Arts Teacher

UCSI International School; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent international school in Kuala Lumpur is looking for a dedicated Arts Teacher to inspire students through engaging Visual Arts lessons. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts or a related field, recognized teaching qualifications, and at least two years of secondary school teaching experience. The role emphasizes fostering creativity and critical thinking in a supportive environment. Opportunities for professional development and growth are provided.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Collaborative work environment

Maternity leave support

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of secondary teaching experience in Visual Arts.
• Strong knowledge of various art techniques, media, and art history.
• Experience with international curricula like Cambridge IGCSE is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Visual Arts lessons.
• Monitor and assess student progress.
• Foster a supportive and innovative learning environment.

Skills

Knowledge of visual arts techniques

Classroom management

Communication skills

Ability to inspire students

Creative thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts or related discipline

Recognised teaching qualification

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Teams

Google Classroom

Job description

Job Summary

UCSI Schools is seeking a dedicated and passionate Arts Teacher to inspire students through creative, expressive, and skill-building lessons. The successful candidate will deliver engaging instruction that develops students’ artistic techniques, visual literacy, and creative thinking, while fostering a supportive environment that encourages innovation and personal expression within an internationally-minded school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality, engaging lessons in Visual Arts (Lower and/or Upper Secondary) aligned with the school’s curriculum framework (e.g., Cambridge IGCSE, national curriculum, or equivalent).
• Teach core art areas such as drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, digital art, and art history.
• Design and implement comprehensive lesson plans, teaching materials, and assessments that promote creativity, critical thinking, and practical application.
• Foster a student-centered, project-based, and inquiry-driven learning environment.
• Guide students through the creative process: research, ideation, experimentation, creation, and reflection.
• Ensure safe use of art materials, tools, and facilities in accordance with health and safety standards.
• Integrate traditional and digital art techniques, including the use of educational technology and design software where appropriate.
• Monitor and assess student progress, provide constructive feedback, and differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure curriculum coherence, share best practices, and support interdisciplinary learning, particularly in the arts and humanities.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance, prepare progress reports, and communicate proactively with parents and guardians.
• Promote a positive classroom culture that supports creativity, responsibility, collaboration, and academic excellence.
• Participate actively in school events, exhibitions, competitions, co-curricular activities, and professional development programs.
• Uphold the school’s mission, values, and commitment to holistic education.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts, Art Education, Visual Arts, or a related discipline.
• Recognised teaching qualification (e.g., Diploma in Education, B.Ed, PGCE, or equivalent).
• At least 2 years of teaching experience in Visual Arts at the secondary school level.
• Strong knowledge of various art techniques, media, and art history.
• Good classroom management, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to motivate and engage students of varying abilities and cultural backgrounds.
• Experience with international curricula (e.g., Cambridge IGCSE Visual Arts) is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in educational technology and digital art software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Teams, Google Classroom).
• Commitment to continuous professional development and innovation in teaching and learning.
• Experience in international or multicultural school environments.
• Strong analytical, creative, and problem‑solving skills.
• Enthusiasm for project-based learning and interdisciplinary education.
• Dedication to student well‑being, holistic education, and academic excellence.

Job Type

• Full-time
• Maternity leave.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.

Application Question(s)

• What is your notice period?
• What is your expected salary?
• Are you available to start immediately?

About UCSI International School Sdn Bhd

The UCSI Schools Group has 3 campuses in Malaysia: Kuala Lumpur Campus, Subang Jaya Campus and Springhill Campus. Two of its campuses focus on British school curriculum while the other one focuses on the IB. While maintaining a strong focus on core curriculum which includes British school curriculum with Cambridge IGCSE and International Primary Curriculum, we aim to complement the formal curriculum with a series of CCAs which students’ experiences form a cornerstone of their holistic education for the 21st century. The rapid advancement of technological innovations, global competition, and a push towards a knowledge-based economy require that our students learn to have a repertoire of soft and hard skills to enable them to succeed in a future economy that is still in the making. Through our unique CCA experiences, our students can exhibit soft skills like creativity, leadership abilities, teamwork, flexibility, communication skills, resilience and an enterprising spirit that will enable them to stay relevant for the future. UCSI International School focuses on eight critical characteristics in our learning content and experiences. The rapid advancement of technological innovation, global competition, and a push towards a knowledge-based economy require that our students have a repertoire of soft and hard skills. We therefore place a strong emphasis on Character Education, Global Citizen Skills, Problem-based Collaborative Learning, and co-curricular activities amongst others, forming a truly holistic education for the 21st century. Our emphasis in education isn’t only labelled in academic and creative excellence, but to equip students with 21st century skills such as character, communication, collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, while inculcating virtues such as integrity, honesty, and empathy in our students. We believe that students that have a developed moral compass and practical wisdom in a challenging and fractured world will make a positive impact for life.