BM Teacher - Immediate

UCSI Schools Group; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 45,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Maternity leave

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

UCSI Schools Group is seeking a dedicated BM (Bahasa Melayu) teacher to deliver high-quality Bahasa Melayu and English instruction in a secondary school setting. You will develop engaging lessons that build reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking within an internationally-minded community.

The role emphasizes differentiated teaching, effective use of educational technology, and proactive communication with parents while supporting student growth and academic achievement across language

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in English, Bahasa Melayu, Education, Linguistics, Literature, or related field.
• Recognised teaching qualification (e.g., Diploma in Education, B.Ed, PGCE)
• At least 2 years of teaching experience in BM and/or English at secondary level.
• Strong grammar, composition, comprehension, and literary knowledge in both languages.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver English and Bahasa Melayu lessons aligned with Cambridge IGCSE or national curricula.
• Develop lesson plans, materials, and assessments to improve language proficiency and writing skills.
• Foster inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, and confident communication.
• Prepare students for internal and external examinations where applicable.
• Differentiate instruction for diverse abilities and language proficiencies.
• Use educational technology (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Google Classroom) to enhance engagement.
• Monitor progress, provide timely feedback, and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Educational technology proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English, Bahasa Melayu, Education, Linguistics, Literature, or related field

Recognised teaching qualification (e.g., Diploma in Education, B.Ed, PGCE)

Job description

Job Summary

UCSI Schools is seeking a dedicated and passionate BM (Bahasa Melayu) to deliver high-quality, engaging lessons that develop students’ proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking in both languages. The successful candidate will foster a love for language and literature while supporting students’ academic achievement and personal growth within an internationally-minded school community.

Job Summary

UCSI Schools is seeking a dedicated and passionate BM (Bahasa Melayu) to deliver high-quality, engaging lessons that develop students’ proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking in both languages. The successful candidate will foster a love for language and literature while supporting students’ academic achievement and personal growth within an internationally-minded school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality, engaging lessons in Bahasa Melayu and English (Lower and/or Upper Secondary) aligned with the school’s curriculum framework (e.g., Cambridge IGCSE, national curriculum, or equivalent).
• Develop and implement comprehensive lesson plans, teaching materials, and assessments that strengthen students’ language proficiency, grammar, vocabulary, writing skills, and literary analysis.
• Foster a student-centered, inquiry-based learning environment that encourages critical thinking, creativity, and confident communication.
• Prepare students for internal and external examinations where applicable.
• Differentiate instruction to accommodate diverse learning abilities and language proficiencies.
• Use a variety of teaching strategies and educational technology (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Google Classroom, interactive platforms) to enhance student engagement.
• Monitor and assess student progress, provide timely and constructive feedback, and maintain accurate academic records.
• Integrate cross-curricular links and real-world contexts to make language learning meaningful and relevant.
• Promote reading culture and language enrichment activities such as debates, public speaking, writing competitions, and literacy programs.
• Maintain proactive communication with parents and guardians regarding student progress and development.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure curriculum alignment, share best practices, and contribute to school improvement initiatives.
• Participate actively in school events, co-curricular activities, and professional development programs.
• Uphold the school’s mission, values, and commitment to holistic education.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in English, Bahasa Melayu, Education, Linguistics, Literature, 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 BM and/or English at the secondary school level.
• Strong subject knowledge in grammar, composition, comprehension, and literature (for both languages).
• Good classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to engage and motivate students of varying abilities and cultural backgrounds.
• Experience with international curricula (e.g., Cambridge IGCSE English) is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in educational technology and online learning platforms.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and innovative teaching practices.

Desirable Qualities

• Experience in international or multicultural school environments.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills.
• Enthusiasm for language enrichment programs and literacy development.
• Dedication to academic excellence, student well-being, and holistic education.

Job Type

Full-time

Benefits

• 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?