Secondary School Social Studies Specialist

ATOP ACADEMY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

ATOP Academy Pte. Ltd. in Singapore is seeking a dedicated Social Studies teacher to plan and deliver lessons aligned with the MOE syllabus. You will assess learning needs, tailor lessons, and guide students in source-based analyses and structured responses to build critical thinking and informed citizenship.

You will foster a positive classroom environment, provide constructive feedback, and prepare students for national exams while developing resources and case studies to enrich learning.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
• Solid knowledge of Social Studies concepts and current affairs.
• Familiar with Singapore MOE Secondary Social Studies syllabus and assessment requirements.
• Ability to teach source-based and structured-response answering techniques clearly.
• Passion for teaching and supporting secondary school students.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Social Studies lessons aligned with the Singapore MOE secondary syllabus.
• Assess students' learning needs and customise lesson plans to address knowledge and skills gaps.
• Teach key issues relating to citizenship, governance, diversity, globalisation, and Singapore's place in an interconnected world.
• Develop students' ability to interpret sources, evaluate reliability, compare perspectives, and draw well-supported conclusions.
• Guide students in answering source-based case study and structured-response questions effectively.
• Teach students to construct balanced arguments using relevant evidence, examples, and sound reasoning.
• Mark assignments, monitor student progress, and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Prepare students for school assessments and national examinations.
• Develop students' critical thinking, civic awareness, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Create a positive, engaging, and disciplined learning environment.
• Communicate professionally with parents regarding students' academic progress.
• Develop teaching resources, case studies, worksheets, and examination-practice materials.
• Uphold ATOP Academy's teaching standards, values, and commitment to academic excellence.

Skills

English proficiency

Social Studies knowledge

Source analysis

Communication skills

Classroom management

Education

GCE A-Level, Diploma, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Education, Social Sciences, Political Science, Sociology, or a related field

Job description

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Social Studies lessons aligned with Singapore MOE secondary syllabus.
• Assess students' learning needs and customise lesson plans to address knowledge and skills gaps.
• Teach key issues relating to citizenship, governance, diversity, globalisation, and Singapore's place in an interconnected world.
• Develop students' ability to interpret sources, evaluate reliability, compare perspectives, and draw well-supported conclusions.
• Guide students in answering source-based case study and structured-response questions effectively.
• Teach students to construct balanced arguments using relevant evidence, examples, and sound reasoning.
• Mark assignments, monitor student progress, and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Prepare students for school assessments and national examinations.
• Develop students' critical thinking, civic awareness, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Create a positive, engaging, and disciplined learning environment.
• Communicate professionally with parents regarding students' academic progress.
• Develop teaching resources, case studies, worksheets, and examination-practice materials.
• Uphold ATOP Academy's teaching standards, values, and commitment to academic excellence.

Requirements

• GCE A-Level, Diploma, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Education, Social Sciences, Political Science, Sociology, or a related field.
• Good command of spoken and written English.
• Strong knowledge of Social Studies concepts, contemporary issues, and source-analysis techniques.
• Familiarity with Singapore MOE Secondary Social Studies syllabus and assessment requirements.
• Ability to teach source-based and structured-response answering techniques clearly.
• Passion for teaching and supporting secondary school students.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and classroom management skills.
• Responsible, patient, enthusiastic, and committed to student success.
• Prior teaching or tutoring experience is an advantage but not required.