Primary Bahasa Melayu Teacher

Straits International School Penang; Semenyih; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenby International School Setia EcoHill in Malaysia is seeking a Primary Bahasa Melayu teacher to plan and deliver engaging lessons that build confidence in listening, speaking, reading and writing, with attention to progression across year levels and seamless collaboration with Primary and Secondary colleagues.

You will adapt teaching for multilingual learners, foster a respectful classroom culture, and contribute to a coherent transition into the Secondary curriculum.

Qualifications

• Know the Bahasa curriculum, learning outcomes and expected standards for each Primary year level taught; use these to plan a coherent progression of vocabulary, language structures and communication skills.
• Plan sequences of lessons with clear learning intentions, purposeful modelling, guided practice and opportunities for learners to use Bahasa meaningfully and independently.
• Select and adapt texts, visuals, conversation, listening activities and written tasks for learners with different starting points, including multilingual learners and learners who need additional support or challenge.
• Work with Primary colleagues to align teaching with year group priorities and contribute accurate planning and resources.

Responsibilities

• Deliver motivating, well structured lessons with frequent learner talk, listening and reading, and appropriate writing practice; build confidence and accuracy through explicit teaching and useful feedback.
• Establish positive, respectful relationships with learners, high expectations for participation and a safe environment in which they are willing to try new language and learn from mistakes.
• Promote understanding of Malaysian language and culture through relevant contexts, enrichment and school activities where appropriate.

Job description

The Primary Bahasa Teacher plans and teaches engaging Bahasa Melayu lessons that help learners develop confidence and competence in listening, speaking, reading and writing. The teacher understands the expected progression at each year level, checks what learners have learned and adapts teaching so that all learners, including those new to Bahasa, can make progress. The post works with Primary and Secondary colleagues to support a coherent transition into the Secondary curriculum. This is a classroom teaching role and does not include leadership or line management of the Languages Department.

ABOUT TENBY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL SETIA ECOHILL

Tenby International School Setia EcoHill follows the international school

curriculum comprising IGCSE, beginning from Kindergarten through to Secondary School. With over 800 students, we have gained a reputation for excellence and high standards in education.

We champion a transformative approach to learning that goes beyond the

classroom. By igniting our students' curiosity and growing their self-confidence, we empower them to become the next generation of changemakers.

Tenby International School Setia EcoHill is part of ISP Malaysia, one of the leading education groups in Malaysia that operates Tenby Schools, Asia Pacific Schools and Straits International Schools. The nine school campuses are strategically located in the developed areas of Klang Valley in Selangor, Perak, Penang and Johor.

ISP Malaysia is part of ISP, a global community of over 100 international schools across more than 20 countries.

• 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 commitment to professional development and employee
• Access to expertise, best practice sharing and learning opportunities across countries and cultures.
• School fee discount for children of employees.
• Medical outpatient and insurance benefits.
• 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.

For more information visit http://www.internationalschoolspartnership.com

Bahasa Teacher – Key Responsibilities

Curriculum and planning

• Know the Bahasa curriculum, learning outcomes and expected standards for each Primary year level taught; use these to plan a coherent progression of vocabulary, language structures and communication skills.
• Plan sequences of lessons with clear learning intentions, purposeful modelling, guided practice and opportunities for learners to use Bahasa meaningfully and independently.
• Select and adapt texts, visuals, conversation, listening activities and written tasks for learners with different starting points, including multilingual learners and learners who need additional support or challenge.
• Work with Primary colleagues to align teaching with year group priorities and contribute accurate planning and resources.

Teaching and classroom culture

• Deliver motivating, well structured lessons with frequent learner talk, listening and reading, and appropriate writing practice; build confidence and accuracy through explicit teaching and useful feedback.
• Establish positive, respectful relationships with learners, high expectations for participation and a safe environment in which they are willing to try new language and learn from mistakes.
• Promote understanding of Malaysian language and culture through relevant contexts, enrichment and school activities where appropriate.