IGCSE Malay Teacher

International Schools Partnership; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Shah Alam, Malaysia, seeks an experienced IGCSE Malay Teacher. The ideal candidate will deliver high-quality teaching, engage in continuous professional development, and uphold the school's commitment to student welfare and diversity. Attractive benefits include a competitive salary and contributions to an employee provident fund. The role commences in January 2026.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension fund contribution to EPF

Fee discount for children of employees

Medical benefits

Paid leaves: medical, hospitalization, yearly, maternity

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience teaching IGCSE Malay in international schools.
• Ability to create effective learning resources.
• Experience in managing student performance and underachievement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching in IGCSE Malay.
• Establish clear curriculum coverage and progression.
• Engage with parents to inform them about their child's learning.

Skills

Fluency in written and spoken English

Fluency in Bahasa Malaysia

Good interpersonal communication skills

Computer literate

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Post-graduate qualification in teaching

Job description

Description

The Asia Pacific Schools, in partnership with The International Schools Partnership (ISP), equips students for local and global success by deliveringAmazing Learningand offers both the international and Malaysian National curricula in the Klang Valley, Malaysia.

The Asia Pacific Schools promotes equality and is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, as well as providing employees with a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment.

Key benefits:

• A culture of engagement and trust, where staff contributions are recognized and valued.
• A passionate and motivated team of professionals who put children at the heard of decision-making.
• An embedded whole campus commitment to professional development and a commitment to serving others.
• A peer network of like-minded teaching colleagues and support from operations’ staff.
• Access to expertise, best practice sharing and learning opportunities across countries and cultures.
• A commitment to employee well-being.

We also offer:

• Competitive salary
• Pension fund contribution to an Employee Provident Fund (EPF)
• Fee discount for children of employees
• Outpatient and inpatient medical benefits
• Paid leaves: medical, hospitalization, annual leaves, maternity, compassionate, etc.

ASIA PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

We are seeking to hire a IGCSE Malay Teacher with experience of working in an International School for commencement Jan 2026. Reporting to: Head of Department

Purpose of Role

To provide Amazing Learning opportunities so that students continually get better through the delivery of high-quality teaching and the creation of effective resources.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well‑being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

Key Responsibilities

General

• Follow the policies and practices which reflect the school’s commitment to high achievement, amazing learning and effective feedback
• Establish a clear understanding of the importance and role of Malay in contributing to pupil’s spiritual, moral, cultural, mental and physical development, and in preparing students for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of the modern world
• Use data effectively to identify pupils who are underachieving in the subject and, where necessary, create and implement effective plans of action to support those pupils
• To work effectively as a Form Tutor as part of a designated Year Team

Curriculum

• Ensure curriculum coverage, continuity and progression in the subject for all pupils, including those of high ability and those with special educational or linguistic needs
• Ensure effective development of pupils’ literacy, numeracy and information technology skills through the subject
• Set high expectations for pupils in relation to progress and achievement
• Ensure effective development of pupils’ individual and collaborative study skills necessary for them to become increasingly independent in their work and to complete tasks independently when out of school
• Establish a partnership with parents and careers to involve them in their child’s learning of the subject, as well as providing information about curriculum, attainment, progress and targets

Communication, marketing and PR

• To ensure professional and effective communication and consultation, as appropriate, between colleagues, parents and students at Asia Pacific International School
• Publicise and celebrate achievements
• Assist with the organisation of open evenings, consultation events and other events relating to the school
• To contribute to marketing activities for Asia Pacific International School

(Please note that this Job Description sets out the main duties associated with the stated purpose of the post. It is assumed that other duties of a similar level/nature undertaken within the section are not excluded because they are not itemised. The duties of this post could vary from time to time as a result of new legislation; changes in technology or policy and in that case appropriate training may be given to enable the post holder to undertake this new/varied work.)

OTHER EXPECTATIONS

• Fully and positively participate in the school’s performance appraisal scheme in order to develop and enhance personal and service performance
• Undertake any other reasonable duties requested/assigned as required by SLT or Line Manager, especially with regard to the school’s administrative function
• Ensure that school policies including those relating to Safeguarding, Race Equality, Equal Opportunities, Code of Conduct and Health & Safety are adhered to.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Possess relevant bachelor’s degree in Education or bachelor’s degree with a post‑graduate qualification in teaching
• Minimum three (3) years’ full time teaching IGCSE Malay in an international primary and Secondary school
• Computer literate with good interpersonal communication skills
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Bahasa Malaysia

Person specification

• Patient, responsible, and passionate about teaching
• A team player and flexible to meet the needs of the department
• Must be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people they are responsible for or come into contact with

ISP Leadership Competencies

You consistently demonstrate and role‑model the ISP Leadership Competencies in all that you do.

Cognitive

• Strategic, commercial and financial acumen
• Understands education sector and what drives success
• Outcome-driven with strong a strong focus on results
• Shares our ambition and goals and champions desired change
• Delivers strategic outcomes by inspiring and motivating their team to work towards shared goals
• Demonstrates financial understanding when making decisions and taking action
• Keeps self and team organised and on track

• Creative Problem Solver

• Tackles challenges in an organized and systematic way and finds solutions
• Sees problems as opportunities to improve and better deliver against organisational priorities
• Creates a safe environment within team to encourage innovation and problem‑solving
• Empowers team to apply creativity and flexibility to overcome challenges
• Identifies risks and creates and implements mitigation plans

Interpersonal

• Intentionally connects
• Supports, enables and inspires others to give their best
• Takes time to understand their team and personalise individual experiences
• A skilled identifier of talent who recognises the value of soft skills (emotional intelligence, drive, learnability etc.) as predictors of potential
• Focuses on people development through coaching and mentoring, sharing their experiences and insight
• Recognises and celebrates successes

• Collaborative & Communicative
• Develops and shares our collective vision
• Encourages collaboration and teamwork, making people feel like they are working and succeeding together
• Open‑minded; actively listening and seeking and welcoming feedback
• Communicates honestly, transparently and with genuine care and empathy
• Articulates thoughts and ideas clearly and adjusts how they communicate to the person or situation

Self-Leadership

• Amazing learner
• Self‑aware, humble and a good listener
• Manages their own personal development, focusing on continuous learning and getting better
• Is open about their own areas for development and encourages their team to be the same
• Builds a team with complementary skillsets to support them in areas where they are not so naturally suited
• Curious; asks questions, explores and builds on ideas

• Resilient
• Practices self‑care and encourages their team to do the same
• Uses inner strength when times are challenging or when working outside of their comfort zone

• Understands their own qualities, skills, emotions and triggers and uses this understanding to remain composed and confident in uncertainty
• Recovers positively from setbacks, using them as an opportunity

Digital

• Technologically literate
• Digital collaborator, who works effectively with technical specialists
• Stays up to date with the latest technology and trends and knows how these can be applied in their role
• Demonstrates an adaptive techmindset, constantly evolving their understanding and application of what is possible using tech
• Assesses the impact of new technologies for their role and the organisation

• Digital data fluent
• Effectively interprets digital data and uses it in decision‑making
• Collects, shares and analyses evidence to demonstrate impact, make connections and set improvement targets
• Connects data from different digital sources to design, develop and implement action
• Simplifies complex digital data into clear and understandable information for different audiences
• Uses a mix of digital data, experiences, instinct and context to make decisions

Global

• Values‑driven
• Role models the ISP Principles
• Prioritises wellbeing, inclusion and belonging and is caring, considerate and supportive of their team
• Demonstrates a multi‑cultural mindset and respects the different values, behaviours, attitudes and practices across cultures
• Seeks different perspectives and integrates diversity of thought from team

• Sustainability‑focused
• Considers the environmental and social impact of their decisions and finds ways to minimise these
• Uses their passion and credibility to challenge ways of thinking
• Advocates for policies and practices that support a more sustainable future
• Identifies inefficiencies and wastefulness and prioritises productive and balanced use of resources.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All postholders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years of employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high‑performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio‑economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.