Secondary Humanities Teacher (Geography/July 2026/Tampines Campus)
About This Role
Position: Secondary Humanities Teacher (Geography) (Start in July 2026)
Reporting To: Principal
Submit your resume to: https://careers.middleton.edu.sg/jobs/7062718-secondary-humanities-teacher-geography-july-2026-tampines-campus?promotion=1842962-trackable-share-link-tes
Middleton International School (MIS) is a member of the EtonHouse International Education Group. Offering more than just an affordable education, Middleton is dedicated to delivering high-quality international learning experiences within a close-knit, global community.
As an inquiry-driven institution, Middleton uniquely combines the UK National curricula with Singapore-inspired Maths and Chinese for primary students through the UK-based IPC (International Primary Curriculum). In the middle years, we employ the IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum) and offer the Cambridge IGCSE for secondary education. Students progress to the UK A-Levels in Grades 11 and 12. Our school also provides integrated specialist programs, such as performing arts, PE, and ICT, alongside co-curricular options to support diverse interests and talents. MIS stands out among international schools for its well-being programs, developed in collaboration with the Contentment Foundation in the US. We focus on academic rigor and strong social-emotional learning to equip students with the essential knowledge and skills to thrive as responsible, compassionate global citizens.
Job Overview:
The selected candidate will be responsible for teaching Geography to High School students and IGCSE to Middle Years students. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and the chance to make meaningful contributions to curriculum development.
Job Description:
Teaching, Learning and Assessment
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Develop and implement the curriculum to enhance student confidence and proficiency in Geography, foster a love for learning, and prepare them for success in the Cambridge international exams.
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Encourage students to cultivate critical and creative thinking skills through inquiry, observation, and experimentation.
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Prepare written evaluations for each student, including reports for parent conferences and references for future education when applicable.
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Maintain thorough records documenting each student’s learning progress.
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Conduct effective parent conferences, preparing detailed assessments of student development and providing relevant examples of their learning activities.
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Collaborate with co-teachers to discuss individual student needs and plan the daily curriculum.
Pastoral Care and Wider School Life
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Engage with students in a positive, supportive, respectful, and open-minded manner, upholding and promoting the school’s conduct codes.
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Stay vigilant regarding the safety and well-being of students on campus and during off-site activities.
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Support the social and emotional development of students.
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Encourage parental involvement in classroom experiences.
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Recognize the importance of being a role model for young people by demonstrating high standards of personal conduct and behavior.
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Prepare assessments, mock examinations, and coursework as mandated by the syllabus and the school assessment calendar.
Other Duties
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Participate in staff meetings, team meetings, and other gatherings as required.
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Maintain consistent attendance and punctuality.
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Communicate positively, supportively, and professionally with parents (both written and verbal) on an ongoing basis.
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Establish and nurture a cooperative, respectful relationship with colleagues.
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Contribute to a sense of community among staff through open communication and proactively sharing ideas for school improvement with the appropriate individuals.
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Commit to continuous personal and professional growth.
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Attend professional development workshops and training, including internal events, and engage constructively in professional appraisal and development systems.
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Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the Senior Leadership Team to ensure program compliance and high-quality services for children and parents.
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Adhere to the policies and procedures of the School.
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All staff must understand and apply the School’s Safeguarding and Child Protection policies and procedures, including identifying and reporting any potential risks to student safety.
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Assist with duties such as supervision and cover as needed.
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Arrive punctually for lessons, tutor sessions, and dismiss students at the appropriate times.
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Monitor student attendance in lessons and follow up on absences as needed; liaise with colleagues regarding concerns about individual students.
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Develop and follow departmental syllabuses and schemes of work for each teaching group according to the relevant curriculum for their year group.
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Prepare lesson materials and grade student work according to Cambridge standards, departmental guidelines, and school assessment policies.
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Assign and evaluate home learning activities following departmental and school policy, maintaining high expectations for individual student performance.
Who are we looking for:
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Bachelor of Education or higher from an accredited institution.
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A minimum of 2 years of teaching experience in subjects such as Geography.
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A commitment to working in an educational environment that prioritizes academic rigor and teaching excellence.
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Experience in an IB Programme, Cambridge IGCSE, and A Level is preferred.
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Strong understanding of curriculum pedagogy.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Cultural sensitivity and awareness.
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Ability to foster community through positive interactions with parents.
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Self-starter with high energy.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills.
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Demonstrated initiative with flexibility and adaptability.
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A reflective practitioner dedicated to lifelong learning and a solution-focused approach.
All applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.