Teacher of Psychology (IB Diploma Program) - Maternity Cover

We are seeking this role to start on 14 September 2026 to 4 December 2026. Applicants must reside in Singapore.

Primary Responsibility:

To provide students with a stimulating, challenging and enjoyable learning experience both in and beyond the classroom, and to offer them the encouragement they need to thrive at SJI International.

Specific Responsibilities:

Teaching and learning

• Identify and adopt the most effective active, creative teaching approaches for SJII students in line with current best practice and the ethos of our school
• Work with other members of the Faculty to apply consistent standards in the following:
• curriculum planning and delivery; formative and summative assessment through classwork, homework and formal examination; standardisation and moderation of the examinations process
• Create a stimulating learning environment, including displays of student work
• Teach the IB Diploma Programme (Grades 11 & 12). IB/A-Level experience or equivalent is desirable.
• Identify and take advantage of opportunities to use resources offered within and beyond Singapore to take learning outside the classroom
• Adopt strategies and monitor teaching and learning activities to support individuals with SEN/ESL in line with school and faculty policy
• Ensure compliance with all rules regarding health and safety in the classroom
• Set and mark homework regularly in line with school and faculty policy
• Identify and teach study skills/strategies that will develop students' ability to work independently

Recording and assessment

• Set clear targets for raising achievement
• Collect and record assessment data
• Comply with established systems for identifying, assessing and reviewing student progress
• Develop an understanding of different learning needs and the importance of raising achievement among students
• Attend parent conferences and keep parents informed about their child's progress, both formally through regular assessments and written reports, and informally through effective communication via email and the student diary/planner

Standards and quality assurance

• Support the aims and ethos of SJII as a Catholic, Lasallian school
• Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance
• Attend and participate in open evenings and student performances
• Uphold the school's behaviour code and uniform regulations
• Participate in staff training and annual performance review
• Attend team and staff meetings as instructed

Other duties and responsibilities

This is essentially a generic Job Specification for Subject Teachers; all teachers at SJI International are also expected to contribute significantly to the service, sport and activity programmes, to accompany school trips and expeditions and to play a full part in the continued development of a thriving school community.

SJI International is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its care. As an employer, the School expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and to make disclosures and to be subject to checks in this regard.

Only Singaporeans or PRs who reside in Singapore need apply.

Apply exclusively via the WhatSchool platform.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.