Pre-school Teaching Assistant

International Schools Partnership Limited; Selangor; On-site; MYR 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international education provider in Malaysia is seeking a Pre-school Teaching Assistant to enhance learning opportunities in the classroom. This role focuses on supporting children's educational growth and well-being, working closely with teachers and parents to ensure a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate should have a relevant educational qualification and experience in preschool settings. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered, fostering a culture of growth and development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension fund contribution

Fee discount for children of employees

Medical benefits

Paid leaves

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must possess a Certificate or Diploma in Early Childhood Education.
• Preferably with 1 year of preschool teaching experience or passionate fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Able to guide and teach in languages (Bahasa Malaysia, English).

Responsibilities

• Work with small groups of children under the supervision of the teacher.
• Attend to children's personal needs including health and welfare.
• Support the teacher in managing student behaviour.

Skills

Experience in early childhood education

Communication skills in Bahasa Malaysia

Communication skills in English

Education

Certificate or Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Overview

Asia Pacific Schools, in partnership with The International Schools Partnership (ISP), equips students for local and global success by delivering Amazing Learning and offers both the international and Malaysian National curricula in the Klang Valley, Malaysia. The Asia Pacific International School offers the international curriculum (IGCSE) from Early Years through to Secondary and have been rated 5-Star by the Malaysian Ministry of Education.

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 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 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
• Medical outpatient and inpatient benefits
• Training and development opportunities
• Paid leaves e.g., medical, hospitalization, compassionate, exam/study, and maternity leaves

Position

ISP Malaysia – Asia Pacific Smart School

We are seeking to hire a Pre-school Teaching Assistant with experience in an International school for Jan 2026 commencement.

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

Support for students

• To work with small groups of children under the supervision of the teacher.
• Give regular feedback on children’s progress to the class teacher.
• Attend to children’s personal needs, including pastoral, social, health, physical hygiene, minor first aid and welfare matters.
• Establish good relationships with students, be a role model by presenting a positive personal image and respond appropriately to individual needs.
• Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all students.
• Encourage students to act independently as appropriate.

Support for Teachers

• Provide curricular clerical/admin support.
• Under the direction of the teacher prepare the classroom for lessons including display work as appropriate and clear afterwards.
• Undertake student record keeping as requested (for example, provide a written statement on student’s progress to the teacher).
• Support the teacher in managing student behaviour, reporting difficulties as appropriate.
• Establish constructive relationships with parents/carers and report on information from parents/carers to the teacher.

Support for the Curriculum

• Provide curriculum / resource support.
• Support the use of ICT in learning activities and develop students’ competence and independence in its use.
• Prepare and maintain equipment/resources as directed by the teacher and assist students in their use.

Support for the School

• Be aware of and comply with safeguarding procedures, confidentiality, and data protection, reporting any concerns to the relevant member of staff.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety at all times.
• Maintain good relationships with colleagues and work together as a team.
• Assist in the supervision of classroom and outdoor activities.
• Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school.
• Be aware of and support difference and ensure all students have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.
• Attend relevant meetings.
• Participate in training, including relevant learning strategies and other learning activities and appraisal, where required.

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.
• Communicate with parents on a regular basis regarding learning, eating and intimate care (toilet training) for age group 18-36 months.
• Administer intimate care including changing nappies and washing children following our Intimate Care Policy.

Skills, Qualifications And Experience

• Candidates must possess at least a Certificate or Diploma in Early Childhood Education.
• Candidates who have attended and passed the Basic Childcare Course (KAAK) are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Preferably with 1 year of preschool teaching experience. However, fresh graduates or interns with passion in preschool education is strongly encouraged to apply.
• Able to guide and teach in languages (Bahasa Malaysia, English).

Person Specification

Patient and supportive approach to the teaching and learning process. Friendly and loving towards children. 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

• Amazing Learner
• 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

• Values driven
• 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.

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.