
Lecturer
National Institute of Early Childhood Development
Posted 2 days ago
Job Responsibilities
Lead and/or co-design a new module or improve a current module in collaboration with NIEC Headquarters’ Curriculum & Programmes (C&P) team
Coordinate for academic meetings, and training / complete exam processing
Review the module with the C&P team in tandem with industry development and in line with module and course objectives
Design and adopt innovative pedagogy, keeping abreast with technological developments to achieve module outcomes and quality delivery of the module
Monitor the Module/Course Evaluation Survey for quality indicator for improvements
Deliver lessons according to module objectives, learning design and lesson instructional plans as provided by NIEC HQ
Adopt and apply the assessment strategies and requirements for module assignments according to NIEC’s and Polytechnic’s assessment guidelines
Monitor students' performance, give informative and constructive feedback to students on their learning
Supervise student assignments/projects/practicum/internship
Act as a class advisor/mentor for tutorial groups to provide students with the necessary information and support in areas that affect their studies. E.g., refer student to Student Services (SAS) for financial assistance and counselling on personal matters at the Polytechnic
Handles/follow-up with students’ disciplinary issues in consultation and in collaboration with Module Leaders/Course Chairs/Course Leads when necessary
Job Requirements
Master in Early Childhood Education or education related post-graduate qualifications; and
Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood with 5-8 years of teaching and supervisory experience in the early childhood industry;
Candidates with experience in inclusive practice, special needs education, or proficiency in relevant Mother Tongue languages will have an advantage, as the role may require teaching modules delivered in these languages.
Meticulous, self-initiated, responsive and adaptive to change;
Able to work collaboratively in a team.
This position will be based at any one of NIEC’s campuses, namely ITE Campus (Ang Mo Kio), Ngee Ann Polytechnic Campus or, Temasek Polytechnic Campus.
Perks & Benefits:
Learning & Professional Development
Comprehensive Benefits Package such as attractive leaves schemes, flexible benefits, dental coverage etc.
Note: All new hires will be offered a two-year contract in the first instance. Contract renewal and emplacement on permanent appointment will be subject to continuous good performance.
We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
About National Institute of Early Childhood Development
The National Institute of Early Childhood Development (NIEC) is the national training institute for early childhood (EC) educators. We were set up by the Ministry of Education in 2019 as part of the Government’s efforts to uplift the EC profession, and raise the quality of early childhood care and education in Singapore.
At NIEC, we offer a comprehensive suite of courses designed to meet the diverse needs of early childhood educators at all career stages. Our dedicated faculty, who are themselves experienced educators, are committed to ongoing professional development. We partner with ECDA and industry leaders to stay updated on sector trends and ensure our programmes remain relevant.