Mathematics & Physics Teacher

Tenby Schools Ipoh; Ipoh; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fee discount for children of employees

Medical outpatient and insurance

Personal Accident insurance coverage

Job summary

Tenby Schools Ipoh in Malaysia is seeking a suitably qualified Mathematics and Physics Teacher (International Secondary) to deliver Mathematics and Physics from Year 7 to 11, CAIE and IGCSE syllabuses. We value teamwork, adaptability and a commitment to student development, with ongoing professional growth supported through ISP and school leadership.

Fluency in English, a Bachelor’s in Education or Mathematics/Science with teacher training, and at least two years international school

Qualifications

• Possess a relevant Bachelor’s Degree in Education or Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics or Science with a post graduate qualification in teaching
• A minimum of 2 years teaching experience preferable with experience in an international school with Cambridge IGCSE curriculum
• Patient, responsible and passionate
• A team player and flexible to meet the needs of the department
• Computer literate with good interpersonal communication skills
• Fluency in written and spoken English

Responsibilities

• Teach Mathematics and Physics from Year 7 to 11, CAIE and IGCSE syllabus.

Skills

Fluency in English

Patient

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Education or Mathematics or Science

Postgraduate qualification in teaching

Job description

Established in 1960, Tenby Schools Ipoh was the pioneer of the 6 Tenby Schools which are now part of the International Schools Partnership. We have over 1,000 students typically representing about 30 nationalities situated on a 13-acre campus, offering IPC, IGCSE, A level and SPM programmes as well as 70 co-curricular activities. Through our passion for Amazing Learning, our students are consistently high achievers in academic results, sports and music. We are proud members of the Malaysian Future Leaders School.

We are committed to providing work life balance to our staff and Getting Better is our philosophy. In Getting Better the school actively supports the continuous professional development of staff. As a school under the International Schools Partnership, we share best practices and resources with over 110 schools around the globe, and career advancement opportunities beyond borders are also constantly open to ambitious individuals. We are a tight-knit community extending to our Parents and other stakeholders and are supported by our Social and Welfare community groups. Pastoral care is extended to support both the wellbeing of students and staff.

Key benefits

• A culture of engagement and trust, where staff contributions are recognised and valued.
• A passionate and motivated team of professionals who put children at the heart 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 non-academic staff.
• Access to expertise, best practise sharing and learning opportunities across countries and cultures.
• A commitment to employee well-being.

We also offer:

• Competitive salary
• Fee discount for children of employees
• Medical outpatient and insurance benefits
• Personal Accident insurance coverage

Purpose of Role

We are looking for suitably qualified and experienced Mathematics and Physics Teacher (International Secondary) to join our dynamic team to provide quality teaching and learning for our students.

Key Responsibilities

Teach Mathematics and Physics from Year 7 to 11, CAIE and IGCSE syllabus.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

Possess a relevant Bachelor’s Degree in Education or Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics or Science with a post graduate qualification in teaching

A minimum of 2 years teaching experience preferable with experience in an international school with Cambridge IGCSE curriculum

Patient, responsible and passionate

A team player and flexible to meet the needs of the department

Computer literate with good interpersonal communication skills

Fluency in written and spoken English

ISP Leadership Competencies

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

• Collaboration. Takes an active part in leading their school or region; is cooperative and a genuine team player, developing positive, supportive relationships with colleagues to solve problems and maximise opportunities.
• Learning & Getting Better. Continually demonstrates personal commitment and passion for learning and getting better using evidence and feedback; supporting others in their continual learning, development and growth.
• Innovation Leadership. Is good at creating an environment where ideas for learning initiatives and services are generated and is able to motivate and inspire others through the process of creation through to completion.
• Outcome driven. Can be counted on to find solutions. Is consistently looking to exceed goals and is focused on KPIs.
• Resilience. Can deal with setbacks and challenges calmly and effectively.
• Community Focus. Is committed to meeting and exceeding the needs and expectations of our students and their families.
• Integrity & Ethical Management. Has the ability to work ethically and with integrity; helps others feel valued; upholds and models the ISP Vision, Purpose and Principles.
• Leading & Inspiring Others. Supports, encourages and inspires students, colleagues and teams so that they give their best.
• Understanding People. Is a very good judge of talent, can objectively articulate the strengths and motivations of people inside or outside the organisation.
• Influencing & Communication. Consistently informs, influences and inspires students, parents and colleagues through timely and effective communication.
• Agile. Responds and adapts to changing circumstances; manages and solves problems by providing solutions in a climate of ambiguity.
• Strategic, Commercial & Financial Awareness. Has the ability to apply understanding of the business and industry to improve effectiveness and profitability.
• Planning & Decision Making. Makes decisions on the best course of action and then plans, organises, prioritises and balances resources to achieve the desired outcome.
• Diversity & Equity. Has the sensitivity, awareness and skill to understand the values, behaviours, attitudes and practices across cultures that supports all children and adults to learn and work effectively.

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.