Teacher of Chemistry

At The Perse School Singapore, we cultivate a happy and nurturing environment that inspires students to develop a lifelong love of learning and prepares them for a fulfilling, successful future. To deliver on our mission of inspiring students to love learning, we embrace The Perse Way — a distinctive educational approach developed over 400 years that places our values at the heart of everything we do. We are seeking a dynamic and adaptable Teacher of Chemistry to join our expanding Senior School in August 2026. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping to establish the Science Department, initially delivering engaging lessons in Chemistry in Years 5 to 10, growing through to Year 11. The post-holder will contribute to the delivery of the Cambridge International Science Curriculum, ensuring students are well-prepared for IGCSE Chemistry and related examinations. In addition to teaching responsibilities, the successful candidate will serve as a Form Tutor, providing pastoral care and fostering students' personal growth. They will also contribute to the school’s extracurricular programme, engaging students in science-related activities, clubs, and competitions. Key Responsibilities: Develop and deliver a rigorous and engaging Chemistry curriculum, in line with the Cambridge International Curriculum and The Perse School ethos. Teach Chemistry across age range from year 6 through to IGCSE, inspiring curiosity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in students. Support students in preparing for IGCSE Chemistry, for first examination in May/June 2027, delivering a well-structured and challenging course. Develop and implement lesson plans, learning materials and assessments that cater to varying levels of language proficiency. Regularly provide formative and summative assessments to monitor students' progress. Collaborate with Junior School Science teachers to ensure curriculum continuity and smooth progression from Year 5 to Year 7. Teach a secon