Head of Department

1 day ago

Singapore THE CURIOUS CAT ACADEMY PTE. LTD. Full time $60,000 - $84,000 per year
Roles & Responsibilities
Job Description & Requirements

About Us

The Curious Cat Academy is a young and dynamic education centre dedicated to nurturing curiosity, confidence, and critical thinking in our students. We work with both local and international learners, offering bespoke academic programmes and enrichment experiences designed to spark intellectual curiosity and lifelong learning.

At Curious Cat Academy, we believe that curiosity leads to excellence — and we are seeking a visionary Head of English Department to lead our English curriculum and teaching team in delivering meaningful learning experiences.

The Company

The Curious Cat Academy Pte. Ltd. provides premium academic and enrichment programmes for primary, secondary, and international school students (including IGCSE, IB, and AEIS learners). Our core belief is that students learn best when they are curious, inspired, and intellectually engaged.

We take pride in supporting our teachers with:

  • A collaborative and creative teaching environment
  • Professional growth and mentorship opportunities
  • Flexible scheduling for work-life balance
The Position: Head of English Department

Salary Range: $5,000 – $7,000 per month (commensurate with experience and qualifications)

Benefits:

  • Attractive annual leave and off-in-lieu arrangements
  • Performance-based bonuses and year-end incentives
  • Structured training, lesson materials, and ongoing support for new teachers
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the English Department in upholding academic excellence and innovation.
  • Design, review and enhance engaging English lessons based on exam-prep syllabuses (MOE / IGCSE / IB).
  • Mentor and support English teachers in lesson planning, pedagogy, and classroom management.
  • Conduct internal teacher training, peer observations, and curriculum workshops.
  • Oversee the development and implementation of learning materials and assessments aligned with Academy standards.
Teaching & Academic Oversight
  • Teach selected English classes to model effective instruction and maintain classroom engagement.
  • Evaluate student performance across programmes and implement strategies for improvement.
  • Conduct lesson audits and ensure consistent teaching quality across all English levels.
  • Collaborate with the Academic Head on curriculum integration and programme innovation.
Administrative & Strategic Duties
  • Coordinate department scheduling, timetables, and resource allocation.
  • Monitor and report on departmental performance, student outcomes, and teacher progress.
  • Participate in academic meetings and support centre-wide initiatives.
  • Contribute to parent communication, workshops, and community engagement events.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree or higher in English, Education, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum 3–5 years of teaching experience , with leadership or curriculum development experience preferred.
  • Strong understanding of MOE, IGCSE, or IB English syllabuses.
  • Excellent command of English and demonstrated ability to guide teachers in pedagogy and assessment.
  • Passionate about fostering a culture of curiosity, creativity, and continuous improvement.
  • Able to commit to after-school hours and at least one or two weekend teaching days (off-in-lieu provided on weekdays).
Work Location

189A Thomson Road

Goldhill Shopping Centre

Singapore 307631

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