Part-Time Teacher of Primary School Spanish

UNITED WORLD COLLEGE OF SOUTH EAST ASIA; Singapore; On-site; SGD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

UWCSEA Dover Campus is seeking a Part Time Teacher of Primary School Spanish, starting as soon as possible. You will teach Language B (foreign language) from Beginner to Intermediate level for Grade 3 to Grade 5, ages 6 to 11, with a possible Home Language Teaching component.

The successful candidate must hold an internationally recognised teaching qualification and reside in Singapore, with recent primary Spanish teaching experience and a commitment to inclusive learning.

Qualifications

• Internationally recognised teaching qualification required.
• Residence in Singapore required.
• Experience teaching primary students aged 6–11 essential.
• Experience teaching Spanish in Primary School preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the Spanish Department and Primary School team.
• Design learning experiences that challenge learners and support diverse needs.
• Use UWCSEA learning principles to guide teaching and assessment.
• Provide timely feedback on formative and summative work.
• Demonstrate effective classroom management and communication with parents.

Skills

Spanish language teaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education / Spanish specialization

Job description

UWCSEA has a vacancy at its Dover Campus for a Part Time Teacher of Primary School Spanish to start as soon as possible. The appointee will teach Language B (foreign language) classes from Beginner to Intermediate level for Grade 3 to Grade 5. Enthusiasm for and experience of teaching students between age range 6 to 11 is essential.

There is also a possibility of taking on some HLP (Home Language Teaching).

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate that they are an excellent and inspiring practitioner with the drive to continually develop within the profession.

Please note that to apply for this role, you must have an internationally recognised teaching qualification and reside in Singapore.

Main Responsibilities

• Teachers should be willing to contribute positively to the collaborative culture of the Spanish Department and Primary School team.
• Teachers construct learning experiences that challenge students, support diverse learners in each classroom, and demonstrate a strong commitment to concept-based teaching and learning.
• Teachers utilise the UWCSEA Learning Principles as a foundation for effective teaching and learning.
• Teachers ensure assessments support ongoing learning and provide timely, relevant and appropriate feedback to students on formative and summative assessments.
• Teachers demonstrate effective classroom management that shows an introduction to the academic, social and emotional dimensions of learning.
• Teachers keep parents informed about the learning of their children, and be proactive in communication with parents.

Expectations and Standards

Follow the UWCSEA Professional Code of Conduct https://drive.google.com/file/d/13bs54xzI8EKebZ0_FpHsk3LndGd8AO3x/view?usp=sharing and Safeguarding Code of Conduct.

Teach in line with the UWCSEA Teacher Standards

Person Specifications

A good degree with a specialization in an area specific to this position and a recognized teaching qualification or certification are expected. Candidates who are currently working towards a recognised teaching qualification are also welcome to apply.

The ideal candidate has experience as Spanish teacher at Primary School level.

Applicants should have a passion for working with 6 -11 year olds and understand their unique developmental needs.

Academic expectations include enthusiastic participation in Professional Learning.

A commitment to diversity and inclusion is essential alongside a willingness to adapt and develop pedagogy to meet the needs of our learners

Teachers should be willing and eager to participate in the five key elements of UWCSEA education: Academics; Activities; Outdoor Education; Personal and Social Education; and Service

Applications

The UWC Mission is to make education a force to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future. We are committed to creating a community in which all members feel safe and secure, and know that their authentic selves and individual differences are accepted with respect and care. At UWCSEA, we acknowledge that diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) is an ongoing and evolving process and strive to create and sustain a sense of belonging for all members of our community, past, present and future. Qualified applicants, including those who identify as a part of marginalized group(s) and individuals with (dis)abilities are all encouraged to apply. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applications to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices and all appointments are subject to interview, satisfactory references, identity and criminal record checks.