Multi-Subject Secondary School Teacher (English / Mathematics / Physics / Chemistry - Minimum 2 Subjects)

WASEDA SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Waseda Singapore Pte Ltd seeks a Multi-Subject Secondary School Teacher (English/Mathematics/Physics/Chemistry) to deliver lessons in Japanese and English. The role focuses on students aged 11–18 across two or more subjects, with after-school classes and seasonal intensives.

A strong ability to engage and motivate students is essential, along with regular progress updates for parents. Two main class types exist: regular after-school sessions (evenings) and holiday intensives.

Qualifications

• Ability to conduct lessons naturally in both Japanese and English.
• Ability to clearly communicate students' academic progress to parents and staff in Japanese.
• Ability to explain concepts clearly to students.

Responsibilities

• Teach at least two of English, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry at secondary level.
• Prepare textbooks, worksheets, lesson materials, model answers, and teaching resources.
• Provide regular updates to parents on students’ progress and participate in parent meetings.

Skills

Bilingual English/Japanese

Lesson planning

Parent communication

Job description

Job Title

Multi-Subject Secondary School Teacher(English / Mathematics / Physics / Chemistry - Minimum 2 Subjects)

Job Category

Tuition Centre Teacher / After-SchoolEducation

Job Description and Requirements

Waseda Singapore is a Japanese educational institution operating two campuses in Singapore, with a total enrolment of approximately 500 students. Since its establishment in 1983, we have provided education to children from Japanese families living in Singapore and have grown into one of the largest Japanese tuition centres in the country.

Many of our graduates have successfully gained admission to leading private and public schools and universities inJapan.

We are looking for a new member to join our team!

We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, race, religion, or nationality in our recruitment process.

Candidates must have the communication skills necessary to conduct lessons naturally in both Japanese and English.They must also be able to provide parents with updates on students' academic progress in Japanese.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach at least two of the following subjects: English, Mathematics, Physics, andChemistry
• English:Academic English, Reading, Writing, Essay Writing, Vocabulary, etc.
• Mathematics:Lower Secondary Mathematics to approximately IGCSE E Mathematics level
• Physics:Lower Secondary Science to approximately IGCSE Physics level
• Chemistry:Lower Secondary Science to approximately IGCSE Chemistry level
• Candidates with experience teaching IB Physics or IB Chemistry, as well as those interested in developing their ability to teach IB subjects in the future, are welcome to apply.

Teaching Material Preparation

• Prepare textbooks, worksheets, lesson materials, model answers, and other teaching resources.

Parent and Customer Communication

• Provide parents with updates regarding students' classroom performance, level of understanding, areas for improvement, and future learning plans.
• Participate in parent-teacher meetings when required.
• Participate in parent information sessions and provide updates on course content and student learning.

Teacher Responsibilities

Lessons are conducted using both Japanese and English. Teachers are expected to switch naturally between the two languages depending on the student's needs and the content of the lesson.

Candidates must also have sufficientJapanese proficiency to clearly communicate students' academic progress to parents and staff. The recruitment process will include an interview and conversational assessment conducted in Japanese.

Candidates must have sufficient subject knowledge to teach at least two of the following four subjects at secondary-school level: English, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.

For Mathematics, candidates are expected to teach from Lower Secondary Mathematics up to approximately IGCSE E Mathematics level.

For Physics and Chemistry, candidates are expected to teach from Lower Secondary level up to approximately IGCSE level.

For English, we place particular emphasis on the ability to teach Academic English, including Reading, Writing, Essay Writing, and related academic skills, rather than general conversational English.

Previous experience teaching IB Physics or Chemistry is not mandatory. Candidates with strong subject knowledge who are interested in expanding their teaching responsibilities to IB-level courses through training, lesson preparation, and independent study are also encouraged to apply.

As part of the recruitment process, candidates may be asked to complete written assessments in the subjects they intend to teach, as well as conduct a demonstration lesson. We value not only strong subject knowledge, but also the ability to explain concepts clearly and effectively to students.

There are two main types of classes:regular term-time classes and seasonal intensive courses.

Regular classes are generally conducted after school, typically from 5:00 p.m. onwards. During school holiday periods, classes may also be scheduled in the morning.

The standard work schedule is approximately5.5 days per week, consisting of five weekdays plus one Saturday or Sunday every other week. Working schedules may vary depending on the academic term.

Our students range in age from 6 to 18.However, this position is expected to focus primarily on secondary-school-age students.

Teachers are expected to engage students effectively, motivate them to learn, and create a positive and encouraging classroom environment.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for motivated individuals who are eager to contribute positively to the continued development of WasedaSingapore Pte Ltd.

Candidate should meet the following requirements:

• Ability to conduct lessons naturally in both Japanese and English
• Ability to clearly communicate students' academic progress to parents and staff inJapanese
• Ability to explain concepts and though