School of Hospitality - Senior Lecturer / Lecturer (Hotel & Leisure Mgt)

Republic Polytechnic; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Singapore is seeking an experienced Senior Lecturer/Lecturer to develop and teach courses in Hotel & Leisure Management. The successful candidate will engage students with practical skills and industry knowledge, supporting their careers in hospitality. Applicants should have a relevant degree, significant teaching experience, and a solid industry background to provide real-world insights.

Benefits

People- and family-oriented culture

Opportunities for continuous professional development

Qualifications

• At least 8 to 10 years of practical industry experience in hotel operations.
• Experience collaborating with industry partners for internships.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop curriculum in Air Travel Management, Cruise and Rail Management, and Hotel and Resort Management.
• Engage students with industry-relevant knowledge and practical skills.

Skills

Teaching experience in hotel and hospitality education

Knowledge of hospitality industry trends

Curriculum design and assessment

Excellent communication skills

Innovative teaching methods integration

Education

Degree in hospitality, business, tourism, or related field

Job description

What the role is:

School of Hospitality - Senior Lecturer / Lecturer (Hotel & Leisure Management)

What you will be working on:

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Lecturer / Lecturer to join our academic team. The successful candidate will teach and develop curriculum in areas including Air Travel Management, Cruise and Rail Management, and Hotel and Resort Management. This role involves engaging students with industry-relevant knowledge and practical skills to prepare them for successful careers in the hotel and hospitality sectors.

What we are looking for:

Qualifications & Experience:

• Relevant academic qualifications in hospitality, business, tourism, or related disciplines. A Degree is preferred.
• At least 8 to 10 years of practical industry experience in air travel, cruise, rail, resort, or hotel operations is highly desirable, providing real-world insights to enrich student learning.
• Strong knowledge of current hospitality industry trends, challenges, operational standards, and best practices.
• Experience collaborating with industry partners for internships, guest lectures, or practical training is an advantage.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated with industry advancements.

Teaching & Professional Skills:

• Significant teaching experience in hotel and hospitality education, preferably at the tertiary or higher education level, with a proven ability to deliver engaging and effective lessons.
• Experience in curriculum design, development, and assessment aligned with industry needs and academic standards.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and mentoring skills, with the ability to engage and motivate diverse groups of students.
• Ability to integrate technology and innovative teaching methods into the classroom to enhance learning outcomes.

About Republic Polytechnic

The first educational institution in Singapore to leverage the Problem-based Learning approach for all its diploma programmes, Republic Polytechnic (RP) has seven schools offering courses in Applied Science, Engineering, Business, Hospitality, Infocomm, Sports and Health, and Technology for Arts, Media and Design. To support Singapore’s national effort to promote continuous, lifelong learning, our Academy for Continuing Education (ACE) offers a wide range of part-time programmes. We welcome you to grow with us! Discover a people- and family-oriented culture, where you are inspired to improve as you nurture lifelong learners. For more information from RP, please visit https://www.rp.edu.sg/careers or follow us on LinkedIn.