Malay Language Teacher (High School)- August 2027 Intake

St. Joseph's Institution International School; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Institution International School in Malaysia invites a dedicated Malay Language Teacher (High School) for the August 2027 intake to deliver high-quality Malay language lessons to students and work within the Languages department responsible for KS3 and IGCSE.

You will teach, plan, assess and report on pupil progress, use engaging teaching methods, set high behavioural expectations and contribute to the school's Lasallian mission.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication in Malay and English.
• Classroom management and student engagement.
• Ability to plan lessons and assess student progress.

Responsibilities

• Teach Malay language to High School students with KS3/IGCSE alignment.
• Plan lessons, identify objectives and ensure progression.
• Assess and report on pupil progress and provide feedback.
• Engage with parents and contribute to department activities.

Job description

Malay Language Teacher (High School)- August 2027 Intake

Primary Purpose

The Malay Language teacher’s primary responsibility is to ensure the high quality delivery lessons to students in Malay Language, as well as carrying out other duties as required by the Head of Department.

Position in Context

The Malay Language teacher is responsible to the Head of Languages and will be part of the Languages department who are responsible for the delivery of Malay Language at KS3 and IGCSE.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

1. Teaching and Learning

• Ensure effective teaching and management of classes, groups and individuals so that objectives are met, progress and challenge are maintained and the best use is made of teaching time
• Use teaching methods, which will engage and stimulate pupils’ intellectual curiosity including the use of effective questioning, clear presentation and effective use of resources
• Set high expectations for pupils’ behaviour, establishing and maintaining a good standard of behaviour
• Management through focused teaching and create positive and productive relationships in accordance with the rules and behaviour policy of the school

2. Planning

• Identify clear teaching objectives, content, structures and sequences of lessons appropriate to the educational needs of the pupils
• Set appropriate, yet challenging expectations for pupils’ learning, building on prior attainment
• Identify pupils who may require additional support and know where to get help in order to give positive and targeted support
• Ensure that planning shows a clear understanding of the Year group expectations and leads to progression within lessons and over sequences of lesson

3. Assessment and Reporting

• To assess pupils’ achievements and progress in accordance with agreed policies and procedures
• Implement AfL to evaluate how well learning objectives are/have been achieved and adapt future teaching and learning accordingly
• Mark and monitor pupils’ class and homework providing constructive oral and written feedback, providing focus for pupils’ progress to ensure they meet individual and Year group targets

4. Managing own performance and professional development

• Understand the need to take responsibility for their own professional development
• Keep up to date with research and developments in pedagogy as relevant to their curriculum team and Phase
• Understand their professional responsibilities in relation to school policies and procedures
• Make the most of PD opportunities provided
• Reflect on their own teaching critically and use this to improve their teaching

5. Managing and Developing Relations within the School

• Interact on a professional level with academic and administrative colleagues to establish productive working relationships
• To contribute to meetings, discussions and systems to facilitate the smooth running of the school

6. Relations with Parents and the Wider Community

• Prepare and present informative reports to parents in a professional manner
• Facilitate parental engagement by ensuring Home Learning tasks detail how parents can assist their children
• Prepare presentations for parental groups as required

7. Managing Resources

• Select appropriate resources to support learners in achieving teaching objectives
• Select resources to add practical activities and create interest for learners

8. Other

• Act as a role model to the pupils they teach in their personal presentation and conduct
• To meet statutory responsibilities and company policies with regard to Health and Safety
• To promote and adhere to the Lasallian Mission and Core Values of SJIIS
• Any other duties considered necessary as allocated by the Head of School

SJIIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we hold ourselves to a high standard concerning safer recruitment policy and processes. We expect the same commitment to keeping children safe from all of our staff and applicants will be subject to child protection screening appropriate to the post including a full DBS check, checks with past employers, online checks and relevant international police checks.