Chemistry Teacher

Syarikat Pendidikan Staffield Berhad (Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar); Mantin; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Malaysia is seeking an inspirational teacher to teach Chemistry across various levels. The role involves lesson planning, setting expectations, and assessing student progress in a supportive environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate a passion for education, strong communication skills, and a desire for professional growth within a collaborative and innovative community.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Ability to teach Chemistry at IGCSE, AS and A2 level.
• Experience in a supportive teaching environment.
• Commitment to professional development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare lessons tailored to students' needs.
• Set high expectations for all students.
• Assess and report on student progress.
• Supervise extracurricular activities.

Skills

Passionate about teaching

Strong communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

High degree of ICT literacy

Reflective classroom practitioner

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

Job description

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We are seeking inspirational and highly motivated teachers to join us. The successful candidate will be passionate about teaching and learning and be able to teach Chemistry to students across the ability range at IGCSE, AS and A2 level. The School follows the CIE syllabus. He/she will be expected to make good use of technology and other innovative resources in his/her teaching and to convey a real enthusiasm for the subject.

Job Description

At KTJ, we believe that teachers work most effectively within a collaborative and supportive environment that empowers them to reach their full potential. With a commitment to professional development, we offer opportunities for growth in a warm and welcoming student‑centred environment. Join us and become part of a community that values creativity, embraces new ideas and encourages out‑of‑the‑box thinking.

Key Duties

Teaching and Learning

• Plan and prepare lessons
• Teach, according to educational needs, assigned students, setting high expectations for all
• Set and mark students’ work, including examinations
• Assess, record and report on the development, progress and attainment of students
• Give feedback to students which will help them to make good progress
• Adapt lesson planning to feedback received from students and their work

Reporting and Assessing

• Provide regular reports and grades for students in line with the School’s cycle
• Identify and raise students of concern
• Attend parent‑teacher meetings and provide oral reports to parents
• Provide references for students, as requested
• Assess and report on prospective students, as requested
• Prepare examinations and tests for students, including common examinations and tests

Other Duties

• Take register as required in a timely fashion, and alert a senior member of staff when concerned about the whereabouts of a student
• Ensure the classroom is presented as a vibrant and positive space for learning
• Promote the wellbeing of individual students and all assigned classes
• Act upon any concerns about students’ wellbeing, alerting the safeguarding team where necessary, and ensure appropriate records are kept
• Communicate and consult with the parents of students
• Accompany students on school visits and trips
• Supervise students and student activities, as required
• Lead two extra‑curricular activities weekly
• Play a role in marketing the School to prospective students and parents
• Cover lessons for absent teachers as required

Secondary School

• Attend and contribute to department meetings and other staff meetings, as required
• Contribute to department development plans and schemes of work, and undertake tasks as delegated by the Head of Department
• Act as a mentor or Sixth Form Tutor for a group of students, providing guidance and advice on education, careers and social matters and leading PSHE lessons

Professional Development

• Continue to develop professional skills, through CPD, further reading, etc.
• Participate in the School’s focused development programme and performance management annually
• Take part in CPD initiatives run by the School, e.g. observation fortnight

Personal Characteristics and Skills

• An excellent, reflective classroom practitioner, with a desire to continually improve teaching practice
• Up‑to‑date knowledge and understanding of practices, trends and issues in education
• An ability to get the best out of young people
• Strong team member, who actively builds and promotes trust and openness
• Good communication skills, both verbally and written
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• An enthusiastic, self‑motivated and flexible approach
• The ability to take the initiative
• High degree of ICT literacy
• A genuine interest in young people and their wellbeing
• Affinity with the School’s boarding ethos and with the values of Kolej Tuanku Ja’afar

KTJ is a friendly and supportive environment for students and staff alike. More information on the School and conditions for teachers can be found in our staff recruitment brochures (available on the vacancies page of our website).

Please submit a cover letter and a completed application form (available on school website), including contact details of three referees, one of whom should be your current employer, to the Human Resources Department, via: [e-mail].

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to security vetting.

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KTJ is the region's premier International School, established by the Negeri Sembilan Royal Family in 1989. For the last 30 years, our Secondary School has maintained a reputation as being one of the leading British‑style, co‑education boarding schools in Malaysia. In September 2013, we officially opened our state of the art Primary School, offering modern learning facilities.

We provide high quality day and boarding education for children aged 3 - 19 years, with a diverse population of students from over 22 different countries across Asia, Europe, Australia and Africa. Our Primary and Secondary School is spread across a green 80 acre site located in the beautiful Malaysian countryside, one hour's drive from Kuala Lumpur.

KTJ has won the International School of the Year Award 2021. This award from the Boarding Schools' Association recognises schools outside of the UK that deliver excellence in boarding, facilities and student support.

KTJ is a registered charity where all proceeds are channeled back into the school. This allows us to offer our students outstanding boarding, learning and sports facilities, with highly‑qualified and dedicated teaching staff. Our school aims to produce ambitious, well‑rounded and considerate global citizens. Each student has every opportunity to develop independence and high self esteem, ready for the next successful step in their lives.