Head of Languages

St Christopher's International School; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

St Christopher's International School in Penang seeks a Head of Languages to lead a team delivering EAL, German, Mandarin and Bahasa, ensuring high standards in language teaching and student outcomes.

The successful applicant will be fluent in English, hold teaching qualifications in at least one foreign language, and foster a caring, international learning community. Experience in curriculum development and safeguarding is valued.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and at least one foreign language.
• Experience leading language programs or departments preferred.
• Ability to develop and oversee EAL, German, Mandarin and Bahasa curricula.

Responsibilities

• Lead EAL, German, Mandarin and Bahasa language programs.
• Support safeguarding and professional development within the language department.

Skills

Fluent English

Language leadership

Teaching qualification

Education

Teaching qualification in Languages

Degree in Languages or related field

Job description

St Christopher's, located on Penang, an island off the West coast of Malaysia, is seeking to recruit a Head of Languages to join a dedicated team of professionals.

Established in 1963, we provide international education in a caring, nurturing environment for children aged 3-13. With an enrolment of 630+ children from over 35 nationalities, the school still maintains the atmosphere of a "small" international school, with a strong and unique family feeling.

St. Christopher's is a non-denominational, not-for-profit school, and we are very proud of our 60+ years of history and achievements. We recognise that our greatest strengths have always been the quality of our relationships with our families and the staff's dedication and professionalism.

St. Christopher's has a well-deserved reputation as a happy, positive school that fosters friendship, respect, trust, and values. Our purpose is to promote the love of learning and prepare students for their next steps in education.

We are looking to recruit a talented educational leader with a solid understanding of language acquisition to lead a team currently delivering EAL, German, Mandarin, and Bahasa. The right candidate will need to be fluent in English and qualified to teach at least one foreign language (e.g. Spanish, French, German, Mandarin, Japanese or Bahasa).

We would love to meet you if you care about children's development and possess the following attributes.

• Positive
• Inquisitive
• Adaptable
• Reflective
• Supportive

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening.

We look forward to welcoming you to our community