Company Overview
Cosmic Education Group (CEG) is one of the largest operators of Montessori schools in Asia, dedicated to transforming education to better serve families everywhere – children and parents. CEG offers programs for children ages 0-12 through an extensive network of 27 campuses spanning Hong Kong, Singapore, Bali, and key cities in Mainland China.
CEG also holds the distinction of being the largest operator of international early childhood education programs in Hong Kong. With 13 strategically positioned locations, CEG ensures families enjoy a seamless educational journey with Guidepost Montessori, starting from infancy and continuing through pre-nursery, kindergarten, and primary school.
CEG is launching its first campus in Singapore and is looking to bring on a strong team of Montessori educators to spearhead this new opening.
Qualifications
- Montessori certified (diploma from AMI, AMS, or MACTE a must)
- Degree in (Early childhood) Education major
- Native English or Mandarin Speaker
- Experience working with children of the appropriate age group (0-6 years)
- Growth mindset and problem-solving approach
Core Job Responsibilities
Lead a Model Classroom
- Maintain an orderly and clean Montessori prepared environment in accordance to Guidepost Montessori standards
- Provide close supervision to children, always making sure they are safe, and the group is in compliance with city-mandated teacher to child ratios
- Work closely with other Guide(s) to ensure a high-quality Montessori programming is established and maintained
- Present sequential Montessori lessons in accordance with the Guidepost Montessori program standards
- Observe each child, regularly document his or her progress, strengths, interests, and areas for improvement, and apply your knowledge of Montessori principles to ensure each child’s individual needs are met
- Interact with children in a warm, joyful, respectful manner that fosters their independence
- Implement feedback provided by other Guides, your Montessori Mentor, and your Head of School
- Problem-solve challenging student concerns with other Guides, your Montessori Mentor, and your Head of School
- Open classroom to regular parent tours
- Open classroom to observation by parents and other staff members
Provide Exceptional Customer Service to Parents
- Communicate regularly with each parent in an individualized manner using approved communication tools provided by Guidepost Montessori (i.e. email, photo-sharing software, newsletters, etc).
- Provide cumulative, formal feedback to parents on student progress, which might include twice-yearly parent-teacher conferences, progress reports, and/or portfolio preparation. Meet with parents on an individualized basis to discuss and resolve student issues as they arise
Create a Strong Community on Campus
- Participate in regular team meetings
- Participate in one-on-one meetings with your school leader and Montessori Mentor
- Participate in community outreach, classroom celebrations, and parent information events
- Actively participate and pursue annual professional development
