Part-time Teacher of Mathematics
SJI International High School
Singapore
- Expired
- Job type:
- Part Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- Jan 2019
- Apply by:
- 15 November 2018
Job overview
SJI International is seeking to employ the following for January 2019:
A late expansion in student numbers due to additional classes in Grades 7 and 8, has led to the creation of this new position. SJI International students are highly motivated and enjoyable to work with. Approximately 50% of students take Additional Maths at IGCSE and many of those continue on to challenge themselves at IB Diploma higher level. We are seeking an enthusiastic, interesting and interested teacher to join our team.
This position is suitable only for people ordinarily resident in Singapore in January 2019. Applications are encouraged from either middle or high school specialists.
Please note that this is initially for a 6 month contract period with the intention to extend or make the position full time in July 2019.
Although the job description indicates IB level teaching, the position includes teaching the Maths Studies course only. The role can be adapted to suit a middle school maths teacher if needed.
Application Process
All applications for this position must be submitted through Schrole (ALPi for Search Associates Candidates) The links can be found on our Employment Page.
Candidates will be required to submit a letter of application (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae. You will also need to include the names and contact details of at least three referees (professional referees who have line managed you), one of which must be the Head of your current school (if this is not possible, please explain reason in your letter of application).
The closing date for receipt of applications for this position is 15 November 2018. Interviews will take place by Skype or in Singapore shortly after this date.
For further details (including job descriptions and Conditions of Service), please visit our website.
Additional Requirements
For all teaching posts the successful candidates will have a good first degree in their teaching specialism, a recognised teaching qualification and a proven track record as inspirational teachers. The ability to teach across the age and ability range from Grade 7 (12 year-olds) to IB Diploma level is preferred unless a middle school / IB Diploma specialism is specifically stated. Significant training and development opportunities are available for teachers (both in-house and through external providers) and the desire to take part in and contribute to collaborative school and personal development is essential. SJI International always seeks to employ teachers who are willing to become fully involved in the holistic life of the school. Applicants are encouraged to highlight how they would enhance our thriving extra-curricular, service and / or outdoor education programmes.
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About SJI International High School
Our School
Situated on a spacious, leafy campus with impressive facilities, SJI International High School is an independent coeducational Lasallian Catholic day school. Currently in its tenth year, the school has grown steadily and enjoys an outstanding reputation for quality education in Singapore. The school follows a Southern Hemisphere academic year (January to December). The student body numbers some 1040 students (aged 12 - 18), with 390 IB Diploma students in Grades 11 and 12. Academic standards are very high. The average IB Diploma score for our most recent cohort of students was 37.9 points (in 2017), with 42% of our students achieving 40 points or more (a record for the school). Our most recent A*/A pass rate at IGCSE was 72% (38% at A*).
Academic excellence is, however, only part of the SJI International story. The school prides itself on its values driven and holistic programme. This includes service (a central part of our mission) and leadership programmes, an extensive range of co-curricular activities and an exciting outdoor education programme. Applications for teaching posts are welcomed from enthusiastic, ambitious teachers of all religious denominations who are prepared to support our Lasallian Catholic ethos and play a full part in our thriving school community.
Some of the identified strengths of our school include the following:
- Motivated and aspirational students.
- Outstanding regional reputation for high quality, holistic education.
- Excellent opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Recognised leader in Service Learning - a core part of our mission.
- Students and Teachers who are committed to our Vision and Mission.
SJI International seeks to attract applications from enthusiastic, ambitious teachers of all religious denominations who are prepared to fully support our Catholic and Lasallian ethos and who are willing to play a full part in our thriving school community. Our ideal candidate is an outstanding classroom practitioner - with a focus on active and child-centred learning. At the same time, being a teacher at SJI International is much more! We expect all teachers to become fully involved in all areas of school life: Service; Sports; Activities and/or Outdoor Education. SJI International seeks to employ teacher who are willing to become fully involved in the holistic life of the school. Applicants are encouraged to highlight how they would enhance this thriving programme.
Details of all available posts (including job descriptions and Conditions of Service) are available on our school website. For all teaching posts the successful candidates will have a good first degree in their teaching specialism, a recognised teaching qualification and a proven track record as inspirational teachers. The ability to teach across the age and ability range from Grade 7 (12 year-olds) to IB Diploma level is preferred, unless otherwise stated.
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