Industry: Education and Teaching
Location: Singapore
Key Responsibilities:
Plan, develop and review PCF Sparkletots Preschool and Early Years curriculum to ensure alignment with the Ministry of Education (MOE) Nurturing Early Learners (NEL) Framework and Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA) Early Years Developmental Framework (EYDF)
Perform periodic review and revision of curriculum, taking into account feedback from the ground and emerging market trends
Develop and conduct appropriate professional development courses to raise the pedagogical competencies of educators and enhance their ability to facilitate children’s optimal learning
Recommend appropriate training / professional development courses and workshops to close the performance gaps/learning needs identified by centre leaders
Conduct implementation audits at centres to ensure the curriculum is implemented according to HQ policies and guidelines. Furnish centres with reports on audit findings and share recommendations for improvement
Strengthen PCF’s position as a leader in the early childhood sector through curriculum innovation, staff and children’s achievement in national awards / competitions / Early Childhood Education (ECE) Conferences and participation in research activities
Plan and lead PCF Sparkletots teachers and centre leaders on overseas learning journeys
Evaluate enrichment programmes for its appropriateness and relevance, and monitor programmes to ensure learning goals and quality standards are met
Participate in cross-division and cross-team projects
Carry out any other duties as assigned by the Reporting Officer (RO) or Head of Division (HOD)
Job Holder Requirements and Qualifications:
Qualification: Minimum Bachelor in Education/ECE or higher
Experience: Has at least 2 years of experience in managing the development and implementation of curriculum
Other Knowledge / Skills / Attributes:
Possesses sound knowledge of instructional / curriculum design, content development and delivery
Experience in an EC leadership position is advantageous
Is abreast with current trends and have sound pedagogical knowledge and skills in child development
Team player with good communication and interpersonal skills, and with a good command of spoken and written English
Familiar with MOE Nurturing Early Learners Framework and ECDA Early Years Development Framework
Familiar with ECDA Regulatory Standards and Singapore Preschool Accreditation Framework (SPARK) Quality Rating Scale (QRS)
Able to multi-task, work independently and collaborate effectively as a team member in a fast-paced environment
Able to motivate and inspire others to work towards continuous improvement
Believes in continuous learning to build personal capacity as a Curriculum Specialist