Learning Development Teacher

We are seeking this position to start in January 2027.

Reporting to:  Head of Learning Development Department (LDD)

Our School Ethos:

SJI International is a co-educational Lasallian Catholic school in Singapore offering a holistic, values-driven international education to a diverse community of all faiths. Rooted in our mission of character education, we equip students to be compassionate and responsible global citizens guided by the corevalues of Faith, Service, Community, Excellence, and Respect. We are committed to fostering an environment where students Learn, Inspire, and Serve.

Child Safeguarding Statement

Aligned with the recommendations of the International Taskforce on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students in its care. As an employer, the school expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are appointed subject to satisfactory Criminal Records Checks, Social Media Checks,Civil Litigation Checks, Global Sanctions Checks, and Reference Checks with past employers. All long-listed candidates are also required to complete and sign an Information and Declaration Form, which includes a declaration of any previous disciplinary issues or criminal convictions.

Primary Responsibility:

To support the quality of teaching and learning for students with learning needs in mainstream classes and/or during withdrawal lessons and to provide high quality support for these students. The support required will focus on the skills, knowledge and understanding of Mathematics, English, and Science. Experience of additional subjects at IGCSE and IB level are an advantage, including knowledge of additional languages such as Spanish or Mandarin.

Key Accountabilities:

●      Identification/ monitor and review of students with additional needs

●      In-Class/Small Group or withdrawal Support of targeted students with additional needs

●      Collaboration with staff across the school to work towards greater levels of inclusive learning

●      Assist Head of department to organise, and manage appropriate learning environment and resources

●      Attend relevant meetings as required by the Head Of Department.

Key Tasks:

●      Design, implement and evaluate strategies to support the learning of students with additional needs.

●      Oversee appropriate LDD provision for students with additional learning needs.

●      Review LDD in-class provision and level of need on a regular basis in liaison with the HOD

●      Contribute to the LDD’s termly review of additional needs registers and provision.

●      Where required, working with the HOD to identify students who require learning support through:

-       Analysis of Year 6 records

-       Past records and reports

-       Analysis of new enrollment entrance assessments

-       Additional diagnostic tests

-       Referral process

-       Monitoringof available data

●      Contribute to the writing and reviewing of Individual Student Plans( ISP’s) for LDD students

●      Monitor and evaluate the academic progress of LDD students on the registers

●      Assist the HOD with the collation of evidence and appropriate documentation when applying for access arrangements

●      Assist the HOD and Examinations team with logistical arrangements for students with additional needs.

●      Inform class teachers/pastoral team of issues relating to LDD students’ learning and well-being

●      Where appropriate, liaise with parents/guardians and outside agencies to support LDD students

●      Promote, plan and deliver Study Skills assistance/support to help the development of executive functioning in areas of

-       General Organisation

-       Effective Study/Revision

-       Time Management

-       Research Skills

●      Inform HOD of any concerns which require parental attention

●      Support the HOD to develop a greater understanding and advocacy for inclusion and neurodiversity, raising achievement among all students and increasing advocacy for inclusive practice across the school community

●      If applicable, assist with psychometric assessments. 

●      Keep abreast of developments and initiatives in thearea of neurodiversity , additional needs and Inclusion

●      Share relevant training relating to inclusion with all colleagues and contribute to in-house training sessions.

Standards and quality assurance

●      Support the aims and ethos of SJI International as a Catholic, Lasallian school

●      Support the aims and objectives of SJI Internationalto be an inclusive community

●      Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance

●      Attend and participate in open evenings and student performances

●      Participate in staff training and annual performance review

●      Attend team and staff meetings

Qualifications andSkills

●     Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field; Master’s degree preferred.

●     Bachelor degree in the specific area of teaching

Desirable

●     Diploma in Special Educational Needs/ Inclusion

Otherduties 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.

Application Process

All applications for this position strictly to be submitted through Schrole/ APL ionly. The link to our Schrole / APLi page can be found on our Career Page.

(https://www.sji-international.com.sg/about/careers)

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.