Primary Teacher

Syarikat Pendidikan Staffield Berhad (Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar); Mantin; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier international school in Negeri Sembilan is seeking a dynamic primary teacher to inspire students and contribute to their learning journeys. The ideal candidate will possess excellent subject knowledge, strong teaching skills, and a positive attitude. This role offers opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment that values creativity and teamwork. Interested candidates should submit their application via email.

Qualifications

• Ability to plan and prepare lessons and co-curricular activities.
• Proven record in assessing, recording, and reporting student development.
• Experience in adapting teaching methodologies based on student feedback.

Responsibilities

• Teach according to educational needs of assigned students.
• Conduct regular student assessments and report progress.
• Maintain a vibrant and positive learning environment.

Skills

Excellent subject knowledge

Strong teaching skills

Team player

Positive attitude

Education

Degree in Education or relevant field

Job description

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We are seeking a dynamic and highly-motivated primary teacher to inspire our students on their learning journeys. KTJ is a forward-thinking and innovative school, where we prioritise the growth and development of all our staff and learners. As well as demonstrating excellent subject knowledge and teaching skills, we are also looking for educators who are positive, team players and who add to the holistic approach of the School.

Job Description

At KTJ, we believe that teachers work most effectively within a collaborative and supportive environment which empowers them to reach their full potential. With a commitment to professional development, we offer opportunities for growth in a warm and welcoming student-centred environment. Join us and become part of a community that values creativity, embraces new ideas and encourages progressive thinking.

Key Duties

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

To plan and prepare lessons and co-curricular activities;

To teach, according to their educational need, assigned students, setting high expectations for all;

To assess, record and report on the development, progress and attainment of students;

To give feedback to students which will help them to make good progress;

To adapt lesson planning to feedback received from students and their learning;

To ensure the learning environment is conducive to successful learning, including the behaviour of students.

Reporting and Assessing

To provide regular reports and grades for students in line with the School’s cycle;

To identify and raise students of concern;

To attend parent-teacher meetings and provide oral reports to parents;

To provide references for students, as requested;

To assess and report on prospective students, as requested.

Other Duties

To take register as required in a timely fashion, and to alert a senior member of staff when concerned about the whereabouts of a student;

To ensure the classroom is presented as a vibrant and positive space for learning;

To promote the wellbeing of individual students and all assigned classes;

To establish high expectations and promote good behaviour amongst students;

To act upon any concerns about students’ wellbeing, alerting the Safeguarding Team where necessary, and to ensure appropriate records are kept;

To communicate and consult with the parents of students;

To accompany students on school visits and trips;

To supervise students and student activities, as required;

To play a role in marketing the School to prospective students and parents;

To cover lessons for absent teachers as required;

To carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by the School.

Primary School

To take primary responsibility for a class of students and work in close partnership with the year group team;

To work closely with class learning assistants and support staff;

To attend and contribute to weekly staff meetings and attend whole school and other meetings as required.

Professional Development

To continue to develop professional skills, through CPD, further reading, etc.;

To participate in the School’s professional development programme;

To take part in CPD initiatives run by the School.

KTJ is a friendly and supportive environment for students and staff alike. More information on the School and conditions for teachers can be found in the attached documents or on the vacancies page of our website. On our website, you will also find a copy of the job description for a KTJ teacher.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to security vetting.

Make an application

Please submit a cover letter and a completed application form (available on school website), including contact details of three referees, one of whom should be your current employer, to the HR Department via: [e-mail].

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KTJ is the region's premier International School, established by the Negeri Sembilan Royal Family in 1989. For the last 30 years, our Secondary School has maintained a reputation as being one of the leading British-style, co-education boarding schools in Malaysia. In September 2013, we officially opened our state of the art Primary School, offering modern learning facilities.

We provide high quality day and boarding education for children aged 3 - 19 years, with a diverse population of students from over 22 different countries across Asia, Europe, Australia and Africa. Our Primary and Secondary School is spread across a green 80 acre site located in the beautiful Malaysian countryside, one hour's drive from Kuala Lumpur.

KTJ has won the International School of the Year Award 2021. This award from the Boarding Schools' Association recognises schools outside of the UK that deliver excellence in boarding, facilities and student support.

KTJ is a registered charity where all proceeds are channeled back into the school. This allows us to offer our students outstanding boarding, learning and sports facilities, with highly-qualified and dedicated teaching staff. Our school aims to produce ambitious, well-rounded and considerate global citizens. Each student has every opportunity to develop independence and high self esteem, ready for the next successful step in their lives.