KSSM Mandarin Teacher

Straits International School Penang; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 39,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Straits International School Penang is seeking a dedicated Homeroom Teacher to join our team. You will deliver high-quality teaching, establish clear routines, and use data to support students while ensuring curriculum coverage and progression.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Education or related field with teaching qualification, Mandarin KSSM experience, fluency in English and Bahasa Malaysia, and a collaborative approach with staff, parents and students to promote safeguarding and school

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education with relevant specialisation or a PGDE/PGDE in Teaching.
• Experience teaching KSSM Mandarin, minimum 2 years.
• Ability to teach additional subject(s) is encouraged.
• Computer literacy with good interpersonal communication skills.
• Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Follow school policies and practices reflecting the school’s commitment to high achievement, amazing learning and effective feedback.
• To work effectively as a Homeroom Teacher to an assigned class and ensure curriculum coverage and progression.
• Use data to identify underachieving students and develop action plans to support them.
• Engage with parents to involve them in their child’s learning and provide progress updates.

Skills

Mandarin KSSM

English & BM fluency

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s in Education

PGDE/Teaching qualification

Job description

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Full time

6d ago , from Straits International School Penang

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

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 the subject in contributing to students’ 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 students who are underachieving in the subject and, where necessary, create and implement effective plans of action to support those students
• To work effectively as a Homeroom Teacher to an assigned class
• Ensure curriculum coverage, continuity and progression in the subject for all students, including those of high ability and those with special educational or linguistic needs
• Ensure effective development of students’ literacy, numeracy and information technology skills through the subject
• Set high expectations for students in relation to progress and achievement
• Ensure effective development of students’ 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 carers 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 Schools
• 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 Schools

(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 a Bachelor’s Degree in Education with relevant specialisation or a Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field with a Postgraduate Diploma/Degree in Teaching/Education
• Candidate who is currently teaching KSSM Mandarin with minimum two (2) years of full-time teaching experience
• Candidate who is able to teach another subject or any other relevant subject is encouraged to apply
• 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 Core Competencies

You consistently demonstrate and role-model the ISP Core Competencies in all that you do.

Cognitive

• Curious and agile
• Learns by questioning, exploring and investigating.
• Self-motivated; develops goals, monitors progress and adapts plans as necessary.
• Comfortable with uncertainty and ambiguity; stays engaged and curious and effectively balances patience and action.
• Open-minded; willing to try and test ideas.
• Challenges traditional methods and ways of thinking and encourages new perspectives.
• Creative problem-solver
• Tackles challenges in an organised and systematic way and finds solutions.
• Resourceful and imaginative; sees problems as opportunities to explore alternatives and possibilities.
• Uses logic to break complex problems down into manageable components.
• Interprets and evaluates data and evidence to classify information and recognise patterns and relationships.
• Leverages data and information as critical components in decision-making.

Interpersonal

• Empathetic and emotionally intelligent
• Excels at teamwork and building positive relationships.
• Motivates and encourages others by sharing positive feedback and recognising and celebrating their contributions.
• Understands and respects others’ views, beliefs and feelings, building trust and rapport.
• Self-reflects to understand how their actions and behaviour affect others.
• Manages and self-regulates their emotions.
• Collaborative and communicative
• Communicates openly, honestly and professionally.
• Actively listens and encourages contributions, values others’ inputs and ideas.
• Adapts their style, tone and approach according to others’ needs.
• Shares relevant knowledge, ideas and information with others.
• Handles conflict and disagreements constructively, facilitating dialogue, understanding and resolution.

Self-Leadership

• Manages their own personal development, focusing on continuous learning and getting better.
• Humble, self-aware and open about their own areas for growth.
• Seeks out, welcomes and acts on feedback.
• Understands the internal and external factors affecting their learning and takes ownership for mitigating these.
• An agile learner who makes connections between experiences and is able to unlearn when new solutions are required.
• Resilient
• Practices self‑care and encourages others to do the same.
• Organises themselves and their time and resources well to effectively manage challenges and stressors.
• Understands their own emotions and triggers and follows healthy habits to help manage stress.
• Uses inner strength when times are challenging or when working outside of their comfort zone.
• Recovers positively from setbacks, using them as an opportunity to learn and grow.

Digital

• Technologically literate
• Uses technology in an ethical way, following cybersecurity and data protection best practice.
• Communicates clearly and respectfully across digital and virtual channels.
• Possesses strong functional skills, using technology effectively to support them in their role.
• Understands different digital tools and systems, selecting and using the appropriate solution for specific purposes.
• Keeps up with change, adapting to and embracing new technologies.

Global

• Role models the ISP Principles.
• Understands their responsibilities and the impact and influence they have.
• Demonstrates a multi-cultural mindset and respects the different values, behaviours, attitudes, and practices across cultures.
• Prioritises well‑being, inclusion and belonging and is caring, considerate and supportive of others.
• Considers the environmental and social impact of their actions and finds ways to minimise these.

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

and Health & Safety 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.

Are financially responsible.

We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously.

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

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 post holders 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’ employment history.

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.