Head of PCS (Preparatory Course for Secondary)

Cognita; Singapore; Sur place; SGD 180 000 - 240 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Stamford American International School in Singapore seeks a Head of PCS to lead the Preparatory Course for Secondary, guiding academic English development for grades 6–10 and ensuring strong student well-being.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in a leadership role in an international school, experience with EAL students, and a commitment to personalised learning, collaboration with leaders, and IB-aligned values.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated successful experience as a school leader.
• Ability to collaborate with other leaders.
• Experience in an International School environment.
• Experience in teaching EAL students.
• Experience with and a commitment to a personalised learning approach.
• Excellent interpersonal and time management skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Capacity to demonstrate a commitment to and a vision for the 'intensive' nature of PCS.
• Mandarin language skills are preferred.
• Exemplify IB learner profile and Stamford Values.

Responsabilités

• Oversee the overall support and development of students and staff in the PCS program on campus and online.
• Collaborate with school leaders to implement innovative learning approaches for grades 6–10.
• Ensure safeguarding and adherence to Cognita family policies and school standards.

Connaissances

Leadership

Collaboration

International school experience

EAL experience

Personalised learning

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Mandarin preferred

IB learner profile

Stamford Values

Formation

Post-graduate degree in educational leadership/administration

Master's/ Doctorate in educational leadership

TESOL qualifications or equivalent

Description du poste

Head of PCS (Preparatory Course for Secondary)

As a leading international school in Singapore, Stamford American International School (Stamford American) caters to students aged 18 months to 18 years old. With students from 75 countries and over 2500 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 a Head of PCS to join our Preparatory Course for Secondary team.

About the Role:

The Head of PCS is responsible for the overall support and development of students and staff in Stamford’s on-campus and online program. The program is tailored to meet the needs of students in grade 6-10 in acquiring academic English to matriculate into the mainstream school. This position requires a culturally responsive leader who is particularly adept at cross-cultural communication, working with a small team to achieve their best and embracing innovation and new approaches to learning.

Position Requirements:

• At least 3 years’ experience in a leadership role
• Demonstrated successful experience as a school leader
• Ability to collaborate with other leaders
• Experience in an International School environment
• Experience in teaching EAL students
• Experience with and a commitment to a personalised learning approach
• Excellent interpersonal and time management skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Capacity to demonstrate a commitment to and a vision for the "intensive" nature of PCS
• Mandarin language skills are preferred
• Exemplify the IB learner profile – knowledgeable, inquirer, open-minded, principled, caring, communicator, risk taker, thinker, balanced, reflective
• Demonstrate the Stamford Values - Integrity, Courage, Ingenuity and Compassion

Qualifications:

• Strong Academic Qualifications at post-graduate level
• Master's/Doctorate degree or equivalent in educational leadership/ administration (strongly preferred)
• TESOL qualifications or the equivalent

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.