Secondary Mandarin Teacher

Tenby Schools; Selangor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenby Schools seeks an enthusiastic Mandarin teacher to join their dynamic team. This role involves planning engaging lessons, assessing student progress, and contributing to extracurricular activities. Ideal candidates will have a strong educational background, experience teaching Mandarin, and a commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Community support from colleagues

Engagement in international education trends

Qualifications

• Must have a recognized teaching qualification (e.g., PGDT or PGCEi).
• Minimum of 2 years teaching experience as a Mandarin teacher, preferably in international settings.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver Mandarin lessons for Key Stage 3 and 4 following the Cambridge curriculum.
• Assess and record student development and progress.
• Lead extracurricular activities and engage with the school's community.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or Chinese Language

Job description

Tenby International School Setia EcoHill is one of the newer schools in the Tenby family and is set in a wonderful 14-acre campus with outstanding facilities. The essence of the school is that it puts great teachers with great students and provides the resources, facilities and freedom to progress with learning. Tenby Setia EcoHill adapts the best of both traditional and modern learning and assessment pedagogy. Results are constantly reviewed, and targets set to continuously improve. Tenby Schools are a part of International Schools Partnership (ISP), a dynamic network of 105 schools in 25 different countries committed to an organisational learning culture of “getting better”.

At Tenby International School Setia EcoHill, we apply a holistic, evidence-based philosophy designed to build the character of students and empower lifelong, independent learning. With our extensive experience in providing international quality education, our educators are able to challenge students on a personal, individualised basis, enabling exposure to repeated experiences that push students towards true breakthroughs in learning.

We currently have over 100 employees with a mixture of Malaysians and Expats from various background and teaching qualification. Our dynamic culture here at Tenby International School Setia EcoHill has grown by leaps to bounds since its inception.

A culture of engagement and trust, where staff contributions are recognised and valued.

A passionate and motivated team of professionals who put children at the heart of decision-making.

An embedded whole campus commitment to professional development and a commitment to serving others.

A peer network of like-minded teaching colleagues and support from non-academic staff.

Access to expertise, best practise sharing and learning opportunities across countries and cultures.

A commitment to employee well-being.

Purpose of Role

Tenby Setia Ecohill is keen to employ an enthusiastic Mandarin teacher. The school prides itself on a progressive approach to teaching, with lessons including dynamic collaborative activities and a challenging pace. The successful candidate will be able to lead exciting lessons which inspire students to achieve amazing results.

The school has been growing quickly over the 9 years and the IGCSE results have been strong. The successful candidate will be expected to continue this trend and contribute to the wider school life and other extracurricular activities.

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

Key Responsibilities

· Plan, prepare and deliver Mandarin lessons for Key Stage 3 and 4 (IGCSE) in line with the Cambridge International Secondary curriculum.

· Assess, record, and report on the development, progress, and attainment of students.

· Create a visible and impactful learning environment that supports student learning and well-being.

· Collaborate with Head of Department and colleagues in department meetings, year-level teams, and whole school initiatives.

· Maintain open and effective communication with parents regarding student progress and wellbeing.

· Engage in CPD to stay current with language pedagogy and international education trends.

· Plan and lead extracurricular activities, school events, and enrichment opportunities

· Serve as a form tutor, supporting the pastoral development of students.

· Uphold the school’s safeguarding and child protection policies at all times.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

· A Bachelor's Degree in Education, Chinese Language or a related field.

· A minimum of 2 years teaching experience as Mandarin Teacher, preferably within an international or bilingual setting.

· Have a recognized teaching qualification (e.g. PGDT, PGCEi or similar);

· Demonstrated experience and strong subject knowledge in teaching IGCSE Chinese as a Second Language or Mandarin as a Foreign Language across Key Stages 3 and 4.

· Be willing to lead and participate in educational and trip visits.

· Experience using digital tools for teaching and learning.

· Appreciate the joys and challenges of working in an international school environment.

· A patient, caring and kind personality, dedication to teaching, be adaptable to change.

· A strong communicator, good listener and team player.

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 post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

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Tenby Schools is a rapidly expanding group of international and Malaysian private schools in Malaysia. Having started in Ipoh, there are now also Tenby Schools in Penang, Setia Eco Park in Shah Alam, Setia Eco Gardens in Johor Bahru, Setia Ecohill in Semenyih and Tropicana Aman in Kota Kemuning.

Our vision is “A United World At Peace – Through Education” and is shared by all our schools. We are dedicated to bring together students from different cultures and nationalities and educate them to become the global citizens of the future - young people with respect for one another, confidence in themselves and the determination to become outstanding achievers.

HISTORY AND PRESENT

Tenby Schools Ipoh was established in 1960 by British expatriates who wanted their children to receive high-quality education based on the British system. The school started as an expatriate kindergarten that became an international school, Tenby International School (TIS), Ipoh, which later expanded to include a private Malaysian school, Sekolah Tenby. TIS, Ipoh is also the first school in the group to offer the Cambridge International A-Level Programme since 2010, alongside the other curricula on the same campus.

Tenby Schools Penang began life as a local kindergarten and a private school, with Tenby International School (TIS), Penang being established in 2007. In 2011, the school moved into its current location, a purpose-built campus conveniently located in Tanjung Bungah. The school complex is equipped with modern facilities, supported by a strong faculty of teaching staff.

Tenby Schools Setia Eco Park is the first purpose-built school in the group. Located on a 20-acre site in the award-winning Setia Eco Park development, the school offers top-class education from Early Years up to the Sixth Form. Since its establishment in 2008, Tenby Schools Setia Eco Park has become one of the most popular international/private schools in the Klang Valley. The school commenced the Cambridge International A-Level Programme in 2012 for its Sixth Form.

Tenby International School, Setia Eco Gardens in Johor Bahru commenced operation in January 2013, offering an international student-centred programme for Early Years, Primary and Secondary students.

The Tenby Schools Group

Tenby Schools is a rapidly expanding group of international and Malaysian private schools in Malaysia. Having started in Ipoh, there are now also Tenby Schools in Penang, Setia Eco Park in Shah Alam, Setia Eco Gardens in Johor Bahru, Setia Ecohill in Semenyih and Tropicana Aman in Kota Kemuning.

Our vision is “A United World At Peace – Through Education” and is shared by all our schools. We are dedicated to bring together students from different cultures and nationalities and educate them to become the global citizens of the future - young people with respect for one another, confidence in themselves and the determination to become outstanding achievers.

HISTORY AND PRESENT

Tenby Schools Ipoh was established in 1960 by British expatriates who wanted their children to receive high-quality education based on the British system. The school started as an expatriate kindergarten that became an international school, Tenby International School (TIS), Ipoh, which later expanded to include a private Malaysian school, Sekolah Tenby. TIS, Ipoh is also the first school in the group to offer the Cambridge International A-Level Programme since 2010, alongside the other curricula on the same campus.

Tenby Schools Penang began life as a local kindergarten and a private school, with Tenby International School (TIS), Penang being established in 2007. In 2011, the school moved into its current location, a purpose-built campus conveniently located in Tanjung Bungah. The school complex is equipped with modern facilities, supported by a strong faculty of teaching staff.

Tenby Schools Setia Eco Park is the first purpose-built school in the group. Located on a 20-acre site in the award-winning Setia Eco Park development, the school offers top-class education from Early Years up to the Sixth Form. Since its establishment in 2008, Tenby Schools Setia Eco Park has become one of the most popular international/private schools in the Klang Valley. The school commenced the Cambridge International A-Level Programme in 2012 for its Sixth Form.

Tenby International School, Setia Eco Gardens in Johor Bahru commenced operation in January 2013, offering an international student-centred programme for Early Years, Primary and Secondary students.

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