Psychology Teacher (IGCSE & A-Level)

Matrix Educare; Seremban; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Malaysia seeks a Psychology Teacher to deliver high-quality lessons based on the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant degree and teaching qualifications, with at least 2 years of experience in teaching Psychology. The role involves developing lesson plans, assessing student performance, and fostering critical thinking in students.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience teaching Psychology, preferably at the IGCSE level.
• Familiarity with the Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) curriculum.
• Proven track record of student achievement in external exams is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons based on the Cambridge IGCSE Psychology curriculum.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress, assessment, and attendance.
• Prepare students for IGCSE examinations, including both theory and application-based questions.

Skills

Cognitive Development

Biological Psychology

Learning

Research Methods

Critical Thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology

Teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTS)

Job description

Plan and deliver high-quality lessons based on the Cambridge IGCSE Psychology curriculum.

Teach key topics such as cognitive development, biological psychology, learning, abnormality, and research methods.

Design schemes of work, lesson plans, classroom activities, and assessments.

Prepare students thoroughly for IGCSE examinations, including both theory and application-based questions.

Use a variety of instructional strategies to support diverse learning needs and abilities.

Maintain accurate records of student progress, assessment, and attendance.

Provide regular feedback to students and communicate with parents on academic progress.

Encourage critical thinking, curiosity, and ethical awareness in psychological contexts.

Stay up to date with curriculum changes, exam board expectations, and relevant psychological research.

Participate in school events, parent-teacher meetings, and professional development sessions.

Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or a closely related field (Master’s preferred).

Teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTS, or equivalent).

Minimum 2 years of experience teaching Psychology, preferably at the IGCSE level.

Familiarity with Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) curriculum.

Proven track record of student achievement in external exams is an advantage.

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Your application will include the following questions:

• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Psychology Teacher?
• Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment background check?

Our philosophy is to challenge students to be intellectually curious, responsive and persistent, to be committed and expressive towards their ideals. Our goal is to ensure that every student will become articulate, courageous and develop a realization that the world is their classroom, and that our lessons are for life. Unrivalled in design, range of facilities, ICT technologies; learning is truly a global experience on our 20-acre campus and truly Second to None. Nulli Secunda.