Middle School Science Teacher

GLOBAL INDIAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Singapore seeks a creative and dedicated Teacher specializing in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. The role involves delivering engaging instruction, developing lesson plans, and assessing student progress in a supportive learning environment. Ideal candidates should hold a Bachelor's in Education and possess strong communication and technology skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate with a focus on specific subjects for teaching.
• Computer literacy required for software usage.
• 3-5 years teaching experience in specified science subjects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom instruction to enhance student learning.
• Develop lesson plans and manage curriculum for optimal development.
• Assess student progress and report to the principal.

Skills

Fluent English

Computer literacy

Technology application

Differentiated learning

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor in Education

Masters in desired Subject

Job description

The role holder is responsible –For delivering classroom instruction that helps students learn and excel.
For developing student’s abilities and interest through creative activities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Subject Knowledge and Methodological Competence

• Demonstrates the necessary subject knowledge and methodological strategies to effectively educate students.
• Assists in managing curriculum and study courses for the students’ development.
• Provides students with structure and support in a safe learning environment to enable them to develop socially, emotionally and morally.
• Introduces new study patterns among the students to develop their interest and do regular studies.
• Gives practical analysis of the courses to create interest.
• Develops the lesson plan in accordance with the curriculum guidelines, and presents the lesson plans to the academic coordinators for approval.
• Plans lessons based on inquiry, focussed on conceptual understanding, differentiated to meet the needs of all learners and informed by assessment (formative and summative)
• Reviews the feedback from the academic coordinators and revises the lesson plans accordingly
• Keeps up to date with the latest teaching aids, such as the use of technology in classroom learning, and integrate these into the teaching process
• Creates challenging and engaging learning opportunities for students, and fosters a classroom atmosphere that is conducive for learning
• Develops worksheets, handouts, and other learning materials in line with the lesson plan and curriculum, as well as the assessments and examinations.
• Responsible for the timely marking and correction of assignments completed by the students

Organizational Competence:

· Creates a well-organized, orderly and task-oriented learning environment.

· Assesses students’ progress and reports to the principal about them. Conduct assessment tests to evaluate students’ progress

· Assesses, records and reports on the development, progress and results of students

· Identifies students who may require additional assistance, academic or non-academic, and ensures they receive the necessary support

· Contributes to extra-curricular activities and participates in school activities such as assemblies, meetings and conferences

· Ensures the safety of students at all times

Reflection and Development:

· Reflects regularly on the development of personal and professional capabilities.

· Communicates the development of students to the Coordinator & Principal.

Interaction

Focussed on effective teamwork and collaboration

• Collaborates with other teachers to share new ideas, teaching approaches, content and professional knowledge
• Communicates and provides feedback to the parents during the Parent Teacher Meetings, and whenever necessary

Interpersonal Competence:

• Creates an atmosphere of trust by dealing with students in a positive and open way.
• Ensures open communication channel and coordination with parents and others involved in the education and development of the students.
• Enables students understand their strengths and weaknesses in order to support their learning and personal development.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications

· Graduate & Bachelor in Education (Specialisation in Subject for Middle teacher & senior teacher)

· Preferred Masters in the desired Subject with International Teaching Qualification / Certificate that qualifies for accreditation according to IB educational system OR Cambridge Curriculum.

· Computer literacy, is required to work on software.

· Fluent English Level: reading, writing, speaking; a professional command of the English language.

· Strong technology application skills.

· Ability to support Blended cum Hybrid Learning.

· Competent in applying the principles of Digital Pedagogy.

Experience

· 3-5 years of Teaching experience

JD Science (Physics/Chemistry/Biology/CS/DT)

· Understanding curriculum standards and Principles of Physics/Chemistry/Biology.

· Creating stimulating lesson plans to foster maximum student’s engagement in Physics/Chemistry/Biology

· Strategizing lessons to create student’s interest in Physics/Chemistry/Biology with analogies from daily life situations and examples.

· Adjusting teaching practices to support differentiated learning.

· Supervising lab sessions, guiding students on Individual assessments, delivering practical demonstrations.

· Developing experimental and investigative scientific skills including the use of current technologies

· Creating real world connections via transdisciplinary and cross- curricular approach to bring out the nature of science

· Appreciating scientific study and creativity within a global context through stimulating and challenging opportunities

· Guiding students to be critically aware, as global citizens, of the ethical implications of using science and technology

· Developing an understanding of the relationships between scientific disciplines and their influence on other areas of knowledge.

· Creating a critical awareness of the need for, and the value of, effective collaboration and communication during scientific activities

· Developing an ability to analyse, evaluate and synthesize scientific information

· Taking part in the process of mentoring and supervising of the Extended Essay component of the IB for Physics/Chemistry/Biology and world studies.

· Willing to teach Physics/Chemistry/Biology across the age and ability ranges from Cambridge Lower Secondary (Grades 6 - 8) through to IGCSE (Grades 9 & 10).

· Identifying and teaching study skills that will develop students' ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

· Planning activities and worksheets aligned to foster approaches to learning.