Lecturer, Mathematics (School of Mathematics & Science)

Singapore Polytechnic; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Singapore is seeking an academic to teach Mathematics and related subjects. Responsibilities include conducting lessons, developing curriculum, and mentoring students. Ideal candidates should possess a good degree in Mathematics or related fields, with a passion for education, and effective communication skills. This position offers a two-year contract.

Qualifications

• Passionate about education and possess good values.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Relevant industry experience in Engineering, IT, or Data Analytics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct lessons and mentoring of students.
• Develop curriculum and learning materials.
• Deploy effective pedagogy to facilitate learning.

Skills

Teaching Mathematics

Curriculum Development

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics or Engineering

Postgraduate qualification (preferred)

Job description

[What the role is]

Most Positive Workplace Collaboration Award – Singapore International Chamber of Commerce (SICC) Awards 2025

Ranked #19 for The Straits Times Singapore’s Best Employers 2024 & 2025

The job of an academic is challenging but meaningful. Not only will s/he have both the knowledge and working experience, s/he must also possess a passion for working with youths, nurturing and moulding their characters. There will be opportunities to develop curriculum, introduce new courses as well as be involved in consultancy and other applied research projects. Administrative work related to teaching and School/Institutional strategic initiatives will also be an important part of the job. The successful candidates will be expected to be resourceful and innovative with initiative and good communication skills.

[What you will be working on]

The appointee must be competent to teach Mathematics at diploma and higher levels, as well as conduct training for adult learners.

In addition, the appointee should also be able to teach in any one of the following areas:

• Statistics
• Data Analytics
• Computing
  
  
  

The appointee will also be required to teach at least one of the following broad-based, foundational modules under the common core curriculum to enable our students to have the necessary emerging digital skills and human skills.

• Data Fluency
• Artificial Intelligence and Its Impact
• Persuasive Communication with Data Storytelling
• Problem Solving with Creative and Computational Thinking
  
  
  

Responsibilities:-

• Conduct lessons and mentoring of students
• Develop curriculum and learning materials for modules stated above
• Deploy effective pedagogy to facilitate learning
  
  
  

[What we are looking for]

Requirements:-

• Passionate about education and possess good values
• Team player with the ability to work independently
• Possess good communication skills, both written and verbal
• A good degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics or Engineering, preferably with a postgraduate qualification in a relevant field
• Relevant industry experience and/or knowledge of how mathematics is applied in different fields such as Engineering, IT or Data Analytics
  
  
  

Successful candidate will be offered a 2-year contract in the first instance.

If you are shortlisted for the position, you should hear from us within 30 days of the closing date of the advertisement.