
- Knowledge in educational development
- Low Teacher-Children Ratio
- Friendly and Conducive working environment
- Comprehensive HQ training for all teachers
- Strong Curriculum team and mentorship programs available
- Company Sponsorships
- Permanent positions

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Professional development

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Performance bonus

Work Location: In person