Academic Support Teacher (Secondary School)

Cognita Asia Holdings Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Stamford American International School in Singapore seeks an Academic Support Teacher for the Secondary level. You will deliver academic interventions and executive functioning support within the MTSS framework, collaborating with multidisciplinary colleagues to differentiate instruction and promote student independence.

You will have a strong focus on teamwork, communication, and using technology to support learners, while upholding safeguarding standards and inclusive teaching practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience providing academic support in schools.
• Experience in international schools is required.
• Strong English language skills and professional communication.
• Proficiency with MTSS/RTI and intervention strategies.

Responsibilities

• Co-plan and co-teach with team members to deliver interventions.
• Provide targeted content support and progress monitoring.
• Help students build independence and study habits.
• Collaborate to differentiate instruction within MTSS.
• Contribute to safeguarding and participate in background checks.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Collaboration

English proficiency

Technology literacy

Adaptability

Organization

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Education or Special Education

Tools

MTSS/RTI knowledge

Benchmark screening tools (DIBELS/Aimsweb/EasyCBM)

Job description

Academic Support Teacher (Secondary School)

As a leading international school in Singapore, Stamford American International School (Stamford American) caters to students aged 2 months to 18 years old. With students from 79 countries and over 3000 students across two state-of-the-art campuses, we offer a dynamic educational journey emphasizing student well-being and academic excellence. Stamford American is proud to be an IB World School, offering the full continuum of the International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes: the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), and IB Diploma Programme (DP). The school’s outstanding faculty comprising more than 350 experienced and highly qualified teachers from over 40 nationalities, through a competitive recruitment process. Educators are highly skilled in their content areas and pedagogy, but equally important, they excel at building strong relationships and creating an environment where students feel safe, supported, and valued.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for the Student Support Services Team.

Contract period: 11 January 2027 to 11 June 2027

About the role:

The Student Support Department (SSD) is looking for a highly qualified Academic Support Teacher with previous experience in delivering academic interventions and executive functioning support to join our team of multidisciplinary professionals. Utilizing a MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Support Model), the Academic Support Teacher provides support through co-planning, co-teaching, consulting, and targeted content support and intervention during study blocks. Academic Support teachers at the secondary level must have a strong focus on collaborating with the team to support differentiation within the classrooms. Academic Support teachers also support students in building independence and habits that will support their success as they grow older.

Position Requirements:

• Exceptional interpersonal communication and professional collaboration skills
• Must demonstrate flexibility, strong work habits, and a positive attitude
• Strong organizational skills and excellent command of the English language
• Proficiency in using computers and other forms of technology
• Strong references and attendance record
• Demonstrates the Stamford Values – Courage, Ingenuity, Compassion, Integrity
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working within intervention (in the classroom or as an interventionist) with relevant qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Education, Special Education or related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience providing academic support to students
• Minimum 3 years of experience working in international schools
• Minimum 3 years of experience working in international schools
• Previous training and/or experience as a Learning Support Teacher/Reading Interventionist/Sped Teacher
• Knowledge and/or experience delivering student support services within an MTSS/RTI Model
• Previous experience and/or training using benchmark screening and/or progress monitoring assessment (i.e., DIBELS, Aimsweb, Easy CBM)
• Current Teaching Certification from an accredited educational institution

With a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, all potential employees undergo mandatory pre-employment background checks, and appointments are contingent upon satisfactory completion of all reference and background checks, as required by our parent organization, Cognita.

The school is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued. There is no discrimination on the basis of age, ethnicity, nationality, gender, religion, sexual orientation, family status, pregnancy, marital status, medical or mental health history, physical characteristics, or disability. All applications from qualified candidates are welcome.

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the recruitment process.