Description
Job Responsibilities
· Develop department policies to ensure continual improvement for short-term and long-term growth of the department
· Oversee teaching & learning and ensure quality of assessments in the subject areas of Language learning
· Develop strategies to optimise student learning and ensure student and staff well-being
· Monitor outcomes and undertake programme review and development
· Ensure the smooth running of the department, including actively building a culture of collaboration and continual improvement
· Lead and line-manage teachers in the Languages Department
· Perform administrative duties associated with the running of the department and management of resources, including the planning of continuing professional development
· Actively engage and communicate with parents / guardians
· Contribute to key working committees and participate in school events
· Create a nurturing and stimulating learning environment and promote the ethos and values of the school
Requirements
· A degree in English Language or similar area
· A MOE-recognised Diploma in Teaching or equivalent certification
· At least 5 years of teaching experience, with a minimum of 2 years as a Subject/Level Head in a High School setting
· Experience teaching international students and/or students learning English as a second language will be a distinct advantage
· Familiarity with one or more of the following syllabi:
a. Singapore Cambridge ‘O’ Level
b. International General Certificate of Secondary Education (UK)
c. Western Australian Certificate of Education (Australian High School)
d. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
· Experience in teaching IBDP will also be a plus
· Ability to plan and lead in the delivery of inquiry-based learning and to integrate technology into teaching and learning
· Keen sense of responsibility, passion to work with youths and a strong belief in holistic education
· Good communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills
· Capacity to inspire students of all abilities, build teams with colleagues from diverse backgrounds
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