Teacher of High School Mathematics

UWCSEA; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UWCSEA is seeking a passionate and committed Teacher of High School Mathematics to join our Dover Campus in August 2027. The appointee will teach a range of classes from Grade 9 to Grade 12, with IB Diploma Mathematics offered in Grades 11 and 12 and a bespoke Learning Programme in Grades 9 and 10.

The successful candidate will be an inspiring practitioner with a drive to develop within the profession, and will teach Theory of Knowledge as needed.

Qualifications

• Good degree in Mathematics or closely related discipline and a recognized teaching qualification or certification.
• IBDP experience with AA and AI courses is a distinct advantage.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) within the learning community.

Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of mathematics classes in Grades 9–12.
• Contribute to a concept-based curriculum with the team.
• Provide timely feedback on formative and summative assessments.
• Maintain effective classroom management and communication with parents.
• Support Pastoral and mentoring responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Concept-based teaching

Collaboration

Differentiated instruction

Parent communication

Education

Mathematics degree

Teaching qualification/certification

Job description

UWCSEA is seeking a passionate and committed Teacher of High School Mathematicsto join our Dover Campus in August 2027.

The appointee will teach a range of classes from Grade 9 to Grade 12. UWCSEA offers all levels of IB Diploma Mathematics in Grades 11 and 12. In Grades 9 and 10 we offer our UWCSEA Learning Programme of bespoke courses. All students study Mathematics in Grade 9 and 10, many opt to take an additional Mathematics Plus course. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate that they are an excellent and inspiring practitioner with the drive to continually develop within the profession. All high school teachers are also expected to teach Theory of Knowledge as needed.

The Mathematics Department is composed of enthusiastic and dynamic teachers who work in a very well-resourced environment for learning. Teaching takes place in dedicated Mathematics classrooms.

Main Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of mathematics classes in Grade 9-12 and contribute ideas and resources to our concept based curriculum.
• Teachers should be willing to contribute positively to the collaborative culture of the Mathematics and broader High School teams.
• Teachers should construct learning experiences that challenge students, support the diversity of learners in each classroom and demonstrate a strong commitment to concept-based teaching and learning.
• Teachers should ensure assessments support ongoing learning and provide timely, relevant and appropriate feedback to students on formative and summative assessments.
• Teachers should demonstrate effective classroom management that shows an understanding of the academic, social and emotional dimensions of learning.
• Teachers should keep parents informed about the learning of their children, and be proactive in communication with parents.
• A good degree in Mathematics or a closely related discipline and a recognized teaching qualification or certification are expected.
• Broad experience of curriculum programme development with IBDP experience of the IB Diploma AA and AI courses a distinct advantage.
• Academic expectations include enthusiastic participation in Professional Learning
• Pastoral expectations include the leadership of a mentorgroup unless the teacher is exempted due to other responsibilities
• On average the College expects a yearly contribution of two sessions per week in each season to Activities and/or Service.
• Teachers should be willing and eager to participate in the five key elements of a UWCSEA education: Academics; Activities; Outdoor Education; Personal and Social Education and Service
• The College expects that teachers will participate enthusiastically in the curricular Outdoor Education experiences which are relevant to their students and will also occasionally volunteer for holiday Outdoor Education trips.
• A commitment to diversity and inclusion is essential alongside a willingness to adapt and develop pedagogy to meet the needs of our learners.

The UWC Mission is to make education a force to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future. We are committed to creating a community in which all members feel safe and secure, and know that their authentic selves and individual differences are accepted with respect and care. At UWCSEA, we acknowledge that diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) is an ongoing and evolving process and strive to create and sustain a sense of belonging for all members of our community, past, present and future. Qualified applicants, including those who identify as a part of marginalized group(s) and individuals with (dis)abilities are all encouraged to apply.Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices and all appointments are subject to interview, satisfactory references, identity and criminal record checks.