English Language & Literature Teacher (IB: MYP/DP)

HWA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 47,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

HWA International School in Singapore seeks a dedicated teacher of English Language and Literature to deliver IB-aligned instruction at MYP and DP levels, bringing texts alive and challenging students to think critically.

The role emphasizes inquiry-based learning, differentiation to support diverse language proficiencies, collaboration within the department, and involvement in school-wide initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in English, Literature or related field.
• IB teaching experience in Language and Literature is desirable.
• Ability to engage students with varying language proficiencies.
• 2 to 3 years of working experience in the related field is preferred

Responsibilities

• Teach English Language and Literature at MYP and DP levels.
• Prepare engaging lessons balancing analysis of English Language and Literature.
• Support students with essay writing, oral presentations, and exam preparation.
• Contribute to departmental planning and whole-school initiatives.
• Mentor students to develop analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learner needs.
• Collaborate with Student Support to enrich curriculum and student learning.

Skills

Inquiry-based learning

Higher-order thinking

Differentiation

Cultural responsiveness

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in English/Literature or related field

Job description

At HWA International School, we empower students to succeed in global contexts through the IB framework. We are looking for a dedicated teacher of English Language and Literature who can bring texts alive and challenge students to become critical thinkers and effective communicators.

Teaching duties

• Teach English Language and Literature at MYP and DP levels.
• Guide students in exploring diverse literary texts and real-world communication.
• Prepare engaging lessons that balance analysis of English Language and Literature.
• Support students with essay writing, oral presentations, and exam preparation in Language and Literature.
• Contribute to departmental planning and whole-school initiatives.
• Design engaging lessons that integrate language, culture, and literature.
• Mentor students to develop analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Demonstrate through collaboration, planning and teaching, the IB and MYP/DP framework of concepts within contexts, and inquiry-based learning that is balanced with specific skills of ‘how to learn’, leading learning towards the IB vision and the aims of individual subject areas and that incorporates interdisciplinary teaching and learning
• Work and collaborate with Student Support Department to enrich curriculum and student learning
• To differentiate and target learning to students’ needs and aptitude levels
• Be culturally and linguistically responsive and proactive

Non-teaching duties

• Understand and implement the expectations and policies established by HWA
• Participate in professional duties as necessary outside of the scope of the school day (e.g. Field trips, professional development on weekends as needed, and after school meetings as required)
• Supervise duties at break/lunch and/or other unstructured times
• Lead/coach an after school CCA (co-curricular activity)
• Assist in internal sub coverage according to department needs
• Provide any other reasonable duties delegated by the School
• Contribute to school continuous improvement by being a member of assigned committee or work group
• Responsible for homeroom teacher duties
• Collaborate with colleagues to promote interdisciplinary learning.

Relationships

• Develop trust and effective relationships with all students in the classes and their parents
• Establish supportive, collaborative, and positive working relationships with all other members of staff
• Become a positive presence across the whole school and a representative of it within its wider community

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in English, Literature or a related field.
• IB teaching experience in Language and Literature is highly desirable.
• Skilled at fostering inquiry, discussion, and higher-order thinking.
• Ability to engage students with varying language proficiencies.
• 2 to 3 years of working experience in the related field is preferred