Science Teacher

International Schools Partnership Limited; Selangor; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Malaysia seeks a dedicated Secondary Science Teacher to inspire students with innovative teaching approaches. The role requires a passion for science, proficiency in the National Curriculum, and the ability to engage diverse learners. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Education or a relevant field, with a proven record of improving student outcomes. The position offers a supportive team culture with a commitment to professional development and student well-being.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

School fee discount for children of employees

Medical outpatient and insurance benefits

Qualifications

• Passion for science and inspiring innovative teaching.
• Proven track record of improving student outcomes.
• Up-to-date knowledge of curriculum developments.

Responsibilities

• Teach all areas of the National Curriculum for England in Science.
• Engage different types of learners and work productively in teams.
• Commit to safeguarding and support student well-being.

Skills

Passion for Science

Strong communication

Experience with AQA, Edexcel, CAIE

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Education or relevant field

Job description

Secondary Science Teacher

Role Profile

Purpose of Role: We are seeking a dedicated, dynamic and highly committed Secondary Science Teacher who has a passion for Science and inspires children with innovative teaching approaches in our newly equipped science laboratories. We need an educator who engages and enthuses different types of learners, works productively as part of a team, and has an excellent track record of teaching Secondary Science at GCSE or IGCSE.

About Tenby Tropicana Aman

Tenby Tropicana Aman (TTA) opened in 2018 on a purpose‑built campus in a suburban area of Tropicana Aman, just outside Kuala Lumpur. With 500+ students aged 3‑16 across primary and secondary, our vibrant school fostered a happy atmosphere and strong sense of community. We deliver the National Curriculum for England, incorporate the International Primary Curriculum for primary and drive students toward IGCSE in secondary. TTA is part of ISP Malaysia, one of the leading education groups in Malaysia, which operates schools across Selangor, Perak, Penang and Johor.

Key Benefits

• A culture of engagement and trust, where staff contributions are recognised and valued.
• A passionate and motivated team that puts children at the heart of decision‑making.
• Embedded commitment to professional development and employee well‑being.
• Access to expertise, best practice sharing and learning opportunities across countries and cultures.
• Competitive remuneration.
• School fee discount for children of employees.
• Medical outpatient and insurance benefits.

ISP Principles

• Treat everyone with care and respect, promote well‑being and foster an inclusive environment.
• Operate effectively, focusing relentlessly on the most important matters and embodying shared ideas of the community.
• Apply financial responsibility, making careful choices based on children’s needs.
• Learn continuously, engaging positively with personal and professional development and school improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Puts children at the heart of everything they do and genuinely cares about their well‑being.
• Is passionate about Science and understands its importance in equipping young people with essential skills and knowledge.
• Has experience with AQA, Edexcel, or CAIE examination boards (desirable).
• Is an inspiring teacher with a proven track record of improving student outcomes.
• Can teach all areas of the National Curriculum for England in Science.
• Has up‑to‑date knowledge of curriculum developments and experience teaching GCSE Science.
• Is a strong communicator – personable, caring and passionate, with high expectations.
• Is committed to continuous professional development and excited about leading others in their growth as well.
• Is committed to safeguarding and sees the pastoral responsibilities of a teacher as central to the role.

Line Management

The Science Teacher reports to the Head of Secondary.

Qualifications and Experience

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Education or any other relevant field.

• Support cross‑curricular projects and events.

ISP Core Competencies

Cognitive

• Curious and agile.
• Learns by questioning, exploring and investigating.
• Self‑motivated; develops goals, monitors progress and adapts plans as necessary.
• Comfortable with uncertainty and ambiguity; stays engaged, curious and effectively balances patience and action.
• Open‑minded; willing to try and test ideas.
• Challenges traditional methods and ways of thinking and encourages new perspectives.
• Creative problem‑solver.
• Tackles challenges in an organised and systematic way and finds solutions.
• Resourceful and imaginative sees problems as opportunities to explore alternatives and possibilities.
• Uses logic to break complex problems down into manageable components.
• Interprets and evaluates data and evidence to classify information and recognise patterns and relationships.
• Leverages data and information as critical components in decision‑making.

Interpersonal

• Empathetic and emotionally intelligent.
• Excels at teamwork and building positive relationships.
• Motivates and encourages others by sharing positive feedback and recognising their contributions.
• Understands and respects others’ views, beliefs and feelings, building trust and rapport.
• Self‑reflects to understand how their actions and behaviour affect others.
• Manages and self‑regulates their emotions.
• Collaborative and communicative.
• Communicates openly, honestly and professionally.
• Actively listens and encourages contributions, values others’ inputs and ideas.
• Adapts their style, tone and approach according to others’ needs.
• Shares relevant knowledge, ideas and information with others.
• Handles conflict and disagreements constructively, facilitating dialogue, understanding and resolution.

Self‑Leadership

• Amazing Learner.
• Manages their own personal development, focusing on continuous learning and getting better.
• Humble, self‑aware and open about their own areas for growth.
• Seeks out, welcomes and acts on feedback.
• Understands the internal and external factors affecting their learning and takes ownership for mitigating these.
• Unagile learner who makes connections between experiences and is able to unlearn when new solutions are required.
• Resilient.
• Practices self‑care and encourages others to do the same.
• Organises themselves and their time and resources well to effectively manage challenges and stressors.
• Understands their own emotions and triggers and follows healthy habits to help manage stress.
• Uses inner strength when times are challenging or when working outside of their comfort zone.
• Recovers positively from setbacks, using them as an opportunity to learn and grow.

Digital

• Technologically literate.
• Uses technology in an ethical way, following cybersecurity and data protection best practice.
• Communicates clearly and respectfully across digital and virtual channels.
• Possesses strong functional skills, using technology effectively to support their role.
• Understands different digital tools and systems, selecting and using the appropriate solution for specific purposes.
• Keeps up with change, adapting to and embracing new technologies.

Global

• Values driven.
• Role models the ISP Principles.
• Understands their responsibilities and the impact and influence they have.
• Demonstrates a multi‑cultural mindset and respects the different values, behaviours, attitudes and practices across cultures.
• Prioritises well‑being, inclusion and belonging and is caring, considerate and supportive of others.
• Considers the environmental and social impact of their actions and finds ways to minimise these.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP 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 Belonging

ISP 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.

More Information

For more information visit http://www.internationalschoolspartnership.com