JC Literature Tutor: Inspire Close-Reading & Essay Mastery

ATOP ACADEMY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

ATOP Academy Pte. Ltd. in Singapore seeks a dedicated Literature teacher to deliver engaging lessons aligned with the MOE JC syllabus.

You will assess learning needs, tailor lesson plans, and guide students in close reading of poetry and drama to develop analytical writing and critical thinking. You will also help students interpret unseen texts, craft evidence-based arguments, and prepare for assessments while maintaining a positive, disciplined classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent command of spoken and written English.
• Strong knowledge of prose, poetry, drama, literary analysis, and essay-writing techniques.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and classroom management skills.
• Prior teaching or tutoring experience is an advantage but not required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Literature lessons aligned with the Singapore MOE JC syllabus.
• Assess students' learning needs and customise lesson plans to develop their analytical and writing abilities.
• Teach students to analyse poetry, and drama through close reading and thoughtful interpretation.
• Develop students' understanding of themes, characters, settings, structure, language, tone, imagery, and literary techniques.
• Guide students in interpreting unseen texts and responding confidently to passage-based and essay questions.
• Teach students to construct coherent literary arguments supported by relevant textual evidence.
• Encourage students to explore different interpretations and express personal responses with clarity and insight.
• Mark assignments, monitor student progress, and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Prepare students for school assessments and national examinations.
• Develop students' appreciation of literature, critical thinking, creativity, and analytical writing skills.
• Create a positive, engaging, and disciplined learning environment.
• Communicate professionally with parents regarding students' academic progress.
• Develop teaching resources, text guides, lesson materials, and examination-practice activities.
• Uphold ATOP Academy's teaching standards, values, and commitment to academic excellence.

Skills

English proficiency

Literary analysis

Essay-writing

Classroom management

Communication

Education

GCE A-Level / Diploma / Degree in Education or English

Job description

ATOP Academy Pte. Ltd. in Singapore seeks a dedicated Literature teacher to deliver engaging lessons aligned with the MOE JC syllabus.

You will assess learning needs, tailor lesson plans, and guide students in close reading of poetry and drama to develop analytical writing and critical thinking. You will also help students interpret unseen texts, craft evidence-based arguments, and prepare for assessments while maintaining a positive, disciplined classroom environment.