English Teacher

SWISS SCHOOL IN SINGAPORE; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An international educational institution in Singapore seeks an experienced English as an Additional Language Teacher to develop and deliver engaging English lessons for Primary students. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Primary Education and at least 3 years of teaching experience in EAL/ESL. Responsibilities include preparing dynamic lessons, supporting diverse learners, and collaborating with colleagues to promote interdisciplinary learning. This role enhances students' language acquisition and literacy skills in a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years teaching experience in EAL/ESL on Primary level required.
• Strong knowledge of literacy development.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge in Language Acquisition for Multilingual Learners.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver dynamic English lessons for Primary students.
• Employ diverse teaching strategies for varying levels.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding student performance.

Skills

English language teaching methodologies

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Passion for education

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Primary Education or equivalent

Master’s degree in Education

Job description

Overview

The Swiss School in Singapore is one of the 17 officially recognized Swiss schools outside of Switzerland, and is registered in Singapore as an official private school. It is under the auspices of the Cantons Zug and Valais in Switzerland. With a dedicated professional team of teachers, a bilingual language system (German and English in our German Stream / French and English in our French Stream), excellent facilities, a friendly, family-oriented atmosphere and a high level of individualized instruction - the Swiss School in Singapore cares for its students and provides a high-quality, competence orientated education.

We are looking for a highly qualified English as an Additional Language Teacher with international Primary education experience.

Our English teachers play a pivotal role in fostering students’ language acquisition and literacy skills. This position involves designing and delivering engaging English language lessons for Primary students (age 6 to 12) that cater to diverse learner needs whilst promoting our philosophy of education.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver dynamic, competence-oriented and interactive English language lessons for our Primary students from P1 to P6 that focus on language skills development, including reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
• Employ diverse teaching strategies such as co-planning and co-assessing for the wide ability range and level of competency in English.
• Support new English learners in their language development on an individual, class or small group basis.
• Select and adapt instructional materials, texts, and multimedia resources to suit students’ abilities, age and cultural backgrounds.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects and initiatives that integrate English language learning with other subject areas such as Science, Portfolio work and real-world contexts.
• Give productive feedback on students’ language use to support their language development and academic growth.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding students’ performance, achievements, and areas for improvement.
• Participate in departmental meetings, professional development workshops, and school-wide initiatives to enhance teaching practices and contribute to the school community.
• Participate in professional duties outside regular school hours, including field trips, projects and school events.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Primary Education or equivalent required (Master’s degree in Education preferred).
• Certification and minimum of 3 years teaching experience in EAL/ESL on Primary level is required.
• Strong knowledge of English language teaching methodologies and literacy development.
• Intermediate to advanced level of knowledge in Language Acquisition for Multilingual Learners.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Passion for inspiring students to become proficient communicators, critical thinkers, and lifelong learners through the learning of English language.