Secondary Science Teacher

International Schools Partnership Limited; Selangor; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international school in Malaysia is looking for a dedicated Secondary Science Teacher who has a passion for science and a proven track record of teaching at the GCSE or IGCSE level. The ideal candidate will engage students with innovative teaching methods and foster a caring learning environment. This role includes responsibilities in curriculum delivery and student well-being, along with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

School fee discount for children of employees

Medical outpatient and insurance benefits

Qualifications

• Proven track record of teaching Secondary Science at GCSE or IGCSE.
• Experience with AQA, Edexcel, or CAIE examination boards (desirable).
• Knowledge of curriculum developments in Science.

Responsibilities

• Teach all areas of National Curriculum for England in Science.
• Support cross-curricular projects and events.
• Ensure safeguarding and pastoral responsibilities.

Skills

Passion for Science

Ability to engage different learners

Strong communication skills

Commitment to continuous professional development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field

Job description

Role Profile

Purpose of Role

we are seeking a dedicated, dynamic and highly committed Secondary Science Teacher who have a passion for Science and inspires children with your innovative teaching approaches in our newly equipped science laboratories – we are the school of choice! You will have the skills and abilities to engage and enthuse different types of learners and to work productively as part of a team. Our students are looking for a teacher with drive and creativity. You must have an excellent track record of teaching Secondary Science at GCSE or IGCSE.

About Tenby Tropicana Aman

Tenby Tropicana Aman Opening in 2018, TTA is on a purpose-built campus located in an attractive green setting in a suburban area of Tropicana Aman, just outside of Kuala Lumpur. With currently 500+ students on role, age 3 -16 across primary and secondary, our vibrant and dynamic school continues to grow and has already fostered a happy atmosphere and strong sense of community.

We believe in fostering active engagement in learning, celebrating character strengths and developing authentic leadership skills. We enable students to become happy learners and develop into innovative thinkers, confident young adults, and life-long learners. Our students develop resilience, a growth mindset and deep character strengths that allow them to flourish in an ever-changing world.

Our primary school follows the National Curriculum for England, incorporating the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) thematic approach in teaching and learning activities.In our secondary school the National Curriculum for England is delivered at Key Stage 3 leading up to IGCSE. We offer a wide range of IGCSE subjects and are an accredited centre for CAIE, Oxford AQA and Edexcel.

Tenby Tropicana Aman is part of ISP Malaysia, one of the leading education groups in Malaysia that operates Tenby Schools, Asia Pacific Schools and Straits International Schools. The nine school campuses are strategically located in the developed areas of Klang Valley in Selangor, Perak, Penang and Johor.

ISP Malaysia is part of ISP, a global community of over 100 international schools across more than 20 countries.

Key Benefits

• 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 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

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 and Health & Safety 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.
• Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.
• Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.
  
  

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

Secondary Science Teacher – Key Responsibilities

We are looking for someone who:

(There is also potential for a Head of Department (HoD) role for the right candidate.)

• 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 will report 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

You consistently demonstrate and role-model the ISP Core Competencies in all that you do.

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 and 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 and celebrating 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.
• An agile 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 them in 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.