Early Years Class Teacher

Garden International School - Kuala Lumpur; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

1:1 device programme

Job summary

Garden International School - Kuala Lumpur is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced Early Years teacher to join our thriving Early Years Centre. The successful applicant will contribute to the development of this expanding, forward-thinking school with a strong EYFS focus.

GIS offers a competitive salary and benefits, ongoing professional development, a 1:1 device programme and a supportive, collaborative working environment with excellent staff and students.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of outstanding Early Years practice.
• Excellent knowledge of the EYFS framework.
• Ability to engage, motivate and support children, staff and parents.
• Reflective practitioner with the ability to think creatively and innovatively.

Responsibilities

• Engage, motivate and support children, staff and parents in a collaborative environment.
• Use enquiry-based or thematic learning approaches to enrich the Early Years programme.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Engage & motivate children

Tech in classroom

Team collaboration

Enquiry-based learning

Tools

Google Apps for Education

Job description

We are searching for an enthusiastic, experienced and committed Early Years teacher to join our thriving Early Years Centre. The successful applicant will be keen to contribute to the development of this expanding and forward-thinking school.

GIS is a well-resourced, successful international school with great facilities and a reputation for academic excellence; we place the success of each and every student at the centre of our mission. GIS is a family, and with our fantastic students, dedicated and motivated team of excellent teachers and support staff, it truly is a wonderful place to learn and teach.

The school is focused on creating the best environments for our learners to grow and develop academically, emotionally, physically and socially. With a positive and progressive outlook, based on the latest research, we seek to constantly improve the provision for learning. With over 75 hours dedicated to teacher CPD every year, as well as a keen focus on staff and student well-being, we are constantly striving for excellence, both as practitioners and for our learners. As an ‘Apple Distinguished’ school, GIS uses the latest technology to enhance learning and provide a 1:1 device programme and use Google Apps for Education as our main learning platform.

The successful candidate must:

Have a proven track record of outstanding Early Years practice

Have an excellent knowledge of the EYFS framework

Be able to engage, motivate and support children, staff and parents

Be reflective practitioners with the ability to think creatively and innovatively in order to continue to improve

Have an advanced ability in using technology to support learning and teaching within the classroom

Have the interpersonal skills needed to work successfully within teams

Have experience of enquiry-based learning and/or thematic cross curricular learning

We will provide:

A competitive salary and benefits package

A professionally stimulating and collaborative working environment with ongoing Professional Development and weekly Professional Learning and Wellbeing time

A well-resourced and friendly campus

This is a unique opportunity for the right person to make a real difference in a uniquely challenging, rewarding and supportive environment. GIS is a well-resourced, highly distinguished international school with a long-standing reputation for outstanding academic results and innovation. We have fantastic students and a hard-working and motivated staff. If you are passionate about teaching and learning in the Primary School, we welcome your application.

Closing date for applications is 20th November 2026. We encourage early applications as we may appoint suitable candidates prior to the closing date. Interviews will be held online or in person dependant on location.

Please review the ‘GIS Information for Applicants 2027-28’ booklet found in the Applicant Info Pack prior to applying for this role.

Garden International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, all offers of employment are subject to a criminal record check (ICPC or equivalent).

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