Job Description

The Curriculum Specialist for English plays a critical role in elevating literacy outcomes for Primary and Secondary students from low-income backgrounds. This position leads curriculum innovation and professional development in English Language, supports targeted academic interventions, and enhances instructional practices through evidence-based approaches. The Specialist will also coach and tutor students in English when required, contributing both at the systems and student-facing levels.

Job Responsibilities

1. Curriculum Design & Pedagogical Innovation

• Design and drive evidence-informed curriculum projects that address the literacy and language learning needs of Primary and Secondary students, particularly from underserved communities.
• Prototype innovative English teaching strategies in collaboration with tutors-focused on reading comprehension, writing, language awareness, and differentiated instruction.
• Develop and deliver professional development resources and sessions that enhance tutor effectiveness and classroom impact.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners (e.g., MOE educators, NGOs, universities) to embed 21st-century competencies such as communication, critical thinking, and digital literacy into English instruction.
• Ensure alignment with the latest MOE English syllabuses and foster a culture of reflective teaching grounded in student data and outcomes.

2. Student Academic Support

• Provide direct tutoring and academic coaching in English for Primary and Secondary students who need additional help, with a focus on building language confidence and mastery.
• Cover tutor duties as needed to support continuity of learning and maintain quality delivery in the CDAC Tuition Programme.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Education, or a related field.
• Strong subject matter expertise in English Language and Literacy, with a deep understanding of MOE curriculum expectations and assessment standards.
• Demonstrated experience in curriculum development and implementation, especially in literacy interventions or enrichment for struggling learners.
• Proven ability to lead teams, co-create resources, and mentor others, particularly in contexts serving under-resourced communities.
• Highly student-centred, adaptable, and capable of translating research into practice for diverse learning profiles.
• Effective communicator with strong project management and facilitation skills.
• Able to work evenings and weekends when required, with moderate travel across CDAC Centres and partner schools.