Mandarin Teacher (Secondary Years)

EtonHouse International Education Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An international educational institution in Singapore seeks a dedicated Chinese language teacher to deliver the curriculum while fostering a stimulating learning environment. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor Degree in Education and at least 2-5 years of teaching experience. Fluency in Mandarin is required along with strong communication skills. This role is integral in promoting the study of Mandarin and engaging with the school community.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 – 5 years relevant teaching experience.
• Passion in education with dedication and patience for children.

Responsibilities

• Manage a lively, safe learning environment.
• Deliver the Chinese curriculum according to the timetable.
• Differentiate lessons based on individual student needs.
• Assess and develop the Chinese curriculum in the school.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Fluent in Mandarin

Strong Chinese literary and writing skills

Ability to work well independently and in a team

Education

Bachelor Degree in Education or equivalent

Teachers Certificates or Diplomas

Job description

Responsibilities

• Manage a lively, enthusiastic, orderly and safe learning environment.
• Deliver the Chinese curriculum to assigned classes in accordance with the School’s timetable.
• Differentiate lessons according to the abilities and learning needs of individual students.
• Promote independent learning by adopting teaching and learning strategies which develop the competence and confidence of every student.
• Ensure the thorough implementation of subject specifications, teaching schemes, assessment policies and reporting procedures.
• Assess and develop the Chinese curriculum in the school
• Plan and deliver schemes of work, including the choice of appropriate teaching and learning methods to meet the needs of the subject, and of different students.
• Keep abreast of current developments in Chinese language education and to adapt the curriculum content and methods of teaching and examining as appropriate.
• Identifying appropriate resources within the limits of the school budget.
• Ensure health and safety policies are followed within the Chinese classrooms.
• Ensure that the Chinese classrooms present stimulating environments, which help to influence students’ attitudes positively towards the subject.
• Ensure students’ work is regularly assessed and that homework is in line with school policy.
• Report to parents in accordance with the school’s reporting policy.
• Use information gained from assessment, recording and reporting procedures to generate further improvement in student achievement.
• When required, take on a form tutor role in the Senior School and fulfill the responsibilities of that position.
• Follow the School’s policies and procedures with regard to discipline and behaviour, daily routines, duties, homework, leave of absence and visits.
• Contribute to co-curricular activities that broaden students’ experiences and contribute to the general life of the school.
• Promote the study of Chinese amongst students and parents.
• Attend and contribute to meetings of a professional nature.
• Maintain appropriate links with teaching colleagues in all sections of the school and foster cross-curricular links where appropriate.
• Liaise with members of the Inclusive Education Team with regard to individual students, to ensure that those needs are understood, planned for and met.
• Develop effective links with the wider community, in order to extend the study of Chinese and enhance teaching and learning.

Qualifications

• The candidate should hold a minimum of a Bachelor Degree in Education or equivalent
• Teachers Certificates, Diplomas or other Teacher Accreditation courses and certification are required if the applicant’s degree is not in Education;
• At least 2 – 5 years relevant professional teaching experience in education
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work well independently as well as within a team
• Fluent in Mandarin, with good oral and written English skills;
• Strong Chinese literary and writing skills is required
• Have passion in education career, with dedication, love and patience for children

EtonHouse International School Orchard is committed to safeguarding and safer recruitment with the intention of promoting wellbeing for all members of our school community. As a school and employer, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our safer recruitment policy aims to ensure that the appropriate checks are made for all potential staff who will come in contact with our students, as part of a transparent and equitable recruitment policy.