Director of Creative Writing Program

Responsibilities:

Program Leadership & Vision:

• Design and lead a structured Creative Writing curriculum for children aged 7–16
• Establish clear learning pathways (Beginner → Intermediate → Young Author)
• Set the tone, culture, and creative philosophy of the programme.
• Align writing instruction with character education values such as courage, honesty, empathy, creativity, and self-expression

Curriculum & Content Development:

• Develop term-based and holiday-based writing programmes.
• Create engaging lesson plans covering storytelling & imagination, character development, plot & structure, poetry & creative expression, editing and revision and introduction to publishing.
• Design age-appropriate writing exercises, prompts, and projects
• Oversee the production of student works (anthologies, story collections, showcases)

Teaching & Facilitation:

• Facilitate advanced or flagship creative writing sessions
• Guide young writers through the full writing process—from idea to polished piece
• Identify gifted writers and provide targeted mentorship
• Foster a safe, joyful, and inspiring creative environment

Team Leadership:

• Recruit, train, and supervise Creative Writing Facilitators (as the program grows)
• Ensure quality and consistency across all classes
• Provide mentorship and feedback to teaching staff

Parent & Community Engagement:

• Communicate program goals, progress, and outcomes clearly to parents
• Participate in parent meetings, showcases, and reading events
• Contribute to promotional content showcasing student achievements
• Serve as a public ambassador for the Creative Writing Program

Program Growth & Innovation:

• Propose new initiatives such as writing competitions, Author talks, Publishing projects and Holiday writing camps
• Support strategic expansion of the program beyond the pilot phase

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a creative writer (published books, short stories, poetry, scripts, blogs, or equivalent)
  
• Demonstrated experience teaching or mentoring children or teenagers
  
• Strong understanding of storytelling, narrative craft, and creative expression
  
• Ability to design and structure educational programs
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills