Bahasa Malaysia Teacher - Secondary

HELP International School; Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international school in Malaysia is looking for an experienced Bahasa Malaysia Teacher to maximize student learning and development. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Malay Language Studies and at least 3 years of experience teaching at an international school. You will create engaging lesson plans and assess student progress. The role starts in December 2025, offering a nurturing and growth-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experienced teacher for Bahasa Malaysia at international school.
• Strong planning and organizational skills required.
• At least 3 years of teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Maximize student learning through effective lesson delivery.
• Create and implement lesson plans tailored to student needs.
• Provide timely growth feedback to students.

Skills

Effective lesson planning

Classroom management

Strong communication skills

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Malay Language Studies/Education

Job description

HELP International School is one of Malaysia's leading international schools. It has a reputation for high-quality holistic education and academic success, with equal emphasis on developing 21st-century skills and understandings.

We seek to welcome applications from enthusiastic Bahasa Malaysia Teacher.

The job is available to start in December 2025.

Overview

The purpose of the role of Secondary school subject teacher is to maximise student learning and development through careful planning, preparation and teaching of the curriculum to meet students’ individual learning needs and achieve specific student outcomes. Teachers teach a range of student abilities and classes and are accountable for the highly effective delivery of their curriculum.

The subject teacher engages in critical reflection in order to improve their knowledge and skills to better engage students and maximise their learning.

General — Teaching and Assessment

• To have an in-depth understanding of their subject area content, skills and understanding as prescribed in the English National Curriculum, I/GCSE and A Level syllabuses, and the school’s schemes of work
• Proactive and reflective approach to planning of lessons and sequences of lessons to maximise the learning opportunities for each individual student in the class through appropriate differentiation
• Effectively using Assessment for Learning and other High Impact Teaching Strategies on a regular basis to maximise learning
• Select relevant resources and digital tools to support and enhance learning
• Develop appropriate assessment tasks, providing timely and effective feedback that enhances student’s learning
• To promote a growth mindset in the classroom – that all students can and will succeed
• Take responsibility for a class, supporting, nurturing and taking a genuine interest in the holistic development of all students in that class; knowing each of them individually as a learner
• Use flexible groupings and structured inquiry to deliver high quality lessons that develop conceptual understanding, critical thinking skills, knowledge, collaboration and communication skills
• Communicate effectively with students, parents and colleagues in a timely, professional manner

Wider professional roles

• Having a thorough and up-to-date knowledge of the teaching of their subject(s), their students, curriculum, most effective research-based pedagogies
• Using a range of appropriate strategies for classroom management
• Maintain a well organised and stimulating learning environment, with displays that reflect the students’ learning journeys, current focus areas, and co-constructed essential agreements
• Taking responsibility for own professional development and using the outcomes to improve teaching and students’ learning
• Making an active contribution to the policies and aspirations of the school
• Ensuring administration of classroom procedures are completed efficiently and in a timely manner
• Collaborating with members of the school community to build a team environment that supports students’ learning

Job Requirements

• Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor's Degree majoring in Malay Language Studies/ Education or its related field of studies.
• Experienced teacher who teaches Bahasa Malaysia at international school.
• Experience in teaching KS4 IGCSE First Language Bahasa and KS3 Bahasa.
• Excellent verbal and written English skills.
• Candidate with experience in teaching I/GCSE and A Level's syllabuses will have an advantage.
• Candidate must be able to prepare schemes of work and lesson plans, deliver lessons effectively according to the learning ability of the student.
• Candidate is able to conduct the classes independently. Passion to teach and interact with the students.
• Candidate should have undergone recent and relevant professional development.
• Having at least 3 years teaching experience at international school.
• Well versed and up to date with theories, concepts and practices in the subject.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Creative and willing to accept new ideas and concepts in teaching and education.
• Possess good planning, organizing, coordinating, presentation, and time management skills.

Safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including a criminal record disclosure and other standard pre-employment safeguarding checks.