IGCSE ESL Teacher

Brainy Bunch International Islamic Montessori; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Brainy Bunch Islamic International School in Gombak/Taman Melawati, Malaysia seeks an IGCSE English as a Second Language teacher for grades 7–11. The role is full-time, with hours from 7:30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, to prepare students for the Cambridge IGCSE ESL examination.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in English, Education, TESOL, or a related field, with strong English proficiency and a commitment to an Islamic, values-based learning environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, TESOL, Applied Linguistics, or a related field.
• Strong command of spoken and written English; teaching qualification preferred.
• Experience teaching ESL/EFL and/or Cambridge IGCSE ESL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach ESL to students in Grades 7–11.
• Prepare students for Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language examination.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons covering reading, writing, listening, speaking, grammar and vocabulary.
• Develop and adapt teaching materials for varying English proficiency levels.
• Assess student progress through classwork, quizzes, tests and mock exams.

Skills

English proficiency

Teaching

Classroom management

Curriculum planning

Multicultural environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English education or TESOL

Job description

We are looking for an IGCSE English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher to teach Grades 7-11 (secondary/high school) at Brainy Bunch Islamic International School, Gombak/Taman Melawati, Malaysia.

Position

IGCSE English as a Second Language Teacher

Responsibilities

• Teach English as a Second Language to ESL students in Grades 7-11.
• Working hours are 7:30am to 5pm Mon-Fri, full time.
• Prepare students for the Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language examination.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons covering reading, writing, listening, speaking, grammar, vocabulary, and examination skills.
• Develop and adapt teaching materials to meet different levels of English proficiency.
• Assess student progress through classwork, assignments, quizzes, tests, and mock examinations.
• Provide constructive feedback and targeted support to help students improve their English proficiency.
• Prepare students for the demands and format of the IGCSE examination.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and attainment.
• Work collaboratively with other teachers and school staff to support students’ academic development.
• Contribute to a positive, respectful, and supportive Islamic school environment.
• Participate in relevant school activities, meetings, professional development, and other responsibilities as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, TESOL, Applied Linguistics, or a related field.
• Teaching qualification/certification preferred.
• Experience teaching ESL/EFL and/or Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language preferred.
• Strong command of spoken and written English.
• Familiarity with the Cambridge IGCSE ESL syllabus and examination requirements.
• Ability to teach students with a range of English proficiency levels.
• Strong classroom management and lesson-planning skills.
• Commitment to student-centered learning and continuous professional development.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and international-school environment.
• Commitment to maintaining an Islamic and values-based educational environment.
• Basic Islamic knowledge for the purpose of Islamification of the subject and religious guidance of the students.
• A desire to integrate Islamic knowledge into your subject.
• A desire to learn and study Islam on a personal level and pursue lifelong, continuous spiritual growth.
• Willingness to learn and improve.
• For female candidates: Wear hijab and provide a good example for our female Muslim students.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

Preference may be given to candidates with:

• Previous experience teaching Cambridge IGCSE ESL.
• Experience teaching Grades 7-11.
• Familiarity with Cambridge assessment objectives, past papers, and examination strategies.
• Experience supporting students who are learning English as an additional language.
• A recognized teaching qualification such as PGCE, teaching license, CELTA, DELTA, TESOL, or equivalent.
• Experience working in an international-school setting.
• Our ESL students are mostly from China, so knowing some Chinese and how its grammar compares to English is a plus, but not a requirement.