XCL World Academy is seeking to appoint a Head of Mathematics / Secondary Years Mathematics Teacher. This is a full-time position starting from 1 August 2025.
Preference will be given to teachers who have relevant subject-specific IB MYP and DP experience, as well as a clear track record of superior teaching in international school settings.
The Head of Department role is an added responsibility to the teaching position.
Main Responsibilities
- Teachers should be willing to contribute positively to the collaborative culture of the department and broader SY Team.
- Demonstrates to professional ethics, international mindedness and the school’s mission.
- Adheres cooperatively to XCL policies and regulations, including duties, deadlines, programme requirements (IB).
- Seeks clarification in case of lack of clarity to fully meet all expectations of the role and sets and maintains high standards of professionalism.
- Contribute to the development of curriculum and assessment documentation.
- Show exemplary attendance to work, recognizes the importance and provides support for XCL extended school day activities.
Main Responsibilities - Head of Mathematics
- Assists new and existing staff members in orientation of subject, programme and/or grade level curriculum.
- Leads an ongoing review of curriculum development and alignment within the department.
- Coordinates department's assessment calendar to ensure a balanced spread of assessment deadlines through the academic year, adhering to deadlines, laid out by the curriculum coordinators.
- Ensures the standardization of assessments and maintains accurate records of this process.
- Assists the department in the development of learning targets for students.
- Actively collaborates with other Heads of Department in ensuring horizontal and vertical curriculum and skills alignment for all students.
- Complete tasks directed by the Senior Leadership division, that would come under reasonable expectations of a department leader.
- Sets departmental goals that align with the vision and mission of the school.
- Provides guidance and support with regards to goal setting, monitoring of goals progresses for each individual staff member and conduct reflection meetings with team members.
- Facilitates and contributes to discussions and decision making as part of the curriculum leadership team.
Person Specifications
- Undergraduate degree from a recognized university or college.
- Possess skills and attitudes aligned to the purpose, mission and vision of XCL World Academy.
- Need clear eagerness, resilience and understanding to engage and collaborate in the development of a highly aspirational school.
- Teaching experience and professional certification specific to applied position.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience as a class teacher, preferably in an international K-12 school, IB Programme experience.
- Leadership experience in leading a department and performance managing employees.
- Have demonstrated commitment and education and learning beyond the classroom.
- Be flexible and willing to take on new challenges.
- Salary commensurate with experience (International School) and according to the School's teaching scale.
Application
Qualified candidates are welcome to apply for the position by 18 December 2024.
About us
XCL World Academy is an international school in Singapore for students aged 2 to 18, fully committed to the academic, emotional and social development of its students. We are immensely proud to be the first and only international school in Singapore authorised to offer all four International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes.
We aspire to recruit employees that share and understand our commitment towards creating our mission of empowering an international community of happy learners who aspire to positively impact others.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to Safer Recruitment processes such as interviews, employment reference checks, identity and criminal record checks.
