Teacher of Chinese

We are seeking this position to start in January 2027.

Our School Ethos:

SJI International is a co-educational Lasallian Catholic school inSingapore offering a holistic, values-driven international education to adiverse community of all faiths. Rooted in our mission of character education,we equip students to be compassionate and responsible global citizens guided bythe core values of Faith, Service, Community, Excellence, and Respect. We arecommitted to fostering an environment where students Learn, Inspire, and Serve.

Child Safeguarding Statement

Aligned with the recommendations of the International Taskforce on ChildProtection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruitingpractices with specific attention to child protection. We are committed tosafeguarding and promoting the welfare of students in its care. As an employer,the school expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All postholders are appointed subject to satisfactory Criminal Records Checks, SocialMedia Checks, Civil Litigation Checks, Global Sanctions Checks, and ReferenceChecks with past employers. All long-listed candidates are also required to completeand sign an Information and Declaration Form, which includes a declaration ofany previous disciplinary issues or criminal convictions.

Primary Responsibility:

To passionately inspire students with a stimulating,challenging, and enjoyable learning experience, both in and beyond theclassroom. This role extends beyond academic instruction to fostering criticalthinking, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning, empowering students tothrive holistically and achieve their full potential within the supportiveethos of SJI International, while upholding the highest standards ofsafeguarding and student well-being.

SpecificResponsibilities:

Teaching and Learning:

. Identify and adopt the most effective active, creative teachingapproaches for SJII students in line with current best practice and the ethosof our school

. Work with other members ofthe Faculty to apply consistent standards in the following: curriculum planningand delivery formative and summative assessment through classwork, homeworkand formal examination standardisation and moderation of the examinationsprocess

. Create a stimulatinglearning environment, including displays of student work

. Teach across the ageand ability ranges from Foundation IGCSE (Grades 7 & 8) through toIGCSE (Grades 9 & 10), to the IB Diploma Programme (Grades 11 & 12) [IBDP/A-Levelexperience is an advantage]

. Identify and takeadvantage of opportunities to use resources offered within and beyond Singaporeto take learning outside the classroom

. Adopt strategies andmonitor teaching and learning activities to support individuals with SEN/ESL inline with school and faculty policy

. Ensure compliance with allrules regarding health and safety in the classroom

. Set and mark homeworkregularly in line with school and faculty policy

. Identify and teach studyskills/strategies that will develop students ability to work independently

. Take part in the process and marking of the Extended Essaycomponent of the IB Diploma

Assessment, Recording and Reporting:

. Set clear targets forraising achievement

. Collect and recordassessment data

. Comply with establishedsystems for identifying, assessing and reviewing student progress

. Develop an understandingof different learning needs and the importance of raising achievement amongstudents

. Attend parent conferences and keep parentsinformed about their child's progress, both formally through regularassessments and written reports, and informally through effective communication

Standards and Quality Assurance:

. Support the aims and ethosof SJII as a Catholic, Lasallian school

. Support the school'sestablished CASL (Creativity, Activity, Service, Lasallian) program

. Set a good example interms of dress, punctuality and attendance

. Attend and participate inopen evenings and student performances

. Uphold the school'sbehaviour code and uniform regulations

. Actively participate inthe school's professional growth and development system

. Attend team and staffmeetings

OtherDuties and Responsibilities

. Actively engage in the pastoral care of students byfulfilling the responsibilities of a Form Tutor.

. Contribute significantly to the service, sport, pastoral,activity programmes, outdoor education and overseas expeditions, demonstratinga commitment to students holistic growth and building positive relationshipsbeyond the classroom.

. Be an advocate of the school and its decisions during interactionswith students, staff, and the community.

. Lead in nurturing a Lasallian Catholic ethos by building uponthe legacy and tradition of the school firmly anchored in Faith, Service,Community, Excellence and Respect.

. Maintain good working relationships with colleagues andstudents.

. Be a role model within the school in terms of professionalexpertise and conduct and lead by example.

. Treat others fairly and with respect in order to create andmaintain a positive school culture.

. Build a collaborative learning culture within the school andmanage innovation and change.

. Take on specific tasks related to the day-to-dayadministration and organisation of the school as requested by the Principal orother senior leaders.

Qualifications and Skills

. Bachelor's degree in Education or related field Master'sdegree preferred.

. Bachelordegree in Chinese Language & Literature

Desirable

. The ability to teach Chinese Language & Literature at IBDiploma level.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature andlevel of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. Theyare not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties,and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be requiredto perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time,as needed.

Application Process

Allapplications for this position strictly to be submitted through Schrole/ APLionly. The link to our Schrole / APLi page can be found on our Career Page.

(https://www.sji-international.com.sg/about/careers)

We regret that only shortlistedcandidates will be notified.