Mandarin Teacher

KK Straits International Education; Rawang; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

KK Straits International Education is seeking a dedicated Mandarin Teacher to deliver high-quality language instruction aligned with the IGCSE curriculum. The role emphasizes creating an engaging and supportive learning environment for students of varying proficiency levels and promoting intercultural understanding within the school community. This position plays a vital part in enhancing the overall language learning experience while adhering to the school’s safeguarding policies.

Qualifications

• Experience with IGCSE Mandarin curriculum.
• Ability to engage with students across varying proficiency levels.
• Commitment to safeguarding and student welfare.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, differentiated Mandarin lessons for various proficiency levels.
• Create and implement curriculum work that aligns with IGCSE standards.
• Support student progress through assessment and feedback.

Skills

Mandarin instruction

Differentiated teaching strategies

Student support

Cultural appreciation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Job description

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(IGCSE – First Language, Second Language, and Foreign Language)
With potential for Head of Modern Foreign Languages (MFL)

Purpose of Role

As a Mandarin Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality Mandarin instruction across First Language, Second Language, and Foreign Language pathways, aligned with the IGCSE curriculum. You will support students with varying levels of language proficiency, promote intercultural understanding, and contribute to the broader language learning experience within the school.

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.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

Deliver engaging, differentiated Mandarin lessons suitable for native speakers, bilingual students, and beginners.

Ensure lesson planning, delivery, and assessment align with IGCSE Mandarin standards and the school's curriculum framework.

Incorporate a range of teaching strategies, including the effective use of technology and authentic materials, to support student learning.

Curriculum and Assessment

Design and implement schemes of work that reflect best practices in language acquisition and support successful outcomes in IGCSE Mandarin (First Language, Second Language, and Foreign Language).

Monitor and assess student progress using appropriate formative and summative tools.

Prepare students for internal and external assessments, including IGCSE examinations.

Student Support

Create a supportive learning environment that encourages risk-taking, curiosity, and cultural appreciation.

Provide individualised support and feedback to students of all language levels.

Encourage student participation in co-curricular and enrichment activities related to Mandarin language and Chinese culture.

Collaboration and Contribution

Work closely with colleagues within the Modern Foreign Languages Department and across the school to promote language learning and interdisciplinary connections.

Participate actively in departmental planning, school events, parent-teacher conferences, and open days.

Contribute to the development of the Mandarin curriculum and share best practices with the wider team.

Professional Responsibilities

Uphold the school’s values and safeguarding standards in all interactions.

Maintain accurate records of student progress and contribute to reporting and communications with parents.

Engage in continuous professional development to keep up with developments in language teaching and IGCSE assessment.

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 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 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.

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Straits International School Rawang is part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP), a leading International Education company based in London with 56 schools across the world.

Straits International School opened its doors in Oct 2018, and it currently offers high quality Cambridge education for Early Years, Primary and Secondary students in a well-equipped, purpose-built campus located at Taman sari Rawang.

Straits is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices which are aligned to the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection. All appointments are subject to a CV and qualification checking, interview, references check and criminal background checks.

Straits International School Rawang is part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP), a leading International Education company based in London with 56 schools across the world.

Straits International School opened its doors in Oct 2018, and it currently offers high quality Cambridge education for Early Years, Primary and Secondary students in a well-equipped, purpose-built campus located at Taman sari Rawang.

Straits is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices which are aligned to the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection. All appointments are subject to a CV and qualification checking, interview, references check and criminal background checks.

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