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 experience teaching the IB Middle Years Programme (grades 9/10) and the IB Diploma Programme.
• Experience working in an international school setting and willingness to adapt to a new school environment.
• Willingness to champion educational change that improves student learning.

Required skills

• Deep understanding of the curriculum, pedagogy, subject content and students' developmental needs.
• Ability to establish routines and procedures and create a safe, supportive, student-centred classroom.
• Use of differentiated assessment tools and strategies, with accommodations for individual students.
• Support for students' social health, emotional well-being and peer relationships.
• Commitment to professional ethics, international-mindedness and the school's mission.
• Effective written and oral communication in English.