About GESS
As one of the leading international schools in Singapore, GESS is home to students from over 70 nations worldwide. We are for many families the home away from home and we are very happy that they are part of our school community which is based on mutual support and solidarity. With our language programme, we support our students to nurture this part of their identity and want to preserve the opportunity that they can grow up with multiple languages to be best prepared for an international environment. With the German International Abitur or the IB Programme they are perfectly prepared for their career after school. Our students enjoy lifelong learning and we take pride in our GESS values of respect, openness and diversity which our students will nurture in their life after school.
We were awarded with the “Deutsche Schulpreis” (German school prize) 2022, which was given to us for our extraordinary concept according to their motto “Make teaching better”. We stand out as the only German school abroad nominated for this award.
The Preschool Mandarin and Music/Performing Arts Teacher inspires young learners through engaging, developmentally appropriate language, music and performing arts experiences. In alignment with the GESS mission to provide holistic, values-based education within an inclusive and intercultural community, the teacher nurtures creativity, confidence, collaboration, and a lifelong love of learning in children aged 18 months to 6 years old. This role contributes to the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of each child while fostering curiosity, respect, and global mindedness.
This role ensures a cohesive and thriving language and music culture within the school community;
To ensure that the Language and Creative Arts programmes positively develop students’ learning, understanding, skills, knowledge and appreciation of the Arts and Mandarin as second language.
To support in ensuring that Language and Creative Arts at GESS have an engaging, rigorous, enriching programme that is consistent with the defined mission and values of GESS.
Key Accountabilities
Plan and deliver high-quality, inquiry-based Mandarin, music and performing arts lessons aligned with the GESS Preschool curriculum framework. Design engaging experiences in Mandarin, singing, movement, rhythm, drama, storytelling, and creative expression that support early childhood development. Foster creativity, imagination, and expression in a safe and inclusive learning environment. Integrate intercultural elements, reflecting the diverse and international GESS community. Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs, abilities, and backgrounds (cultural and linguistic) of young learners. Work closely with the homeroom teachers, Mandarin teachers, and the Creative Arts team, to support teaching and learning pedagogy and contribute to the development of a climate of collaboration and community. Maintain the climate of trust and transparent communication. Attend weekly meetings as needed. Holistic Qualities:
Promote confidence, collaboration, resilience, and empathy through language learning and performing arts activities. Support children’s social-emotional growth through stories, group performances, role-play, and ensemble work. Encourage student agency, curiosity, and joyful participation in the arts as well as Mandarin acquisitionEnsure student learning through these systems is commensurate with GESS values. The GESS Creative Arts Programme through these Values and Qualities aims:
To develop students' understanding, skills, knowledge and appreciation of Mandarin as second language, music and the creative arts. To advance the education of young people within a global mindset and encourage cultural diversity through the performance and study of the creative arts. To provide opportunities for students in the programme to further their individual and ensemble creativity through the activity programme, supported by accompanying performances, workshops and festivals. To encourage students to engage in meaningful and active learning opportunities. To facilitate communication among creative arts teachers, Mandarin teachers, students and parents. To provide enrichment for students in a deeper and more profound way through its connection to the wider creative arts community and immersion in Mandarin language To celebrate achievement and success.
Knowledge and Experience
Appropriate experience and teaching qualification. Articulate and effective written and oral communication in English and Mandarin as the classes with be conducted in these languages. Must have previous teaching experience in a Preschool setting: knowledge of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme and the Reggio Emilia philosophy is desirable. Demonstrated experience in delivering hands-on, inquiry-led and play-based learning within an early childhood setting.Ability to integrate music and movement meaningfully into the preschool curriculum to support cognitive, linguistic and social-emotional development.Skilled in leading age-appropriate musical experiences, including singing, rhythm work, movement, and the use of simple instruments.Knowledgeable in designing a curriculum for second language learning.Strong classroom management skills grounded in positive guidance and respectful relationships.
Technical and Soft Skills
An efficient and effective administrator. Enthusiastic and passionate when working with young children; attentive and responsive to their individual needs, interests and developmental stages.Demonstrates high levels of professionalism, flexibility, honesty and integrity in all interactions with children, colleagues and families.Collaborative team member who contributes actively to planning, reflection and ongoing curriculum development.Culturally sensitive and globally minded.Able to communicate confidently and fluently, with clarity and precision, to inspire and instil confidence with small and large groups via written and spoken word.
Fair Recruitment and Safeguarding: We are committed to fair recruitment practices and safeguarding the welfare of all students. We ensure that our hiring processes are free from discrimination and bias on the basis of age, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy status, caregiving responsibilities, race, religion, language or disability. As part of our commitment to safeguarding, we conduct thorough background checks on all candidates which include criminal background checks in all countries lived and worked in for the last ten years, as well as reference checks. Any offer is subject to the satisfactory completion of such checks. Our school prioritises the safety and well-being of our students, and we expect all staff members to uphold these values.
