IB PYP Homeroom Leader & Teacher

HWA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

HWA International School Pte. Ltd. in Singapore seeks a PYP Homeroom Principal to lead IB PYP implementation in homerooms, ensuring quality teaching and strong pastoral care.

You will coordinate Units of Inquiry, support teachers, and uphold IB standards within a nurturing, inquiry-based learning environment. The role requires collaboration with the PYP Coordinator and leadership team, mentoring staff, and promoting student wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field.
• IB PYP training and experience strongly preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of teaching experience in a PYP or inquiry-based setting.
• Experience as a homeroom teacher within the PYP.

Responsibilities

• Support IB PYP framework implementation across all homeroom classes.
• Ensure homeroom teachers align planning, teaching, assessment, and reporting with PYP requirements.
• Assist in the coordination and monitoring of Units of Inquiry (UOI) within homerooms.
• Support documentation and evidence collection for IB authorization, evaluation, and reflection.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to homeroom teachers on PYP pedagogy and classroom practices.
• Facilitate regular homeroom meetings to ensure consistency and collaboration.
• Support new or relief teachers in understanding PYP expectations and routines.
• Share best practices, resources, and strategies among homeroom teachers.
• Support homeroom teachers in managing student behaviour, wellbeing, and social-emotional development.
• Assist in monitoring student progress and identifying learning or wellbeing concerns.
• Work closely with teachers, parents, and support staff to address student needs.
• Support consistent assessment practices aligned with PYP philosophy.
• Guide homeroom teachers in report writing, portfolios, and student-led conferences.
• Assist in tracking student progress and learning outcomes.
• Support clear communication between homeroom teachers and parents.
• Participate in parent meetings, conferences, and school events when required.
• Promote understanding of the PYP among parents and the school community.
• Support the PYP Coordinator and school leadership in daily operations related to homerooms.
• Assist in timetable coordination, class routines, and school-wide initiatives.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of the PYP programme.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field

IB PYP training

Minimum 2 years of teaching experience in a PYP or inquiry-based setting

Experience as a homeroom teacher within the PYP

Job description

HWA International School Pte. Ltd. in Singapore seeks a PYP Homeroom Principal to lead IB PYP implementation in homerooms, ensuring quality teaching and strong pastoral care.

You will coordinate Units of Inquiry, support teachers, and uphold IB standards within a nurturing, inquiry-based learning environment. The role requires collaboration with the PYP Coordinator and leadership team, mentoring staff, and promoting student wellbeing.