Teacher (Science and Math), Middle School

Overview
As a leading international school in Singapore, Stamford American International School (Stamford American) caters to students aged 2 months to 18 years old. With students from 79 countries and over 3000 students across two state-of-the-art campuses, we offer a dynamic educational journey emphasizing student well-being and academic excellence.
Stamford American is proud to be an IB World School, offering the full continuum of the International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes: the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), and IB Diploma Programme (DP). The school’s outstanding faculty comprises more than 350 experienced and highly qualified teachers from over 40 nationalities, recruited through a competitive process. Educators are skilled in their content areas and pedagogy, and excel at building strong relationships to create an environment where students feel safe, supported, and valued.
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The job holder’s responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people for whom they are responsible, or with whom they come into contact, will be to adhere to and ensure compliance with the relevant Cognita Safeguarding; Child Protection Policy and Procedures at all times. If in the course of carrying out the duties of the role, the job holder identifies any instance that a child is suffering or likely to suffer significant harm either at school or at home, they must report any concerns to the School’s Designated Safeguarding Lead or to the Head or to the Cognita Regional Safeguarding Manager so that a referral can be made accordingly to the relevant third party services.
About the Role:
To meet the school’s vision through the objectives of the MYP program. To engage students from over 70 national and linguistic backgrounds in the AERO (American Education Reaches Out) standards using inquiry-based methods to deepen student understanding.
Position Requirements:
At least 3 - 5 years of experience in working with children as a grade teacher with relevant qualifications
MYP/IB experience preferred
Show examples of inquiry-based methods for teaching Mathematics in current practice
Curriculum development knowledge is required
Proficiency in using school databases, communications platforms, and educational technology including but not limited to Google Drive, Docs, Forms, Sheets and Classroom
Proficiency in administering learning platforms such as Google Classroom, IXL, Khan Academy etc. to track students’ progress and give feedback
Advisory/Pastoral experience preferred
Possess highly developed interpersonal and teamwork skills
Excellent verbal and written English skills
Good references on request
Proficiency in using computers
Demonstrates the Stamford Values – Courage, Ingenuity, Compassion, Integrity
Sense of humour
Qualifications:
Required:
Minimum bachelor’s degree in Education or equivalent
Professional current teacher licensure or certification
Preferred:
Master’s degree in relevant field
With a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, all potential employees undergo mandatory pre-employment background checks, and appointments are contingent upon satisfactory completion of all reference and background checks, as required by our parent organization, Cognita.
The school is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued. There is no discrimination on the basis of age, ethnicity, nationality, gender, religion, sexual orientation, family status, pregnancy, marital status, medical or mental health history, physical characteristics, or disability. All applications from qualified candidates are welcome.
Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the recruitment process.
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