Academic Manager

SWZ EDUCATION PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SWZ Education Pte. Ltd. in Singapore seeks a dynamic Full-Time Academic Manager to lead our tutoring programs and oversee day-to-day academic operations. You will mentor educators and ensure a high-achieving learning environment.

Responsibilities include curriculum delivery, staff guidance, progress monitoring, and effective parent/partner communication. The role requires a strong academic background, leadership, and a student-centered approach.

Qualifications

• Academic Excellence: A bachelor's degree or above in Education or related field; advanced degrees a plus.
• Leadership experience in supervisory or team-lead roles within education or corporate training.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication to engage diverse audiences.
• Patience and empathy with a student-centered mindset and adaptable learning styles.
• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple priorities and schedules.
• Experience in teaching, tutoring, or academic administration is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of tutoring and academic support programs across subjects.
• Lead, train, and support part-time tutors and instructors; conduct performance reviews.
• Monitor student performance and design individualized learning pathways.
• Communicate with parents and institutional partners; provide progress updates.
• Coordinate scheduling, attendance, materials, and record-keeping.
• Conduct high-level or small-group tutoring as needed.

Skills

Academic Excellence

Leadership Experience

Communication Skills

Patience & Empathy

Organizational Skills

Industry Background

Education

Bachelor's degree or above in Education

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Full-Time Academic Manager to lead our educational programs, mentor students, and oversee day-to-day academic operations. The ideal candidate combines a strong academic background with leadership experience, excellent communication skills, and a genuine passion for educational excellence. In this role, you will manage curriculum delivery, guide a team of educators, and ensure a positive, high-achieving learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Program & Curriculum Oversight: Oversee the successful delivery of tutoring and academic support programs, ensuring high standards of instruction across subjects like Mathematics, Science, English, or Humanities.

• Team Leadership & Mentorship: Guide, train, and support part-time tutors and instructors, conducting performance reviews and fostering collaborative professional growth.

• Student Progress & Intervention: Monitor overall student performance metrics, design individualized learning pathways, and implement effective intervention strategies for academic growth.

• Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for parents and institutional partners, providing regular progress updates and managing feedback professionally.

• Administrative Management: Coordinate scheduling, track attendance, manage learning materials, and maintain accurate records of student and program performance.

• Direct Instruction (As Needed): Conduct high-level or specialized one-on-one and small group tutoring sessions to support complex student needs.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Academic Excellence: A bachelor's degree or above in Education, a relevant subject area, or equivalent professional experience. Advanced degrees are a plus.

• Leadership Experience: Proven experience in a supervisory, mentorship, or team-lead role within an educational or corporate training environment.

• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly and engage diverse audiences.

• Patience & Empathy: A student-centric mindset with strong emotional intelligence and the ability to adapt to varying learning paces and styles.

• Organizational Acumen: Highly organized, reliable, and capable of managing multiple priorities, schedules, and administrative tasks simultaneously.

• Industry Background: Prior experience in teaching, tutoring, or academic administration is strongly preferred.

Position Details

• Type: Full-Time

• Schedule: Standard office hours with flexibility required for occasional evening or weekend sessions.

• Compensation: Competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications, plus performance-based incentives.