Job description

The NUS High School is a specialised school offering a seamless 6-year programme to students between the ages of 12+and 18 years and who have an aptitude for Mathematics and Science. We invite suitable applicants for the following position.

ASSISTANT HEAD OF DEPARTMENT in the following areas: Curriculum & Assessment

We are looking for candidates who possess a relevant professional teaching qualification (or Post-Graduate Diploma Education equivalent) and

  • have a passion in STEM teaching subjects and inspire students to love the subjects via teaching and role modelling
  • can participate and contribute to the planning, development and teaching of an integrated 6-year curriculum in the relevant teaching subjects
  • are effective within and outside the classroom, adopt innovative pedagogies such as IT-enabled learning, differentiated learning, collaborative learning and learner-focused interaction
  • can initiate and mentor research projects
  • are able to provide for the learning needs and character development of high-ability learners ranging from 12+ to 18 years of age
  • are able to contribute as an effective Co-curricular Activities (CCA) teacher and form-teacher

Requirements:

  • A good Bachelor’s or higher Degree
  • Possess a relevant professional teaching qualification (or Post-Graduate Diploma Education equivalent)
  • Competent in teaching the relevant subject at GCE O-Level content or GCE A-Level H2content
  • Driven and able to support Head of Department to lead the school in reviewing, developing and evaluating curriculum and assessment practices
  • Experience in curriculum planning and interdisciplinary curriculum design will be advantageous

Employment Terms:

2-year contract, subject to renewal

Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Interested applicants, please email your detailed resume to hr@highsch.nus.edu.sg

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Job Summary

  • Published on: 12 May, 2026
  • Category: Education / Training
  • Vacancy: 1
  • Job type: Contract
  • Salary: 8000
  • Location: On site
  • Job Nature: Contract

Company Details

NUS HIGH SCHOOL OF MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE