Teacher of Philosophy

Tanglin Mission Tanglin Trust School Singapore has a long tradition of providing British-based learning with an international perspective. At Tanglin we strive to make every individual feel valued, happy and successful. Responsibility, enthusiasm and participation are actively encouraged and integrity is prized. Working together in a safe, caring yet stimulating environment, we set high expectations whilst offering strong support, resulting in a community of lifelong learners who can contribute with confidence to our world. Our Vision We aspire to be the best school in the world with a dynamic learning community which nurtures and inspires every individual to be the best they can be. Our core values of Respect, Responsibility and Purpose are at the heart of everything we do across the school. The Role We are looking to appoint a teacher to teach Philosophy across the A Level and IBDP pathways, and play an active role in the school’s pastoral care and co-curricular programme.  Experience of teaching the IB Theory of Knowledge course would be an advantage but not essential, and candidates who are looking to develop in this curriculum area will be given preference. There may also be opportunities to teach Religious Studies, the Extended Project Qualification and/or Life Skills. For a suitably experienced candidate, an additional leadership opportunity as Theory of Knowledge Co-ordinator may be available.  The role reports to Assistant Head of Faculty – PPRS.  Key Responsibilities 1. Learning & Teaching • Manage an effective, enthusiastic and safe learning environment. • Deliver the curriculum to assigned classes in accordance with the timetable. • Differentiate lessons according to the abilities and learning needs of individual students. • Promote independent learning by adopting teaching and learning strategies which develop the competence and confidence of every student. • Seek to develop students’ attributes through the Tanglin Learner Profile, as well as seeking opportunities to develop their own attributes through that framework. • Ensure the thorough implementation of subject specifications, teaching schemes, assessment policies and reporting procedures. • Create opportunities for students to develop confidence in the subject through carefully planned and managed activities. • Support a departmental and whole school culture of innovation that includes varied and exciting teaching approaches, technological integration and thoughtful evaluation. • Possess the flexibility required to teach a range of texts, topics and ability levels. • Possess the flexibility required to teach either pathway (A level or IB) in the sixth form. 2. Planning & Development • Take responsibility for at leastone aspect of curriculum development each year following discussion andnegotiation with department team (eg creation of new scheme of work; draftingof departmental policy; organisation of trip). • Assist the PPRS department in evaluating and developing the Philosophy curriculum. • Take advantage of some of the many opportunities for professional development offered by Tanglin. • Take responsibility for their own professional development, and that of colleagues, by occasionally leading departmental inset or department meetings in an area of expertise. • Assist the HOD in identifying areas for development in Philosophy within the broader aims of the school development plan. • Collaborate with colleagues in the planning and delivery of schemes of work, including the choice of appropriate teaching and learning methods to meet the needs of the subject, and of different pupils. • Assist the HOD in adapting curriculum content and methods of teaching and examining as appropriate. • Support a school culture of innovation that includes technological integration. • Be supportive of and open to the frequent change that characterises a school such as Tanglin. 3. Management of Resources and the Teaching Environment: • Assist the HOD in identifying appropriate resources within the limits of the departmental budget. • Assist the HOD in ensuring that departmental rooms present stimulating environments, which help to influence pupils’ attitudes positively towards Philosophy. 4. Assessment, Recording & Reporting • Ensure students’ work is regularly assessed according to Humanities Faculty policy and that homework is in line with school policy. • Report to parents in accordance with the school’s reporting policy as laid down in the Staff Handbook. • To use information gained from assessment, recording and reporting procedures to generate further improvement in pupil achievement. • Assist the AHOF in the setting and marking of school examinations and to supervise entries for external examinations. 5. Pastoral and Co-Curricular • When required, take on a form tutor role in the Senior School and fulfil the responsibilities of that position. • Follow the School’s policies and procedures with regard to discipline and behaviour, daily routines, duties, homework, leave of absence, and visits, as laid down in the Staff Handbook. • Contribute to co-curricular activities that broaden pupils’ experiences and contribute to the general life of the school. • Be responsible for reporting any concerns about a child to the Designated Safeguarding Lead. 6. Communication and Liaison • Help to establish a love of Philosophy around the school through your own enthusiasm for the subject • Attend and contribute to meetings of a professional nature with HOD, HOF, HOY, SSLT and in other circumstances when requested. • Liaise with the HOD in respect of pupil records, rewards and sanctions. • Maintain appropriate links with teaching colleagues in all sections of the school and foster cross-curricular links where appropriate. • Liaise with members of the Learning Support Team with regard to individual students who may have exceptional needs, to ensure that those needs are understood, planned for and met. • Liaise with pastoral staff, including form tutors, Heads of Year, the Assistant Heads of School and the Head of Careers on matters pertaining to the study of Religious Studies and Philosophy. • Contribute to the strengthening of the parent-teacher partnership in individual and whole school initiatives as and when required. • Assist the HOD in developing effective links with the wider community in order to extend the study of Philosophy, and to enhance teaching and learning.