Primary/EYC Assistant Teacher (Aug 2025)

Taylor's Education Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An international education institution based in Kuala Lumpur seeks an adaptable and inspiring Assistant Teacher to support teaching and provide a stimulating learning environment. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of SPM along with relevant experience with children, strong communication abilities, and proficiency in English. The role involves teamwork, administration tasks, and requires familiarity with the English National Curriculum. This position offers an opportunity to develop in a supportive and diverse educational setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience working with children.
• Good communication skills and adaptability to international school demands.
• Familiarity with English National Curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning in the classroom.
• Build positive relationships with children, colleagues, and parents.
• Complete administrative tasks diligently.

Skills

Adaptability

Communication skills

Team player

Knowledge of GIS curriculum

Proficiency in spoken English

Basic Maths

ICT skills

Education

Minimum of SPM

Degree or diploma related to teaching

Job description

Primary/EYC Assistant Teacher (Aug 2025)

Taylor's Education Group – Mont Kiara, Kuala Lumpur

An Assistant Teacher should be an adaptable and inspiring educator. He/she should be a good assistant teacher, motivator and communicator and should provide a stimulating and well-organised learning environment for the pupils. He/she should be able to provide professional expertise, high quality teaching, make effective use of resources and ensure improved standards of achievement for all pupils. He/She should be a team player, willing to work alongside colleagues to the greater good of their own teaching and the learning

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIESProfessional Values and Practice

• ATs are able to work as part of a team and uphold the GIS ethos and core values
• ATs are able to build positive working relationships with children, colleagues, parents and carers
• ATs are striving to improve their own practice and are open to coaching and mentoring

Knowledge and Understanding

• ATs are able to demonstrate that they have sufficient knowledge, expertise and awareness of the GIS curriculum within their age range.
• ATs demonstrate that they have sufficient subject understanding to work with a group of children effectively with the guidance of the class teacher.
• ATs are proficient in spoken English and are able to use basic Maths and ICT tools to complete given tasks

Teaching and Learning

• ATs use strategies to support active participation by all children and encourage independence when leading a group activity
• ATs use any resources effectively, including ICT, to meet the diverse needs of children
• ATs create learning environments that are safe, welcoming, stimulating and fun
• ATs have high social and behavioural expectations of children in-line with the class teacher’s procedures
• ATs are sure of teacher’s intentions and methods, including assessment technique and are able to follow teacher plans and instructions carefully.
• ATs use simple strategies to support or extend learners. They are also able to ask for help if they are unsure.

Administration

• ATs complete admin tasks diligently alongside their main role of supporting teaching and learning within the classroom

POSITION SPECIFICATIONSMINIMUM ACADEMIC/PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION:

• Minimum of SPM; degree or diploma holders with some experience of working with children preferred

RELATED EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 2 years experience
• Possess good communication skills and be willing to adapt to the demands of an international school
• Be able to participate fully in an expanding school and in particular help to develop the team spirit within the school be able to satisfy pupil needs in academic and pastoral matters
• be able to teach mixed culture and ability classes using a variety of styles to create appropriate learning opportunities for all students
• be familiar with English National Curriculum

COMPETENCIES (BEHAVIOURAL)

• Excellent, caring student-centred educator
• The ability to work collaboratively, as part of a team
• The ability to react well under pressure
• Excellent organizational skills
• High standards of dress, punctuality and attendance

This job description may be adapted to best fit the skills and needs of the appointed candidate. Over time, the job description may be modified through consultation between the post holder and the management.