Principal (Childcare Centre)

Company Overview

We are a fast-growing group of bilingual Child Care Centres providing quality early childhood education and care. We nurture children to become responsible, respectful, competent, and independent lifelong learners in a safe environment that supports individual strengths.

Job Summary

Lead and manage centre operations to deliver high-quality early childhood education. Drive curriculum development, staff mentoring, community engagement, and continuous improvement aligned with The Orange Academy’s vision and values.

• Manage centre operations including student recruitment, publicity, and promotional activities to increase enrolment and community awareness
• Organize special community events, excursions, and parent collaboration projects to enhance stakeholder engagement and learning experiences
• Plan and coordinate innovative projects with community partners such as Residents’ Committees and primary schools to foster collaboration and enrichment
• Collaborate with staff to develop and implement long-term strategic plans for centre growth and educational excellence
• Participate in appraisal procedures and in-service training to support personal, professional, and career development of staff
• Provide and receive constructive advice and guidance to improve overall school performance and outcomes
• Design, implement, coordinate, and evaluate curriculum, programmes, and lesson plans aligned with The Orange Academy’s vision, mission, and core values
• Monitor and enhance curriculum quality through regular evaluations and lead professional development sessions based on research and teacher needs
• Review and mentor teachers on lesson evaluations, reflections, and children’s portfolio development to ensure teaching effectiveness
• Conduct lesson observations, assessments, and analyses to identify teacher development needs and recommend appropriate training methods
• Perform opening and closing shifts on weekdays, ensuring a minimum of 44 working hours per week excluding lunch breaks

• Diploma in Pre-school Education - Leadership (DPE-L)
• Effective communication skills across all organizational levels
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in a childcare setting

• Working Location: Tampines or River Valley or Choa Chu Kang Area.