The Singapore American School seeks enthusiastic certified teachers to join the SAS team next year as math assistant teachers (ATs). Our ATs will serve in our new math tutoring center as well as alongside our classroom teachers supporting the math needs of our students. Successful candidates must have an infectious enthusiasm for math and be willing to engage both high-performing and struggling students in mathematics learning. We are only seeking applicants who feel that you can make math both relevant and fun for students.

This position is expected to commence in Aug 2024.

Responsibilities:

The Mathematics Assistant Teachers will be based primarily in our math tutoring center in the library; supporting students ages 15-18 years old. Assistant teachers will also participate in math department Professional Learning Community (PLC) teams and add support in classrooms when needed. This is a new pilot program so flexibility is a must for the preferred candidates.

The actions listed below each category are examples of what the mathematics Assistant Teacher will typically do in a given week.

Support for Learning

• Develop effective relationships with children, teachers, and sometimes parents to support a conducive learning environment
• Support students who voluntarily drop in or are directed to our math tutoring center area with mathematics questions
• Work alongside and help guide SAS mathematics student peer tutors within the library
• Participate in classes multiple times per week, mostly algebra, geometry, and pre-calculus classes to understand the curriculum and to assist classroom teachers where needed
• Participate in teacher PLC team meetings to better understand the curriculum, assignments, and assessments
• Occasionally lead pre-teach, re-teach, and assessment remediation with small groups of students (as requested by the PLC teams)
• Be willing to proctor mathematics tests for students if needed
• Provide feedback to teachers regarding individual student learning as appropriate
• Participate in Office of Learning and division recommended/required professional development and attend relevant training
• Once the program is established, be trained in math learning diagnostic tools to provide intensive interventions to students with large gaps in learning.

Supervision and Student Care

• Ensure children’s safety during times of supervision
• Assist teacher(s) and enforce protocols during times of emergency (e.g., during fire drills, during lock-downs, evacuation)
• Ensure SAS child safeguarding standards are being followed at all times
• The above job description is only indicative of the broad set of duties and responsibilities. The distribution of tasks is assigned by the supervisor. Other tasks may be assigned on the job, as deemed necessary by the supervisor.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in mathematics or other major with strong math foundations
• Teaching certification either locally or internationally
• Strong academic and/or occupational background in mathematics (Calculus level proficiency or higher preferred)
• Experience or strong desire to work with students of all math backgrounds
• Strong verbal and written English skills
• Google Suite skills, strong IT proficiency
• Team-spirited, driven, and "go the extra mile" attitude for kids is essential
• Growth mindset about students' ability to learn math
• Willingness to assist in classrooms where students need extra support
• Must be flexible and be willing to adjust to new changes or ideas

Math Teacher for A-Level H2 Math

About Achevas

At Achevas, we believe in the power of education and by extension, the importance of a good teacher.

Good teachers don't just teach. They celebrate their students’ milestones and victories with them, and help them get back on their feet when they stumble and fall. As guides on students’ learning journeys, they inspire young minds to climb to greater heights, and reach their fullest potential.

Good teachers lead by example. Lifelong learners themselves, their thirst for knowledge and enthusiasm for their chosen subject is plain to see, and highly contagious. They can instantly recognise when a teachable moment presents itself, but are just as quick to identify their own learning opportunities.

We’re looking for teachers who are student-oriented, rather than result-driven. If your passion is to help students reach their highest potential, we want you on our team.

Website

https://www.achevas.com

What You'll Be Doing

As part of our dedicated teaching team, you will:

• deliver top-quality A-Level H2 Math content (regular tuition classes, holiday programs and workshops) using our proprietary materials and teaching methodology
• prepare learning materials (using MathType or equation related add-ons/software) and plan curriculum, scheme-of-work and exam preparation strategies
• create and participate in content creation for our various social media platforms (YouTube, TikTok, Instagram etc.) and Achevas TV
• guide and mentor students to help them achieve their fullest potential
• participate in regular teacher’s meetings and work towards attaining high-quality teaching in class and other platforms

What You Won't Be Doing

Endless paperwork and administrative tasks or duties that have little or nothing to do with actual teaching or the learning process

Job Requirements

• A good university degree (preferably in STEM and/or NIE training)
• 1 – 2 years of experience in teaching Singapore GCE A-Level H2 Math
• Able to work weekends
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills

Apply

Email your CV to hr@achevas.com to apply.