Mandarin Immersion Leader & Curriculum Innovator

EtonHouse International Education Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international education group in Singapore is seeking a Head of Mandarin to provide strategic leadership for its Mandarin Immersion Pathway. The successful candidate will oversee curriculum design and quality assurance while fostering teacher development and ensuring alignment with the IB Primary Years Programme. Strong bilingual communication skills in Mandarin and English, along with 8–10 years of leadership experience in bilingual education, are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of leadership experience in Mandarin Immersion or bilingual education.
• Strong understanding of the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and inquiry-based learning.
• Proven expertise in immersion pedagogy and teacher development.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic development of the Mandarin Immersion Pathway.
• Oversee curriculum design ensuring alignment with IB PYP.
• Support recruitment and retention of Mandarin educators.

Skills

Bilingual communication skills in Mandarin and English

Leadership

Curriculum design

Professional development

Interpersonal skills

Strategic thinking

Education

Master’s degree in Education, Chinese Language, or related field

Recognised teaching qualification

Job description

A leading international education group in Singapore is seeking a Head of Mandarin to provide strategic leadership for its Mandarin Immersion Pathway. The successful candidate will oversee curriculum design and quality assurance while fostering teacher development and ensuring alignment with the IB Primary Years Programme. Strong bilingual communication skills in Mandarin and English, along with 8–10 years of leadership experience in bilingual education, are essential for this role.