Reception Teacher

Garden International School - Kuala Lumpur; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An international school in Kuala Lumpur is looking for an enthusiastic Reception Teacher to join their Early Years Centre starting in April 2026. The successful candidate will contribute to a positive learning environment and support the academic and social growth of the students. The school offers a competitive salary, a collaborative working atmosphere, ongoing professional development, and utilizes advanced technology to enhance learning. Applications are encouraged before the closing date of December 30, 2025.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Ongoing professional development

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Proven track record of outstanding Early Years practice.
• Ability to engage, motivate, and support children, staff, and parents.
• Reflective practitioner with creative thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of the Early Years Centre.
• Create positive learning environments for growth.
• Utilize latest technology to enhance learning.

Skills

Outstanding Early Years practice

Excellent knowledge of the EYFS framework

Engagement and motivation skills

Reflective practice

Advanced technology use in education

Interpersonal skills for teamwork

Experience in enquiry-based learning

Job description

We require an enthusiastic, adaptable and highly committed Reception Teacher for an April 2026 start for our thriving Early Years Centre. The successful applicants will be keen to contribute to the development of this expanding and forward-thinking school. The school is focused on creating the best environments for our students to grow and develop academically, emotionally, physically and socially. With a positive and progressive outlook, based on the latest research, we seek to constantly improve the provision for learning.

GIS is a well‑resourced, successful international school with great facilities and a reputation for academic excellence; we place the success of each and every student at the centre of our mission. GIS is a family, and with our fantastic students, dedicated and motivated team of excellent teachers and support staff, it truly is a wonderful place to learn and teach.

The school is focused on creating the best environments for our learners to grow and develop academically, emotionally, physically and socially. With a positive and progressive outlook, based on the latest research, we seek to constantly improve the provision for learning. With over 75 hours dedicated to teacher CPD every year, as well as a keen focus on staff and student well‑being, we are constantly striving for excellence, both as practitioners and for our learners. As an ‘Apple Distinguished’ school, GIS uses the latest technology to enhance learning and provide a 1:1 device programme and use Google Apps for Education as our main learning platform.

Successful candidate must:

• Have a proven track record of outstanding Early Years practice
• Have an excellent knowledge of the EYFS framework
• Be able to engage, motivate and support children, staff and parents
• Be reflective practitioners with the ability to think creatively and innovatively in order to continue to improve
• Have an advanced ability in using technology to support learning and teaching within the classroom
• Have the interpersonal skills needed to work successfully within teams
• Have experience of enquiry‑based learning and/or thematic cross‑curricular learning

We will provide:

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• A professionally stimulating and collaborative working environment with ongoing Professional Development and weekly Professional Learning and Wellbeing time
• A well‑resourced and friendly campus

Closing date for applications is 30 December 2025. We encourage early applications as we may appoint suitable candidates prior to the closing date. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an online interview.

Please review the “GIS Information for Applicants 2026‑27” booklet found in the Applicant Info Pack prior to applying for this role.

Garden International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, all offers of employment are subject to a criminal record check (ICPC or equivalent).