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Early Childhood Educator

Overview

Early childhood educators guide the learning and development of young children by creating a safe and supportive environment.

Description

  • Develop and implement learning plans that support holistic development.
  • Design quality learning environments that promote growth.
  • Ensure the safety and well-being of children.
  • Monitor and document children's development and learning progress.
  • Partner with parents and caregivers to understand children's needs and support their development at home and school.

Entry requirements

  • A Diploma in Early Childhood Studies is preferred.
  • You will need to understand the learning and development needs of children from birth to eight years old.

Salary

$3,000 – 5,100

/mo

Salary ranges are estimated based on public information found on Singaporean job portals, including MyCareersFuture, MySkillsFuture. Updated as of 2026.

Trivia

Early childhood educators find it rewarding to be part of children's learning journey. They get to watch children grow in knowledge, skills, and character development.

What to expect

You'll nurture young minds, build foundations of knowledge, skills, and character. You must have the passion to teach while ensuring children's safety and care.

Soft
skills

People Development

Able to support children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth with compassion and people skills.

Communication

Ability to share information effectively and clearly with children and parents.

Patience

Able to demonstrate patience with managing children's behaviours and guiding their learning journey.

Children Development Knowledge

Skilled in recognising and responding to children's developmental needs, milestones, and individual learning styles.

Collaboration

Able to work well with teaching staff to create cohesive educational activities.

Classroom Management

Able to organise classroom spaces efficiently and establish routines.

Hard
skills

Lorbert Tay, Teacher and Centre Manager
"We strive to make the children happy. Thats how the trust between Teachers and parents builds up."

Lorbert Tay, Teacher and Centre Manager

CNA

Frequently asked questions

Yes. You may become a MOE kindergarten teacher through the 9-month MOE Kindergarten Training Programme. It's fully sponsored but requires a 2-year bond.

Yes. You get time off during school holidays in kindergarten settings, but this will not apply to childcare services, which operates year-round.

They may work in various settings, including private schools, public schools, kindergartens, and daycare centres.

Yes. There's growing demand for preschools and infant care centres, creating more job opportunities. Centres need qualified educators to accommodate growing student numbers.

They teach language development, literacy, mathematics, science, social and emotional development, and creative arts.