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- Develop department policies to ensure continual improvement for short-term and long-term growth of the department.
- Oversee teaching & learning and ensure quality of assessments in the subject areas of Language learning.
- Develop strategies to optimise student learning and ensure student and staff well-being.
- Monitor outcomes and undertake programme review and development.
- Ensure the smooth running of the department, including actively building a culture of collaboration and continual improvement.
- Lead and line-manage teachers in the Languages Department
- Perform administrative duties associated with the running of the department and management of resources, including the planning of continuing professional development.
- Actively engage and communicate with parents / guardians.
- Contribute to key working committees and participate in school events.
- Create a nurturing and stimulating learning environment and promote the ethos and values of the school.
- A degree in English Language or similar area
- A MOE-recognised Diploma in Teaching or equivalent certification
- At least 5 years of teaching experience, with a minimum of 2 years as a Subject/Level Head in a High School setting
- Experience teaching international students and/or students learning English as a second language will be a distinct advantage.
- Familiarity with one or more of the following syllabi:
- Singapore Cambridge 'O' Level
- International General Certificate of Secondary Education (UK)
- Western Australian Certificate of Education (Australian High School)
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
- Experience in teaching IBDP will also be a plus.
- Ability to plan and lead in the delivery of inquiry-based learning and to integrate technology into teaching and learning.
- Keen sense of responsibility, passion to work with youths and a strong belief in holistic education.
- Good communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills
- Capacity to inspire students of all abilities, build teams with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to deliver, manage and develop curricula in imaginative and exciting ways.
- High proficiency with technologies for learning
- Readiness to build and nurture collaborative relationships with parents, partner schools and the community.
- Have respect for, embraces and values the diversity of experiences, ideas and experience of both students and colleagues, keen sense of empathy.
High School Academic Head, Languages - Singapore - ST FRANCIS METHODIST SCHOOL LTD.
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Roles & ResponsibilitiesRole
St Francis Methodist School caters to students from 6 to 18 years of age. We are looking for a passionate, adaptable educator to fill the role of Academic Head of the High School Languages Department.
The Academic Head is a member of the Key Personnel Team which has the responsibility of ensuring teaching and learning meets the standards and practices of the school's programmes. He/she reports to the Vice-Principal. The High School Academic Head is expected to take on an adjusted teaching load alongside departmental leadership duties.
Key Responsibilities
Job Requirements
Additional Skills and Attributes
Leadership
Teaching
Secondary Education
Classroom Management
Good Interpersonal Communication Skills
Adaptable
Teaching Experience
Wellbeing
Creative Thinking
Able To Work Independently