Primary Bahasa Melayu Teacher

Tenby International School Setia EcoHill; Semenyih; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

School fee discount for children of em

Medical outpatient and insurance

Job summary

Tenby International School Setia EcoHill is seeking a Primary Bahasa Teacher to plan and deliver Bahasa Melayu lessons that build listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. You will adapt content for multilingual learners and coordinate with other year groups to ensure a coherent progression into the Secondary curriculum.

The role focuses on classroom teaching with no line management, while maintaining high standards and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or Bahasa Melayu or related field.
• Recognised teaching qualification required.
• Strong Bahasa Melayu and English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan Bahasa Melayu lessons aligning with year-level outcomes.
• Deliver engaging, structured lessons and provide feedback.
• Assess learner progress and keep records of attainment.
• Collaborate with Primary and Secondary teams for smooth transitions.
• Uphold safeguarding and school policies in all activities.

Skills

Bahasa Melayu proficiency

Language acquisition

Primary pedagogy

Curriculum planning

Assessment knowledge

Education

Bachelor in Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

Job DescriptionPurpose of RoleThe 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 ECOHILLTenby International School Setia EcoHill follows the international schoolcurriculum 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 theclassroom. 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.Key Benefits• A culture of engagement and trust, where staff contributions are recognisedand valued.• A passionate and motivated team of professionals who put children at theheart of decision-making.• An embedded commitment to professional development and employeewell-being.• Access to expertise, best practice sharing and learning opportunities acrosscountries and cultures.• Competitive remuneration.• School fee discount for children of employees.• Medical outpatient and insurance benefits.ISP Principles• Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at theheart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing andsafety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we areconsistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issuesand acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.• Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embracesimilarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.• Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are mostimportant and will make the most difference. We apply school policies andprocedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.• Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based onthe needs of the children, students and our schools.• Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engagewith personal and professional development and school improvement.For more information visit http://www.internationalschoolspartnership.comBahasa Teacher – Key ResponsibilitiesCurriculum and planning• Know the Bahasa curriculum, learning outcomes and expected standards foreach Primary year level taught; use these to plan a coherent progression ofvocabulary, 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 andindependently.• Select and adapt texts, visuals, conversation, listening activities and writtentasks for learners with different starting points, including multilingual learnersand learners who need additional support or challenge.• Work with Primary colleagues to align teaching with year group priorities andcontribute accurate planning and resources.Teaching and classroom culture• Deliver motivating, well structured lessons with frequent learner talk, listeningand reading, and appropriate writing practice; build confidence and accuracythrough 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 newlanguage and learn from mistakes.• Promote understanding of Malaysian language and culture through relevantcontexts, enrichment and school activities where appropriate.Assessment and progress• Use questioning, observation, discussion and review of learner work to check understanding during lessons and adjust teaching promptly.• Design, administer and mark appropriate summative assessments againsttaught curriculum expectations; maintain accurate records of attainment andprogress.• Identify learners whose learning has gaps, plan focused follow up teaching and evaluate whether it has helped; report progress clearly and constructively to learners, parents and school leaders.Partnership and transition• Build professional, approachable relationships with parents; communicatelearning expectations, progress and areas for support in a timely and respectful manner.• Collaborate with Secondary Bahasa colleagues to understand entryexpectations, share Primary assessment and curriculum information, identifygaps in language knowledge or skills, and agree practical steps that supporttransition.• Contribute to team meetings, professional learning and school improvementwork, seeking feedback and refining teaching practice.Professional responsibilities• Uphold school policies on safeguarding, child protection, health and safety,inclusion, confidentiality and responsible use of technology; raise concernsthrough the appropriate school procedures.• Demonstrate the ISP principles by putting learners’ learning and wellbeing first, treating others with care and respect, working effectively and learningcontinuously.Line managementThe postholder reports through the Primary School leadership structure. The role requires close working relationships with Primary year teams and Secondary Bahasa colleagues. ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to the school’s required safeguarding and employment checks.Qualifications and Experience• A bachelor’s degree in Education, Bahasa Melayu or a relevant field, togetherwith a recognised teaching qualification.• Strong Bahasa Melayu proficiency and sound knowledge of languageacquisition, Primary pedagogy, curriculum planning and assessment.• Experience teaching Bahasa Melayu to Primary aged learners, preferably inan international or multilingual school setting; ability to teach learners with varied prior exposure to the language.• Clear communication in Bahasa Melayu and English, strong organisationand a collaborative approach to working with families and colleagues.• Experience supporting transition to Secondary Bahasa learning is anadvantage.ISP Core CompetenciesYou consistently demonstrate and role-model the ISP Core Competencies i all that you do.Cognitive• Curious and agileo Learns by questioning, exploring and investigating.o Self-motivated; develops goals, monitors progress and adapts plans asnecessary.o Comfortable with uncertainty and ambiguity; stays engaged and curiousand effectively balances patience and action.o Open-minded; willing to try and test ideas.o Challenges traditional methods and ways of thinking and encouragesnew perspectives.• Creative problem-solvero Tackles challenges in an organised and systematic way and findssolutions.o Resourceful and imaginative; sees problems as opportunities to explorealternatives and possibilities.o Uses logic to break complex problems down into manageablecomponents.o Interprets and evaluates data and evidence to classify information andrecognise patterns and relationships.o Leverages data and information as critical components in decisionmaking.Interpersonal• Empathetic and emotionally intelligento Excels at teamwork and building positive relationships.o Motivates and encourages others by sharing positive feedback andrecognising and celebrating their contributions.o Understands and respects others’ views, beliefs and feelings, buildingtrust and rapport.o Self-reflects to understand how their actions and behaviour affect others.o Manages and self-regulates their emotions.• Collaborative and communicativeo Communicates openly, honestly and professionally.o Actively listens and encourages contributions; values others’ inputs andideas.o Adapts their style, tone and approach according to others’ needs.o Shares relevant knowledge, ideas and information with others.o Handles conflict and disagreements constructively, facilitating dialogue,understanding and resolution.Self-Leadership• Amazing Learnero Manages their own personal development, focusing on continuouslearning and getting better.o Humble, self-aware and open about their own areas for growth.o Seeks out, welcomes and acts on feedback.o Understands the internal and external factors affecting their learning andtakes ownership for mitigating these.o An agile learner who makes connections between experiences and is ableto unlearn when new solutions are required.• Resiliento Practices self-care and encourages others to do the same.o Organises themselves and their time and resources well to effectivelymanage challenges and stressors.o Understands their own emotions and triggers and follows healthy habitsto help manage stress.o Uses inner strength when times are challenging or when working outsideof their comfort zone.o Recovers positively from setbacks, using them as an opportunity to learnand grow.Digital• Technologically literateo Uses technology in an ethical way, following cybersecurity and dataprotection best practice.o Communicates clearly and respectfully across digital and virtualchannels.o Possesses strong functional skills, using technology effectively to supportthem in their role.o Understands different digital tools and systems, selecting and using theappropriate solution for specific purposes.o Keeps up with change, adapting to and embracing new technologies.Global• Values driveno Role models the ISP Principles.o Understands their responsibilities and the impact and influence theyhave.o Demonstrates a multi-cultural mindset and respects the different values,behaviours, attitudes, and practices across cultures.o Prioritises well-being, inclusion and belonging and is caring, considerateand supportive of others.o Considers the environmental and social impact of their actions and findsways to minimise these.ISP Commitment to Safeguarding PrinciplesISP 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 BelongingISP 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 demographiccharacteristics. 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.ISP PrinciplesBegin 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 safeguardingand 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.ISP Commitment to Safeguarding PrinciplesISP 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 BelongingISP 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.