Secondary English Teacher

The British International School Kuala Lumpur; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international school in Kuala Lumpur seeks an experienced Secondary English Teacher. You will create an engaging classroom environment, teach English at IGCSE/KS3, and collaborate with colleagues to design curricula. Candidates should have a relevant university degree, teaching qualification, and a passion for fostering student growth. This role offers the opportunity for significant professional development and career advancement.

Benefits

Fast-paced global experience

Creative and collaborative environment

Unique opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• University degree in your specialist subject required.
• Teaching qualification essential with considerable teaching experience.
• Strong knowledge of the curriculum is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Create a classroom culture that fosters unlimited achievement.
• Articulate and evidence responsive practice impacting student learning.
• Maintain ongoing interest in educational research and development.

Skills

Responsive practice

Communication across varied platforms

Curriculum design

Engagement with students and parents

Experience in EAL/SL English

Media Studies knowledge

Education

University degree in specialist subject

Teaching qualification

Job description

About Nord Anglia Education

Nord Anglia Education is the world’s leading premium schools organisation, operating more than 81 schools across 32 countries. Our philosophy is built on four pillars: creativity, wellbeing, excellent academic outcomes, and global connectedness, delivered through innovative use of educational technology.

We recruit and retain world‑leading teachers, offer transformative learning experiences, and support staff with extensive professional development and CPD. Our global network provides access to collaborations with prestigious institutions such as The Juilliard School, MIT, UNICEF, and King’s College London, and the opportunity for selected candidates to earn an Executive Master’s in International Education.

About the role: Secondary English Teacher

We are looking for an experienced teacher of English who can create a classroom culture where there are no limits to what can be achieved. The ideal candidate will:

• Clearly articulate and evidence responsive practice to affect student learning
• Show evidence of professional growth, both academic and pastoral
• Maintain an ongoing interest in educational research and further professional development
• Communicate clearly across varied platforms and contexts to a range of audiences
• Have experience or interest in curriculum design
• Teach EAL/SL English at IGCSE and/or KS3 (CELTA advantage)
• Teach Media Studies at IGCSE and/or A‑Level

About you

You hold a university degree in your specialist subject, a teaching qualification, and considerable teaching experience with strong knowledge of the curriculum. You are receptive to feedback, ready to embrace change, and eager to share best practice with colleagues. You are a strong ambassador for the school, able to engage students, parents, and the wider community. You also meet visa‑related requirements for Malaysia.

Benefits

• A fast‑paced global experience that enables you to progress on an international scale
• An enabling environment rooted in creativity, challenge, and collaboration
• A fair and consultative culture that values your input
• Unique opportunities to grow professionally and advance your career

Selection Process

The closing date for applications is 01/12/2025. Assessment will include two stages of interview, including a panel interview.

EEO Statement

All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures, including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils irrespective of race, ability, religion, gender, or culture.