Elementary School Learning Coach

INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL (SINGAPORE) LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international school in Singapore seeks an Elementary School Learning Coach to enhance education by providing coaching and curriculum support for K4 to Grade 5 teachers. This role requires knowledge of US standards and aims to improve instructional quality through collaborative teaching practices and professional development. Candidates should hold a bachelor’s degree and have at least 4 years of teaching experience, alongside strong leadership and mentoring skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of elementary classroom teaching experience.
• Strong background in educational technology integration and digital assessment methods.
• Driven individual with a strong ability to take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate coaching cycles with K4–Grade 5 teachers.
• Plan and lead professional development workshops.
• Analyze student performance data to guide instruction.

Skills

US standards knowledge (Common Core, NGSS, ISTE)

Interpersonal and communication abilities

Educational technology integration

Data analysis proficiency

Leadership and mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in Education

Job description

REPORTS TO: Elementary Principal

JOB GOAL: The Elementary School Learning Coach provides comprehensive support to faculty and the Director of Teaching & Learning to enhance the educational experience at ICSE. As a Standards Based Learning and Assessment school, the ideal candidate will have experience and knowledge of the US standards such as Common Core, NGSS and ISTE. This role serves as a liaison between teachers and leadership to ensure effective curriculum implementation and enhance classroom instruction. This inaugural role offers exceptional potential for professional growth and development as you establish and expand the position's scope.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Curriculum and Instruction Coaching

• Facilitate regular coaching cycles with K4–Grade 5 teachers to support professional growth and promote effective teaching practices
• Collaborate with teachers to plan lessons, strengthen unit plans, and implement curriculum with a focus on research-based instructional strategies
• Enhance teachers’ content knowledge and pedagogical skills through active coaching cycles
• Co‑teach, co‑confer, and micromodel lesson components to support instructional improvement
• Assist in designing lesson plans and creating instructional materials aligned with Standards Based Learning and Assessment principles
• Demonstrate exemplary teaching practices, particularly in standards‑based learning and assessment, through model lessons
• Support differentiation strategies to meet diverse student needs
• Facilitate weekly collaborative planning sessions with grade‑level teams to ensure vertical and horizontal curriculum alignment
• Reflect on coaching effectiveness and measure progress to refine practices

Professional Development

• Plan and lead professional development workshops tailored to teacher needs and school goals
• Actively participate in and contribute to professional learning communities
• Provide personalized coaching sessions to guide instructional growth and foster reflection
• Stay informed about emerging educational technologies and share best practices with faculty

Assessment and Data Analysis

• Support teachers in curriculum planning, assessment creation, and aligning instruction with standards across grade levels
• Analyze student performance data to guide instructional decision‑making
• Facilitate the use of data management systems and establish protocols for effective data use

Communication and Collaboration

• Serve as a liaison between teachers and school leadership, ensuring alignment in curriculum implementation and instructional practices
• Maintain open communication with the Elementary School Principal and Director of Teaching & Learning
• Cultivate a positive and collaborative learning culture within the elementary school

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or related field preferred
• Experience: Minimum 4 years of elementary classroom teaching experience
• In‑depth knowledge of US standards (e.g., Common Core, NGSS, ISTE)
  • Proven experience with Standards‑Based Learning and Assessment
  • Strong background in educational technology integration and digital assessment methods
  • Proficiency in data analysis and its instructional applications
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
  • Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities
  • Detail‑oriented and self‑motivated
  • Adaptability in a dynamic international school environment
  • Growth mindset and commitment to continuous professional learning

Required Attributes

• Driven individual with a strong ability to take initiative
• Ability to build and sustain trusting relationships to foster a collaborative culture
• Commitment to supporting a community‑oriented, inclusive learning environment
• Flexibility to adapt to the needs of an international school setting

Other Responsibilities

• Participate in weekly school devotions and community activities
• Contribute to the broader school community through involvement in extracurricular activities
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry instructional materials
• Mobility to navigate school premises, including stairs
• Availability to travel independently for professional development opportunities locally and internationally

This inaugural role offers exceptional potential for professional growth and development as you establish and expand the position's scope. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in enhancing our elementary school's instructional quality, supporting our teachers' professional growth, and advancing our standards based learning and assessment as well as emerging technology initiatives. If you are passionate about education, have a track record of improving student achievement through effective coaching, curriculum knowledge and excel in leveraging technology for learning, we encourage you to apply.