Teacher (Science and Math), Middle School

STAMFORD AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international school in Singapore is looking for a qualified grade teacher with a strong background in inquiry-based teaching and MYP/IB experience. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Education, strong interpersonal skills, and proficiency in educational technology. The position emphasizes a commitment to safeguarding children's welfare. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as a grade teacher.
• MYP/IB experience preferred.
• Demonstrates inquiry-based math teaching methods.
• Experience in curriculum development.
• Excellent verbal and written English skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage students using inquiry-based methods.
• Promote safeguarding of children.
• Develop curriculum aligned with AERO standards.

Skills

Experience with children

Inquiry-based teaching methods

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in educational technology

Teamwork skills

Sense of humor

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education

Professional teacher licensure

Master’s degree in relevant field

Tools

Google Drive

Google Classroom

IXL

Khan Academy

Job description

Overview

As a leading international school in Singapore, Stamford American International School (Stamford American) caters to students aged 2 months to 18 years old. With students from 79 countries and over 3000 students across two state-of-the-art campuses, we offer a dynamic educational journey emphasizing student well-being and academic excellence.

Stamford American is proud to be an IB World School, offering the full continuum of the International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes: the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), and IB Diploma Programme (DP). The school’s outstanding faculty comprises more than 350 experienced and highly qualified teachers from over 40 nationalities, recruited through a competitive process. Educators are skilled in their content areas and pedagogy, and excel at building strong relationships to create an environment where students feel safe, supported, and valued.

*Applicants are required to submit their application through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS). Kindly copy-paste this link into a browser: https://cognitapeople.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/1550?c=cognitapeople&source=MyCareerFuture in order to access the vacancy.

The job holder’s responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people for whom they are responsible, or with whom they come into contact, will be to adhere to and ensure compliance with the relevant Cognita Safeguarding; Child Protection Policy and Procedures at all times. If in the course of carrying out the duties of the role, the job holder identifies any instance that a child is suffering or likely to suffer significant harm either at school or at home, they must report any concerns to the School’s Designated Safeguarding Lead or to the Head or to the Cognita Regional Safeguarding Manager so that a referral can be made accordingly to the relevant third party services.

About the Role:

To meet the school’s vision through the objectives of the MYP program. To engage students from over 70 national and linguistic backgrounds in the AERO (American Education Reaches Out) standards using inquiry-based methods to deepen student understanding.

Position Requirements:

• At least 3 - 5 years of experience in working with children as a grade teacher with relevant qualifications
• MYP/IB experience preferred
• Show examples of inquiry-based methods for teaching Mathematics in current practice
• Curriculum development knowledge is required
• Proficiency in using school databases, communications platforms, and educational technology including but not limited to Google Drive, Docs, Forms, Sheets and Classroom
• Proficiency in administering learning platforms such as Google Classroom, IXL, Khan Academy etc. to track students’ progress and give feedback
• Advisory/Pastoral experience preferred
• Possess highly developed interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Excellent verbal and written English skills
• Good references on request
• Proficiency in using computers
• Demonstrates the Stamford Values – Courage, Ingenuity, Compassion, Integrity
• Sense of humour

Qualifications:

Required:

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in Education or equivalent
• Professional current teacher licensure or certification

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in relevant field

With a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, all potential employees undergo mandatory pre-employment background checks, and appointments are contingent upon satisfactory completion of all reference and background checks, as required by our parent organization, Cognita.

The school is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued. There is no discrimination on the basis of age, ethnicity, nationality, gender, religion, sexual orientation, family status, pregnancy, marital status, medical or mental health history, physical characteristics, or disability. All applications from qualified candidates are welcome.

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the recruitment process.