High School English Language and Literature Teacher

About the role

The German European School Singapore (GESS) is looking for an experienced High School English Language and Literature Teacher for Grades 9-12, starting on 1 August 2027. GESS is an international school serving students from over 70 nations, offering the German International Abitur and the IB Programme.

Key responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with all parents and students.
• Act as a role model who mentors and guides students so they reach their full potential.
• Review student assessment data, including academic, behavioural and social/emotional, to set learning goals, develop student agency and put in place interventions for successful learning.

Required profile

• Recognised teaching qualification (minimum B.Ed or PGCE equivalent; MA preferred).
• At least 4 years of teaching experience.
• Knowledge of and teaching experience in the IB Middle Years Programme (grades 9/10) and IB Diploma Programme.
• Clear written and spoken English.
• Experience in an international school setting and willingness to adapt to a new school environment.

Required skills

• Cognitive activation and pedagogical subject knowledge, with a deep understanding of the curriculum, pedagogy and student developmental needs.
• Classroom management, establishing routines and a safe, student-centred environment.
• Formative assessment using differentiated tools and making accommodations for individual students.
• Support for student well-being, safeguarding and healthy peer relationships.
• Collaboration within a team and commitment to professional ethics and continuous improvement.