JC History Specialist

ATOP ACADEMY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

ATOP Academy is looking for a dedicated JC History teacher to deliver engaging lessons aligned with the Singapore MOE JC syllabus. You will assess students, tailor lesson plans, and guide them in analysing sources and constructing evidence-based essays.

The role requires strong knowledge of history and excellent English skills, with a focus on helping students understand chronology, causation, and various historical interpretations. A supportive, professional environment awaits.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of history and Singapore MOE JC syllabus.
• Excellent ability to analyse sources and write clear essays.
• Clear, objective explanation of complex historical topics.
• Proficient in English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver JC History lessons aligned to MOE JC syllabus.
• Assess students and customise lesson plans to improve content knowledge.
• Teach significant events, personalities and turning points.
• Develop chronology, causation, change and continuity understanding.
• Guide source interpretation, reliability, and evidence-based conclusions.
• Help students answer source-based, structured and essay questions.
• Encourage exploration of multiple interpretations with balanced views.
• Mark work, monitor progress and provide timely feedback.
• Prepare students for school assessments and national exams.
• Foster historical awareness, critical thinking and analytical writing.
• Create a positive, engaging, disciplined learning environment.
• Communicate progress with parents professionally.
• Develop teaching resources, timelines and case studies.
• Uphold ATOP Academy's teaching standards and commitment to excellence.

Skills

History knowledge

Source analysis

Essay writing

English proficiency

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or History

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.