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This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Design & Technology teacher to join a growing, boutique school in the heart of Singapore. The successful applicant will be expected to teach Design & Technology from ages 9-16, Upper Primary to IGCSE. The school offers IGCSE Design & Technology so experience in this area would be an advantage. They will have outstanding subject knowledge and have the ability to enthuse and inspire students, maximising 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 Design & Technology 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 Design & Technology 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 Design & Technology 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 Design & Technology workshop.
• Ensure that the Design & Technology workshop 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 Design & Technology 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 Design & Technology 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 Design and Techonlogy 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.