Primary Class Teacher (1 Year Contract, Jan - Dec 2027)

Middleton International School Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 39,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Middleton International School Pte. Ltd. seeks a dedicated class teacher to deliver high-quality learning in a dynamic school community. The role involves respecting diverse backgrounds, managing a classroom, and coordinating with the Principal and staff on assessment, planning and behaviour management.

You will maintain records, collaborate on long-term planning, and engage parents to support student welfare and development. International experience is valued.

Qualifications

• At least 2–5 years relevant professional teaching experience in early childhood/primary/secondary school setting.
• Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood or Education or equivalent, from a recognised University or College with not less than 3 years full-time study.
• Teacher Certificates, Diplomas or other Teacher Accreditation courses are required if the applicant’s degree is not in Education.
• IPC course and training are highly valued.
• Knowledge of or willingness to acquire knowledge of inquiry based learning is required.
• Applicants must provide original copies of their Certificates and transcripts for authentication.
• International experience, especially in Asia, is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Respect and value each child’s social, cultural and religious background and by example, provide mutual respect and tolerance.
• Share in the management of pastoral care, health, welfare and behaviour of all pupils.
• Undertake the teaching of a class in accordance with the school’s policies and guidelines.
• Use a variety of teaching and caring methods to ensure high quality learning.
• Provide planning documents identifying objectives, differentiated tasks, special needs, extension and assessment.
• Maintain professional dialogue with colleagues and keep information confidential.
• Ensure equal opportunities for all.
• Encourage children to take pride in their environment and show respect for others.
• Be responsible for classroom management and maintain a tidy, well-organised room.
• Create an interesting classroom promoting independent learning.
• Collaborate on pupil assessment procedures and moderation portfolios.
• Keep records of achievement and provide reports as necessary.
• Build positive links with parents.
• Guide and monitor classroom helpers.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum planning

Child development

Communication with parents

Assessment & reporting

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood or Education

ICP/IPC course (valued)

Teacher Certification/Accreditation

Job description

Job Description

Responsible to Principal in the execution of professional duties and responsibilities.

As class teacher, to:

• Respect and value each child’s social, cultural and religious background and by example, provide mutual respect and tolerance.

• Share in the management of pastoral care, health, welfare and behaviour of all pupils and in particular, those within your designated class group.

• Undertake the teaching of a class in accordance with the school’s agreed policies and guidelines.

• Use a variety of appropriate teaching and caring methods to ensure high quality learning takes place.

• Provide planning documents identifying specific learning objectives, differentiated tasks, special needs, extension and assessment, to the Principal or other authorized officer.

• Maintain professional dialogue with colleagues concerning the children, other colleagues and the school. Treat all information with confidentiality.

• Ensure the provision of equal opportunities for all.

• Encourage children to take pride in their own environment and show respect and concern for others, to the benefit of the school as a caring community.

• Be responsible for all aspects of classroom management eg. Care of equipment with resources well-labelled and accessible. Maintain a tidy, well organised room.

• Create an interesting and lively classroom which promotes independent learning.

• Collaborate with Principal and staff in establishing and developing effective pupil assessment procedures and moderation portfolios.

• Keep appropriate records of achievement for each child in class and provide reports as necessary.

• Build positive links between yourself and parents of children in your care.

• Guide, motivate and monitor classroom helpers in carrying out their tasks

As team member, to:

• Collaborate with staff in long term planning.

• Take corporate responsibility for displays throughout the school.

• Share management and delivery of assemblies.

• Offer and receive advice and guidance on issues which affect the whole school’s performance and thos.

• Share your expertise.

• Participate in appraisal procedures and in-service training that provide personal, professional and career development.

Qualifications

• At least 2 – 5 years relevant professional teaching experience in early childhood/primary/secondary school setting;

• The candidate should hold a minimum of a Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood or Education or equivalent, which is obtained from a recognised University or College involving not less than 3 years full time study;

• Teachers Certificates, Diplomas or other Teacher Accreditation courses and certification are required if the applicant’s degree is not in Education;

• IPC course and training are highly valued;

• Knowledge of or willingness to acquire knowledge of inquiry based learning is required;

• Applicants must provide original copies of their Certificates and academic transcripts for authentication;

• International experience, especially in Asia is highly regarded.

All applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.