COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Headquartered in Singapore, The EtonHouse International Education Group has 120 schools across 11 countries. We run pre-schools as well as K-12 international schools. Together, these schools provide internationally recognized programmes and high-quality education to over 20,000 students globally. The group also runs enrichment programmes and cutting-edge ed-tech programmes to scale the provision of high-quality education in pre-schools.
Over the last 27 years, EtonHouse has been at the forefront of international education in the Asia Pacific region and has won numerous awards. In 2019, our founder, Mrs. Ng Gim Choo won the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Award in the Education category. In addition, EtonHouse was recently selected to be in the inaugural cohort of the Scale-Up SG programme, which is an Enterprise Singapore programme selecting high-growth potential local companies which can be groomed into future global champions.
With children at the heart of what we do and the vision to make good quality education accessible to every child in Singapore, EtonHouse launched the EtonHouse Community Fund (ECF) in 2015. As an independent IPC charity, ECF continuously runs initiatives to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children.
EtonHouse Vision
Shaping the future through education
EtonHouse Mission
Developing confident and capable global citizens
Be a part of the EtonHouse family
We welcome passionate and dedicated professionals who share our belief in the power of education. Together, we can make a meaningful difference to children and society through education.
RESPONSIBILITIES
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Science and Physics teacher to join a growing, boutique school in the heart of Singapore. The successful applicant will be expected to teach Science from ages 11-14 and Physics from ages 14 to 18. The school offers both IGCSE (Double Award) and International A Level Physics, so experience in these areas would be an advantage. They will have outstanding subject knowledge and have the ability to enthuse and inspire students, maximizing achievement and progress at all levels. A teacher with flexibility, resilience, and a caring and kind approach towards students. A learner with a drive to develop creative new approaches to student learning within a collaborative environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Deliver the Science and Physics curriculum to assigned classes in accordance with the School's timetable.
- Differentiate lessons according to the abilities and learning needs of individual students.
- Promote independent learning by adopting teaching and learning strategies which develop the competence and confidence of every student.
- Ensure the thorough implementation of subject specifications, teaching schemes, assessment policies and reporting procedures.
- Assess and develop the Physics curriculum in the school
- Plan and deliver schemes of work, including the choice of appropriate teaching and learning methods to meet the needs of the subject, and of different students.
- Keep abreast of current developments in Science and Physics education and to adapt the curriculum content and methods of teaching and examining as appropriate.
- Identifying appropriate resources within the limits of the school budget.
- Ensure health and safety policies are followed within the Physics classrooms.
- Ensure that the Physics classroom presents a stimulating environment, which help to influence students' attitudes positively towards the subject.
- Ensure students' work is regularly assessed and that homework is in line with school policy.
- Report to parents in accordance with the school's reporting policy.
- Use information gained from assessment, recording and reporting procedures to generate further improvement in student achievement.
- When required, take on a form tutor role in the Senior School and fulfill the responsibilities of that position.
- Follow the School's policies and procedures with regard to discipline and behaviour, daily routines, duties, homework, leave of absence and visits.
- Contribute to co-curricular activities that broaden students' experiences and contribute to the general life of the school.
- Promote the study of Physics amongst students and parents.
- Attend and contribute to meetings of a professional nature.
- Maintain appropriate links with teaching colleagues in all sections of the school and foster cross-curricular links where appropriate.
- Liaise with members of the Inclusive Education Team with regard to individual students, to ensure that those needs are understood, planned for and met.
- Develop effective links with the wider community, in order to extend the study of Physics and enhance teaching and learning.
QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 2 5 years relevant professional teaching experience in education;
- The candidate should hold a minimum of a Bachelor Degree in Science or Education or equivalent, which is obtained from a recognised University or College involving not less than 3 years full time study;
- Teachers Certificates, Diplomas or other Teacher Accreditation courses and certification are required if the applicant's degree is not in Education;
- IB PYP course and training are highly valued;
- Knowledge of or willingness to acquire knowledge of inquiry based learning is required;
- Applicants must provide original copies of their Certificates and academic transcripts for authentication;
- International experience, especially in Asia is highly regarded.
Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - EIS - Orchard
