Physics & Engineering Assistant Head

NUS HIGH SCHOOL OF MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized educational institution in Singapore seeks an Assistant Head/Teacher for Physics & Engineering. The successful candidate will inspire and mentor students in a 6-year integrated curriculum, utilizing innovative teaching approaches. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Physics or Engineering and relevant teaching credentials. This role involves curriculum development and supporting high-ability learners. Applicants can expect a 2-year contract, with remuneration based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Possess a relevant professional teaching qualification or equivalent.
• Competent in teaching Physics at GCE O-Level or A-Level H2 content.
• Driven with research experience in Physics or Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop an integrated 6-year Physics & Engineering curriculum.
• Inspire students and foster a love for Physics and Engineering.
• Support Head of Department in leading curriculum design and evaluation.

Skills

Teaching Physics

Curriculum development

Mentoring research projects

Innovative teaching methods

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Physics or Engineering

Job description

The NUS High School is a specialised school offering a seamless 6-year programme to students between the ages of 12+ and 18 years and who have an aptitude for Mathematics and Science. We invite suitable applicants for the following position.

Assistant Head / Teacher – Physics & Engineering

• Possess a relevant professional teaching qualification (or Post‑Graduate Diploma Education equivalent) and
• have a passion in the relevant teaching subjects and inspire students to love the subjects via teaching and role‑modeling
• can participate and contribute to the planning, development and teaching of an integrated 6-year curriculum in the relevant teaching subjects
• are effective within and outside the classroom, adopt innovative pedagogies such as IT‑enabled learning, differentiated learning, collaborative learning and learner‑focused interaction
• can initiate and mentor research projects
• are able to provide for the learning needs and character development of high‑ability learners ranging from 12+ to 18 years of age
• are able to contribute as an effective Co‑curricular Activities (CCA) teacher and form‑teacher

Requirements:

• A good Bachelor’s or higher Degree in Physics or Engineering
• Possess a relevant professional teaching qualification (or Post‑Graduate Diploma Education equivalent) will be an advantage
• Competent in teaching Physics at GCE O-Level content or GCE A-Level H2 content
• Knowledge in Astronomy and able to support Astronomy CCA will be an advantage.
• Driven and able to support Head of Department to lead the department in designing, implementing and evaluating an integrated 6-year Physics & Engineering curriculum
• Research experience in Physics or Engineering areas and ability to guide students in research projects will be advantageous

Employment Terms:

• 2-year contract, subject to renewal
• Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Interested applicants, please email your detailed resume to [e-mail]

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.