JC History Specialist

ATOP ACADEMY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 68,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ATOP Academy PTE. LTD. is seeking a diligent JC History teacher to plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with the Singapore MOE JC syllabus. You will assess students’ learning needs and customize lesson plans to strengthen content knowledge and examination skills.

You will guide students in analyzing sources, evaluating reliability, and constructing balanced, evidence-based arguments. The role also involves preparing students for national examinations and communicating progress to parents.

Qualifications

• Qualified in Education, History, Political Science, International Relations, or related field.
• Strong command of oral and written English.
• Solid knowledge of Singapore MOE JC History syllabus and assessment requirements.
• Ability to explain complex historical developments clearly and objectively.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver JC History lessons aligned with the MOE JC syllabus.
• Assess students and tailor lessons to strengthen content knowledge and exam skills.
• Teach key historical events, developments, personalities, and turning points.
• Develop students' ability to interpret sources, evaluate reliability, and compare perspectives.
• Guide students in answering source-based and essay questions with evidence and clear arguments.

Skills

English proficiency

Source analysis

Essay writing

Classroom management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Teaching/tutoring

Education

Education/History related degree or equivalent

Tools

AO2?

Job description

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging JC History lessons aligned with Singapore MOE JC syllabus.
• Assess students’ learning needs and customise lesson plans to strengthen content knowledge and examination skills.
• Teach significant historical events, developments, personalities, and turning points within their respective contexts.
• Help students understand chronology, cause and effect, change and continuity, and the significance of historical developments.
• Develop students’ ability to interpret sources, evaluate reliability and utility, compare perspectives, and identify purpose.
• Guide students in answering source-based, structured, and essay questions with relevant evidence and clear arguments.
• Encourage students to examine different historical interpretations and form balanced, evidence-based conclusions.
• Mark assignments, monitor student progress, and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Prepare students for school assessments and national examinations.
• Develop students’ historical awareness, critical thinking, analytical writing, and reasoning skills.
• Create a positive, engaging, and disciplined learning environment.
• Communicate professionally with parents regarding students’ academic progress.
• Develop teaching resources, timelines, source materials, case studies, and examination-practice activities.
• Uphold ATOP Academy’s teaching standards, values, and commitment to academic excellence.

Requirements

• GCE A-Level, Diploma, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Education, History, Political Science, International Relations, or a related field.
• Good command of spoken and written English.
• Strong historical knowledge and proficiency in source analysis and essay writing.
• Familiarity with the Singapore MOE JC History syllabus and assessment requirements.
• Ability to explain complex historical developments clearly and objectively.
• Passion for teaching and supporting JC school students.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and classroom management skills.
• Responsible, patient, enthusiastic, and committed to student success.
• Prior teaching or tutoring experience is an advantage but not required.