GGE Asia | Assistant Head of School - Bishan Campus

Assistant Head of School

 

About Us

Guidepost Global Education (GGE) is one of the largest operators of Montessori schools worldwide, with over 100 schools globally dedicated to transforming education to better serve families everywhere – children and parents. In Asia Pacific region, GGE offers programs for children ages 0-12 through an extensive network of 23 campuses spanning Hong Kong, Singapore, Bali, key cities in Mainland China and Australia. GGE currently operates schools under the Guidepost & Nest Preschool brands. We are a rapidly growing network of quality preschools in Singapore.

Learn more at https://guideposteducation.com/ or https://nestpreschool.sg/

Role Overview

The Assistant Head of School (AHOS) plays a key leadership role in supporting the day-to-day success of the school across educational quality, team development, family engagement, and operations. This role is ideal for an emerging school leader—someone with a strong foundation in early childhood education and Montessori practice who is eager to deepen their leadership skills, gain operational exposure, and grow into future senior school leadership roles.

The Assistant Head of School partners closely with the Head of School, serving as a thought partner, problem solver, and culture carrier, while progressively taking on increased leadership responsibility with coaching and support.

Core Job Responsibilities

Educational & Program Leadership Support

·       Support the Head of School in upholding and communicating the school’s pedagogical vision.

·       Conduct classroom observations alongside the Head of School and program team.

·       Provide constructive, growth-oriented feedback and coaching to Guides.

·       Help monitor curriculum quality and ensure consistency across classrooms.

·       Support program evaluations and contribute ideas for continuous improvement.

·       Collaborate with central teams (program, operations, people) to implement best practices at the campus level.

 

The AHOS is also a collaborative and supportive partner with the central team in refining practices and resources that can move their campus and the network forward.
 

Team Leadership & Development

·       Build strong, trusting relationships with Guides and staff.

·       Serve as a day-to-day leadership presence for the team, helping to problem-solve and remove obstacles.

·       Support onboarding of new staff in partnership with HR, IT, finance, and program teams.

·       Provide informal feedback and developmental coaching under guidance from the Head of School.

·       Support performance management and professional development planning.

·       Model curiosity, humility, and a commitment to personal and professional growth.

 

Parent Relationships & Communication

·       Support the Head of School in building strong, trusting relationships with families.

·       Act as a visible and approachable leader for parents in daily interactions.

·       Help facilitate parent meetings, conferences, and community events.

·       Ensure consistent, high-quality communication from Guides to families.

·       Partner with the Head of School to address parent questions or concerns thoughtfully and professionally.

 

School Operations & Administration

• Support daily school operations to ensure smooth, safe, and effective functioning.

• Assist with admissions activities, including school tours, open houses, and family interviews as needed.

• Monitor enrollment-related tasks and support follow-up where required.

• Help identify opportunities for operational improvements and efficiencies.

• Learn and support basic budget tracking and expense awareness under the Head of School’s guidance.

 

 

Culture & Community Building

·       Actively contribute to building a positive, inclusive, and values-driven school culture.

·       Model Nest Preschool values in daily interactions with staff, children, and families.

·       Support rituals, routines, and community practices that strengthen belonging and engagement.

·       Celebrate successes and help navigate challenges with empathy and professionalism

 

Qualifications

Our ideal candidate is a growth-minded, mission-driven educator who is excited to take the next step in their leadership journey. 

We're looking for someone who has: 

• A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) 

• Advanced Certificate in Early Years (ACEY) or Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education (DECCE-T)

• Advanced Diploma in Early Childhood Centre Leadership (ADECL) or approved alternatives with a least 4 years of teacher experience as an L2 certified educator

• Prior administrative and leadership experience in preschool education is preferred

• Strong interpersonal skills to lead school culture 

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills (English)

• Previous experience with school budgets 

• A high degree of personal initiative 

• Committed to the idea of endless improvement; personally, and professionally