27 Higher Education Administration jobs in Singapore

Job Overview

Schools in Singapore seek highly skilled and dedicated Assistant Student Care Supervisors / Deputy Centre Heads to oversee daily operations, manage staff welfare, and supervise classroom management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage centre operations, supervising staff and classroom management.
• Handle administrative duties, including student and staff records, correspondence, and fee collection.
• Conduct monthly staff meetings to plan programmes and motivate staff towards excellence.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Cluster Head.

Requirements:

• At least 1 year of experience in student care/education industry.
• Strong planning and organization skills.
• Effective communications and classroom management skills.
• Love working with children.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Proven leadership skills to lead a team of teachers.
• Dedicated and committed.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Yearly increment and bonus based on personal and company performance.

This is an opportunity to make a positive impact on students' lives. If you have the necessary skills and experience, please consider this role.

This role involves designing and delivering engaging literacy lessons for young learners to promote literacy skills. The educator will focus on developing phonemic awareness, reading fluency, and comprehension in students.

The educator will also teach writing, grammar, editing, and composition to older learners preparing for exams. Additionally, they will facilitate oral presentation and communication activities to enhance student performance.

Responsibilities include conducting one-to-one and ad-hoc replacement lessons, supporting centre events, and fostering a positive and safe classroom environment using positive reinforcement techniques.

• Qualifications: Degree or Diploma in Education, English, Linguistics, or a related field
• Experience: Preferably at least two years of teaching experience in enrichment, international schools, or private education settings
• Language Proficiency: Strong command of the English language with a clear accent
• Skills: Excellent communication, professionalism, and teamwork with staff

• Competitive monthly salary with bonuses
• Paid annual leave, public holidays, and medical insurance
• Structured onboarding, training, and professional development opportunities
• Employee discounts for educational programmes
• Career progression and relocation opportunities

• A PhD in educational leadership or related fields (such as, educational management, educational administration, leadership development or school effectiveness and improvement). The ideal candidate will have expertise in key areas of educational leadership, including leadership styles, organizational culture, leadership for instruction, change management, inclusivity, governance, organizational learning, and the mechanisms driving school improvement and transformation. (Applicants who are nearing completion of their doctoral studies will be considered but PhD must be in hand for the appointment);
• A strong research record in educational leadership, demonstrated by publications in high-ranking journals and presses, or, for early career scholars, a promising research and publication trajectory;
• A good teaching record with a positive impact on student learning across all levels, including both graduate and undergraduate courses, as well as in pre-service and in-service teacher training programmes;
• A proven record of service and a passion for making a positive impact in the field of education;
• Familiarity with the Singapore education system would be highly advantageous; and
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and technology skills, combined with a commitment to academic research, teaching excellence, and collegiality.

• Contribute to teaching and course development at the pre-service, in-service, undergraduate, and graduate levels, particularly in programmes for school leaders;
• Provide individualized supervision to student teachers during their teaching practice, including classroom observations and feedback;
• Guide and supervise higher degree students in designing, conducting, and completing their research studies or projects;
• Plan, develop, and implement strategies for professional development;
• Develop a robust research agenda, secure competitive research grants, and publish research in reputable journals or other outlets customary in the field of educational leadership;
• Undertake administrative and/or leadership roles and contribute to service-related activities at the department or institution level;
• Develop and maintain strong professional networks with local and international researchers and practitioners in educational leadership; and
• Share teaching or research expertise with NIE colleagues through various learning and sharing platforms.

• A cover letter;
• A Curriculum Vitae that includes work experience, qualifications, teaching experience, research accomplishments, full publication list (in APA format), and service records;
• A statement of research interests (maximum 2 pages);
• A statement of teaching philosophy and experience, evidence of teaching excellence, and student feedback on teaching (maximum 2 pages);
• Two sample publications; and
• Names, addresses, and email addresses of three academic referees.

The Centre Principal Role is a leadership position that oversees the daily operations of the centre. It requires a strong leader who can motivate and guide a team to achieve organisational goals.

This role involves leading a team to manage the daily operation of the centre, ensuring adherence to policies and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a minimum Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education - Leadership or its equivalent, and at least 5 years of relevant work experience as a centre supervisor in a pre-school or childcare setting.

The key responsibilities of this role include:

• Managing teaching staff to develop and deliver the school's holistic and age-appropriate bilingual pre-school curriculum;
• Communicating with parents effectively and building rapport and trusted relationships;
• Handling administrative work to meet compliance and regulatory requirements for the centre's operation.

This role requires strong leadership and management abilities, a high sense of responsibility and positive work attitude, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and basic computer skills. In return, we offer a competitive package that includes attractive year-end bonuses, profit sharing incentives, and rewards for committed staff.

Our leave and benefit package is designed to support work-life balance and continuous learning. This is an exciting opportunity to build a proud pre-school brand with a founding team and entrepreneurial experience.

Overview

Within NIE, the Policy, Curriculum, and Leadership (PCL) Department leads in educational leadership, policy, and curriculum studies, impacting both theory and practice. Our belief is that education improves lives, so we focus on developing wisdom in policy-making, nurturing discernment in curriculum, and amplifying foresight in leadership. We address complex educational challenges while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration to drive research, teaching, and societal impact both locally and globally.

The PCL Department invites qualified candidates who share our mission to apply for the faculty positions in Educational Leadership. This position requires a deep understanding of educational leadership, encompassing a dynamic range of responsibilities that extend beyond traditional management of educational institutions. It involves fostering organizational development, enhancing leadership to improve teaching and learning, creating positive learning environments, and supporting professional development. Additionally, ethical leadership is essential for navigating the complexities of today’s educational landscape.

Requirements

• A PhD in educational leadership or related fields (such as, educational management, educational administration, leadership development or school effectiveness and improvement). The ideal candidate will have expertise in key areas of educational leadership, including leadership styles, organizational culture, leadership for instruction, change management, inclusivity, governance, organizational learning, and the mechanisms driving school improvement and transformation. (Applicants who are nearing completion of their doctoral studies will be considered but PhD must be in hand for the appointment);
• A strong research record in educational leadership, demonstrated by publications in high-ranking journals and presses, or, for early career scholars, a promising research and publication trajectory;
• A good teaching record with a positive impact on student learning across all levels, including both graduate and undergraduate courses, as well as in pre-service and in-service teacher training programmes;
• A proven record of service and a passion for making a positive impact in the field of education;
• Familiarity with the Singapore education system would be highly advantageous; and
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and technology skills, combined with a commitment to academic research, teaching excellence, and collegiality.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Contribute to teaching and course development at the pre-service, in-service, undergraduate, and graduate levels, particularly in programmes for school leaders;
• Provide individualized supervision to student teachers during their teaching practice, including classroom observations and feedback;
• Guide and supervise higher degree students in designing, conducting, and completing their research studies or projects;
• Plan, develop, and implement strategies for professional development;
• Develop a robust research agenda, secure competitive research grants, and publish research in reputable journals or other outlets customary in the field of educational leadership;
• Undertake administrative and/or leadership roles and contribute to service-related activities at the department or institution level;
• Develop and maintain strong professional networks with local and international researchers and practitioners in educational leadership; and
• Share teaching or research expertise with NIE colleagues through various learning and sharing platforms.

Application

Please submit your application together with the following to us:

• A cover letter;
• A Curriculum Vitae that includes work experience, qualifications, teaching experience, research accomplishments, full publication list (in APA format), and service records;
• A statement of research interests (maximum 2 pages);
• A statement of teaching philosophy and experience, evidence of teaching excellence, and student feedback on teaching (maximum 2 pages);
• Two sample publications; and
• Names, addresses, and email addresses of three academic referees.

Shortlisted candidates will initially participate in an online interview. Those selected for the next stage will be invited to visit the NIE campus. During this visit, they will be required to deliver a job talk outlining their research and teaching interests, and to conduct a sample lesson in their area of expertise for our students in NIE.

Closing Date

This position will remain open until filled.

Note to applicants

Only successful candidates will be notified (via email).

We are seeking an accomplished professional to take on the role of Academic Coordinator. This position involves overseeing and managing various aspects of educational programs, ensuring their smooth execution and effectiveness.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in administrative and coordination roles within the education sector. They should possess excellent English language skills, strong presentation abilities, and the capacity to represent the institution confidently.

• Organizing and managing private and corporate courses
• Coordinating French examinations and certifications
• Initiating, leading, or supporting educational projects
• Participating in teacher training initiatives

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a related field
• Excellent English language skills (minimum B2 level)
• Strong presentation and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a dynamic team
• DELFT-DALF certification is highly desirable

As a valued member of our team, you will have the opportunity to drive innovation and development projects forward, working closely with colleagues to achieve shared goals.

Supervise and carry out operational work to ensure the successful running of programmes. Ensure policies and procedures are adhered to and take corrective actions to remedy deviation from standards. Work closely with Academics to ensure students are provided a good learning experience. In addition, the candidate will be required to coordinate marketing communications activities including copy edit and proofread the marketing collaterals.

Responsibilities:

• HE Programme Delivery: Monitor and maintain an efficient and coordinated system to deliver the programmes. Oversee contracts, payments, billing, enrolment system set-up, student's pass validity and report checking. Ensure proper set-up for class selection, course evaluation and online teaching platforms. (as applicable)
• Coordination with University Partners/Stakeholders: Maintain good relations with university partners/stakeholders and student leaders. To stay abreast of changes by university partners/stakeholders which may affect resource management. Coordinate and execute activities to facilitate visits.
• Lecturer Management: Tabulate the information required for the accurate deployment of qualified lecturers. Ensure lecturers are approved to teach by both SIM and SSG. Propose resolutions to issues faced by lecturers. (as applicable)
• Student Management: Oversee student life cycle. Maintain timely, friendly and nurturing communication with stakeholders including prospects, students and alumni. Resolve customer complaints and feedback. Work with academic leads to review academic performance and carry out intervention for weak-performing students. (as applicable)
• Class Scheduling and Assessment Management: Carry out delivery operations in accordance with course requirements, SSG regulations and internal quality requirements. (as applicable)
• Process Innovation: Coordinate data to enable digitisation and automation of systems. Collate team feedback, identify pain points and suggest workable ideas. Participate in testing and UAT of new systems before final execution.
• Marketing and Recruitment: Maintain an updated pool of students and graduates to profile. Roster and support all marketing and recruitment efforts, conduct briefings and work with key stakeholders to ensure smooth on-boarding of new students.
• Programme Review: Generate data and statistics for planning and review of activities. Follow through changes (system setup, etc) for programme reviews (internal and external).

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma holder with 3 - 5 years of working experience
• Proficient in MS office applications
• Data analytical skills
• Excellent communication, inter-personal and presentation skills
• Team player with mature personality and positive attitude
• Resourceful, self-driven and independent
• Meticulous, able to multi-task, work under pressure and commitment to meeting deadlines
• Strong command of written and spoken English

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Executive, Higher Education position is a leadership role that oversees the successful implementation of educational programs. It involves supervising operational tasks and ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.

Supervise and carry out operational work to ensure the successful running of programmes. Ensure policies and procedures are adhered to and take corrective actions to remedy deviation from standards. Work closely with Academics to ensure students are provided a good learning experience. In addition, the candidate will be required to coordinate marketing communications activities including copy edit and proofread the marketing collaterals.

Responsibilities:

• HE Programme Delivery: Monitor and maintain an efficient and coordinated system to deliver the programmes. Oversee contracts, payments, billing, enrolment system set-up, student's pass validity and report checking. Ensure proper set-up for class selection, course evaluation and online teaching platforms. (as applicable)
• Coordination with University Partners/Stakeholders : Maintain good relations with university partners/stakeholders and student leaders. To stay abreast of changes by university partners/stakeholders which may affect resource management. Coordinate and execute activities to facilitate visits.
• Lecturer Management: Tabulate the information required for the accurate deployment of qualified lecturers. Ensure lecturers are approved to teach by both SIM and SSG. Propose resolutions to issues faced by lecturers. (as applicable)
• Student Management : Oversee student life cycle. Maintain timely, friendly and nurturing communication with stakeholders including prospects, students and alumni. Resolve customer complaints and feedback. Work with academic leads to review academic performance and carry out intervention for weak-performing students. (as applicable)
• Class Scheduling and Assessment Management: Carry out delivery operations in accordance with course requirements, SSG regulations and internal quality requirements. (as applicable)
• Process Innovation : Coordinate data to enable digitisation and automation of systems. Collate team feedback, identify pain points and suggest workable ideas. Participate in testing and UAT of new systems before final execution.
• Marketing and Recruitment : Maintain an updated pool of students and graduates to profile. Roster and support all marketing and recruitment efforts, conduct briefings and work with key stakeholders to ensure smooth on-boarding of new students.
• Programme Review : Generate data and statistics for planning and review of activities. Follow through changes (system setup, etc) for programme reviews (internal and external).

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma holder with 3 - 5 years of working experience
• Proficient in MS office applications
• Data analytical skills
• Excellent communication, inter-personal and presentation skills
• Team player with mature personality and positive attitude
• Resourceful, self-driven and independent
• Meticulous, able to multi-task, work under pressure and commitment to meeting deadlines
• Strong command of written and spoken English

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.