Lower Elementary Teacher - International School

Location: Singapore
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Education / International School

About the Opportunity

WeConnect Search is recruiting a passionate, innovative, and globally minded Lower Elementary Teacher on behalf of our client, a progressive international school in Singapore.

Our client offers a dynamic, student-centered learning environment that emphasizes inquiry-based learning, creativity, critical thinking, and real-world application.

We are looking for an educator who is not only passionate about teaching young learners but also excited about building, shaping, and contributing to a growing school community. The ideal candidate will bring an entrepreneurial mindset, adaptability, and a genuine enthusiasm for developing engaging learning experiences, refining teaching practices, and helping establish a strong foundation for the school's continued growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, inquiry-based lessons tailored to lower elementary students.

• Build strong foundations in early literacy, numeracy, critical thinking, and independent learning.

• Design hands-on, interdisciplinary learning experiences that connect classroom concepts with real-world applications.

• Create an inclusive, language-rich classroom environment that supports students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

• Apply differentiated instructional strategies to support English Language Learners (ELLs) and varying learning abilities.

• Use formative assessments, constructive feedback, and student-centered approaches to monitor and enhance learning outcomes.

• Foster curiosity, creativity, resilience, collaboration, and a growth mindset among young learners.

• Promote student well-being and establish a positive, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment.

• Collaborate with colleagues and school leadership to develop curriculum, strengthen instructional practices, and contribute to school-wide initiatives.

• Take an active role in building and shaping the school's learning culture, educational practices, and growing community.

• Participate in professional development, school activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related discipline, together with a recognized teaching qualification or certification.

• At least 5 years of relevant teaching experience preferred, ideally in lower elementary education within an international school or inquiry-based learning environment.

• Strong expertise in early literacy, numeracy, and developmentally appropriate teaching practices.

• Experience with inquiry-based, interdisciplinary, or student-centered learning methodologies.

• Familiarity with American educational approaches or international curricula.

• Experience supporting multilingual learners or English Language Learners (ELLs) through differentiated instruction.

• Understanding of evidence-based instructional practices, formative assessment, and cognitive science in learning.

• Experience with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) or similar thematic curricula is an advantage.

• Strong communication, classroom management, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

• A builder's mindset - someone who enjoys contributing ideas, creating effective learning practices, and being part of a school that is continuously evolving.

• Adaptability, initiative, and a willingness to contribute beyond the classroom in a collaborative, growing school environment.

• A genuine passion for nurturing young learners, continuous professional growth, and educational innovation.

What Our Client Offers

• The opportunity to be part of a growing, forward-thinking international school.

• A meaningful role in shaping teaching practices, learning experiences, and school culture.

• A collaborative, supportive, and innovative educational environment.

• Opportunities for continuous professional development and career growth.

• A multicultural learning community committed to holistic student development.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their updated CV outlining their relevant teaching experience, qualifications, and educational background.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussions.

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