Teacher (IBDP-Psychology)

GLOBAL INDIAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL PTE. LTD.; Serangoon Garden Circus; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An international educational institution in Singapore is seeking an experienced educator to deliver high-quality instruction in IBDP Psychology for Year 1 and Year 2 students while providing comprehensive counselling support for students from Grades 6 to 12. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in both psychology and teaching, with a commitment to fostering student well-being and academic success.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of teaching experience in Psychology at the senior secondary level.
• Proven experience providing school counselling services.
• Understanding of the IB Learner Profile and International Mindedness.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the IBDP Psychology curriculum effectively.
• Provide individual and group counselling to students.
• Collaborate with staff to support students across various programs.

Skills

Emotional intelligence

Crisis management

Inquiry-based teaching

Conflict resolution

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology

Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.)

Master’s degree in Psychology or related field

Certification in School Counselling

Tools

Educational technologies

Learning management systems

Job description

The role holder is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction in IBDP Psychology for Year 1 and Year 2 students and for providing holistic counselling support to students across Grades 6 to 12, irrespective of curriculum. This includes academic guidance, social-emotional development, mental health support, and behavioural counselling in alignment with the school's mission and international best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Functional

• Deliver the IBDP Psychology curriculum with a focus on the biological, cognitive, and sociocultural approaches to understanding human behaviour.
• Use inquiry-based, concept-driven instruction and embed TOK, ATL skills, and international-mindedness in classroom practice.
• Design differentiated lessons and assessments aligned with IB Psychology assessment criteria (Papers 1–3 and IA).
• Support students with their Internal Assessments (IA) and, where applicable, the Extended Essay in Psychology.
• Provide timely, meaningful feedback and record progress through platforms like ManageBac.
• Collaborate with the DP Coordinator and academic team to support curriculum planning and reflection.
• Participate in IB training and professional development to ensure alignment with IB standards and practices.

Counselling Role: Grades 6 to 12 (All Curricula)

• Provide individual and group counselling to address emotional, social, behavioural, and academic concerns.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate wellness programs, SEL sessions, and life skills workshops across Grades 6–12.
• Work closely with Coordinators, and teachers to identify students in need of additional support.
• Provide proactive career and academic counselling, including time management, study skills, and stress management strategies.
• Serve as a key liaison with parents, maintaining open communication and offering guidance when external interventions are needed.
• Maintain confidential records of student sessions and prepare reports as needed while following ethical and safeguarding protocols.
• Promote a culture of well‑being, inclusion, and student agency within the school environment.

Professional Competencies

Teaching and Learning

• Strong command of IB pedagogy and experience in fostering critical thinking, reflection, and academic honesty.
• Ability to engage students with varying learning styles and support academic differentiation.
• Consistent use of formative and summative assessments aligned to IB standards.

Counselling and Student Support

• High emotional intelligence and empathy when engaging with adolescents.
• Skilled in conflict resolution, crisis management, and trauma-informed practices.
• Experience addressing peer issues, exam anxiety, self‑esteem, grief, behavioural difficulties, and more.

Collaboration & Communication

• Collaborate with staff across multiple programs (e.g., IB, CBSE, Cambridge) to ensure coherent support structures.
• Contribute to student review meetings, pastoral care frameworks, and parent information sessions.
• Effective documentation, case follow‑up, and stakeholder communication.

Interaction

• Students (Grades 6–12)
• DP Coordinator & Subject Teachers
• Academic Coordinators (Middle & Senior School)
• School Leadership
• Parents/Guardians
• Inclusion & SEN Team
• External mental health professionals

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, Counselling Psychology, or a related field.
• Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) or equivalent professional teaching qualification.
• Postgraduate qualification (master’s degree) in Psychology, Counselling, or related field preferred.
• Certification or diploma in School Counselling, Child & Adolescent Mental Health, or related therapeutic approaches.
• IBDP Category 1 and/or 2 training in Psychology (or willingness to obtain within the first year).
• Proficiency in educational technologies, learning management systems, and blended/hybrid teaching platforms.
• Professional fluency in English – reading, writing, speaking.
• Demonstrated competence in digital pedagogy and ability to integrate technology meaningfully into counselling and classroom practice.

Experience

• 3–5 years of teaching experience in Psychology at the senior secondary level, preferably in the IB Diploma Programme or other international curricula.
• Proven experience providing school counselling services to students in Grades 6–12, addressing academic, emotional, behavioural, and social issues.
• Experience designing stimulating, inquiry-based lesson plans in Psychology to foster conceptual understanding and student engagement.
• Ability to guide students in:
  • Developing critical thinking and analytical skills in the context of psychological theories and societal issues.
  • Understanding and appreciating human diversity, cultural perspectives, and ethical implications in behaviour and social systems.
  • Conducting research, analysing data, forming evidence-based conclusions, and understanding methodological limitations (especially relevant to IA in IB Psychology).
• Experience supervising Internal Assessments (IA) and/or Extended Essays in Psychology or related subjects.
• Understanding of the IB Learner Profile, Approaches to Teaching and Learning (ATL), and International Mindedness.
• Skilled in adapting teaching and counselling strategies to support differentiated learning, inclusive education, and student agency.
• Experience with cross-curricular collaboration and supporting pastoral care frameworks.
• Willingness to contribute to broader school life through participation in events, workshops, student mentoring, and interdisciplinary initiatives.