EAL Teacher (Secondary)

Taylor's Education Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an EAL Teacher to start in January 2026. The role involves planning and teaching English to mixed age and ability learners, monitoring student progress, and collaborating with parents. Candidates should have relevant degrees and teaching experience, particularly in international schools. This position requires a commitment to creating a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Possess a Bachelor's Degree, Post Graduate Diploma or Professional Degree in related field.
• Preferably with Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) or any English Language Teaching certification.
• Most recent work experience with an international school is preferred.
• At least 1 year of teaching experience as EEP teacher in school environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop learner focused relationships to ensure safety and respect.
• Monitor pupil’s work to track English development.
• Prepare differentiated EAL materials for various subjects.
• Lead discussions with parents about progress.
• Organize classroom and resources for a positive environment.
• Plan and present lessons for different ability ranges.
• Motivate pupils through enthusiastic presentation.
• Mark work to facilitate pupil development.
• Meet assessment and recording requirements.
• Coordinate activities within curriculum areas.
• Plan and coordinate work with others.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) or equivalent

Job description

EAL Teacher is required to commence in January 2026 to plan and teach English as an additional language to a group of mixed age and mixed ability learners with little to no English. Applicants are required to monitor and oversee the progress and attainment of students with English as an additional language and will be line managed by the Head of Section and the Head of Curriculum Support.

Responsibilities

• Develop learner focused relationships to ensure that the EAL learners feel safe, respected and comfortable to ask for help and not afraid making mistakes.
• To monitor pupil’s work and assessments in order to track their English development for feedback of strength and weakness.
• To initiate and prepare differentiated EAL materials for application in IPC, Mathematics and Language Arts to be used by pupils.
• To prepare and lead discussions with parents about the progress and curriculum offered at the school.
• Organising the classroom and learning resources and creating displays to encourage a positive learning environment.
• Planning, preparing and presenting lessons that cater for the needs of the whole ability range within their class.
• Motivating pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative presentation.
• Preparing and marking work to facilitate positive pupil development.
• Meeting requirements for the assessment and recording of pupils' development.
• Coordinating activities and resources within a specific area of the curriculum, and supporting colleagues in the delivery of this specialist area.
• Working with others to plan and coordinate work.

Job Requirements

• Possess a Bachelor's Degree, Post Graduate Diploma or Professional Degree in related field.
• Preferably with Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) or any English Language Teaching certification or equivalent.
• Most recent work experience with an international school is preferred.
• At least 1 year of teaching experience as EEP teacher in school environment.