EAL Leadership & Curriculum Director

Perse; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Perse School (Singapore) seeks a Head of EAL to lead the EAL department, support students whose first language is not English, and drive strategic development of language acquisition and inclusion.

The role blends leadership, curriculum design, progress monitoring, safeguarding, and collaboration with staff, students, and families to foster academic success and cultural integration.

Qualifications

• Must hold a degree in Education, TESOL or Applied Linguistics with a recognized teaching qualification.
• Minimum 3 years of experience teaching EAL/ESL in an international school setting.
• Familiarity with Cambridge International Curriculum and IGCSE English Second Language preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day management and development of the EAL department.
• Develop and review schemes of work and departmental handbook for consistency.
• Analyse assessment data and monitor student progress to inform planning.
• Lead curriculum development and drive improvement plans.
• Support recruitment, induction, and professional development within the team.
• Uphold safeguarding policies and promote inclusive education.

Skills

Language acquisition expertise

Interpersonal & communication skills

Cultural sensitivity

Organizational skills

Technology-enabled teaching

Collaborative working

Education

Degree in Education/TESOL/Applied Linguistics

Teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent)

Minimum 3 years EAL/ESL teaching in international school

Familiarity with Cambridge International Curriculum & IGCSE EAL

Experience supporting diverse learners

Job description

The Perse School (Singapore) seeks a Head of EAL to lead the EAL department, support students whose first language is not English, and drive strategic development of language acquisition and inclusion.

The role blends leadership, curriculum design, progress monitoring, safeguarding, and collaboration with staff, students, and families to foster academic success and cultural integration.