JC Social Studies Specialist

ATOP ACADEMY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ATOP Academy Pte. Ltd. is seeking a dedicated JC Social Studies teacher to create engaging lessons aligned with the MOE JC syllabus. You will assess learning needs, customise plans, and guide students in source-based and structured-response answering techniques.

The role involves developing critical thinking, civic awareness, and strong argumentation skills, while maintaining a positive learning environment and communicating progress to parents. Prior tutoring is an advantage.

Qualifications

• GCE A-Level, Diploma, Degree, or equivalent in Education, Social Sciences, Political Science, Sociology, or related field.
• Good command of spoken and written English.
• Strong knowledge of JC Social Studies concepts and contemporary issues.
• Familiarity with MOE JC Social Studies syllabus and assessment requirements.
• Ability to teach source-based and structured-response answering techniques clearly.
• Passion for teaching and supporting JC school students.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and classroom management skills.
• Patient, enthusiastic and committed to student success.
• Prior teaching or tutoring experience is an advantage but not required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging JC Social Studies lessons aligned with Singapore MOE JC syllabus.
• Assess students' learning needs and customise lesson plans to address knowledge and skills gaps.
• Teach key issues relating to citizenship, governance, diversity, globalisation, and Singapore's place in an interconnected world.
• Develop students' ability to interpret sources, evaluate reliability, compare perspectives, and draw well-supported conclusions.
• Guide students in answering source-based case study and structured-response questions effectively.
• Teach students to construct balanced arguments using relevant evidence, examples, and sound reasoning.
• Mark assignments, monitor student progress, and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Prepare students for school assessments and national examinations.
• Develop students' critical thinking, civic awareness, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Create a positive, engaging, and disciplined learning environment.
• Communicate professionally with parents regarding JC students' academic progress.
• Develop teaching resources, case studies, worksheets, and examination-practice materials.
• Uphold ATOP Academy's teaching standards, values, and commitment to academic excellence.

Skills

English proficiency

JC Social Studies knowledge

Source-analysis

Teaching / classroom management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor or higher in Education, Social Sciences, Political Science, Sociology or related field

Job description

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging JC Social Studies lessons aligned with Singapore MOE JC syllabus.
• Assess students' learning needs and customise lesson plans to address knowledge and skills gaps.
• Teach key issues relating to citizenship, governance, diversity, globalisation, and Singapore's place in an interconnected world.
• Develop students' ability to interpret sources, evaluate reliability, compare perspectives, and draw well-supported conclusions.
• Guide students in answering source-based case study and structured-response questions effectively.
• Teach students to construct balanced arguments using relevant evidence, examples, and sound reasoning.
• Mark assignments, monitor student progress, and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Prepare students for school assessments and national examinations.
• Develop students' critical thinking, civic awareness, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Create a positive, engaging, and disciplined learning environment.
• Communicate professionally with parents regarding JC students' academic progress.
• Develop teaching resources, case studies, worksheets, and examination-practice materials.
• Uphold ATOP Academy's teaching standards, values, and commitment to academic excellence.

Requirements

• GCE A-Level, Diploma, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Education, Social Sciences, Political Science, Sociology, or a related field.
• Good command of spoken and written English.
• Strong knowledge of JC Social Studies concepts, contemporary issues, and source-analysis techniques.
• Familiarity with Singapore MOE JC Social Studies syllabus and assessment requirements.
• Ability to teach source-based and structured-response answering techniques clearly.
• 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.