Secondary Teacher (BM & Sejarah)

R.E.A.L Education Group Sdn Bhd; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

REAL Schools Shah Alam Campus is seeking passionate Secondary Teachers to join our teaching team, delivering engaging lessons across the Malaysian national curriculum and supporting students’ academic and personal development.

Reporting to the Head of Department, you will create structured schemes of work, adapt to diverse learners, and contribute to the school community through co-curricular activities while upholding safeguarding standards and professional conduct.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Education or related field and relevant teaching credentials.
• At least three years of full-time secondary teaching experience in a similar role.
• Fluency in English with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong knowledge of the Malaysian National Curriculum and effective teaching/assessment strategies.
• Ability to plan coherent learning sequences and manage diverse learner needs.
• Proficiency using ICT to support teaching and learning.
• Commitment to safeguarding and student welfare.
• Willingness to contribute to school life and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver well-structured secondary lessons in line with the curriculum.
• Design lessons for diverse learners while promoting inclusion and respect.
• Demonstrate strong subject knowledge and apply effective teaching approaches.
• Maintain high expectations and monitor student progress.
• Provide feedback and adapt teaching based on assessment evidence.
• Prepare students for internal assessments and national requirements.
• Maintain a positive, safe learning environment and manage behaviour.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum planning and student development.
• Contribute to school life through events, trips and co-curricular activities.
• Provide appropriate classroom cover when needed.
• Engage in appraisal and professional development to improve teaching practice.

Skills

English fluency

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education

Teaching qualifications/certifications

Three years of secondary teaching experience

Job description

About the Role

REAL Schools Shah Alam Campus is seeking passionate and dedicated Secondary Teachers to join our teaching team. Current opportunities are available in the following subject areas:

Reporting to the Head of Department, the successful candidates will deliver engaging and well-structured lessons, support students’ academic and personal development, and contribute positively to the wider life of the school.

We are looking for reflective and committed educators with strong curriculum knowledge, effective classroom practices and a genuine desire to help every student achieve their potential.

About XCL Education Malaysia

REAL Schools is part of XCL Education Malaysia.

XCL Education is a Southeast Asia-focused education group dedicated to equipping students with the tools, mindset, and exposure they need to confidently navigate the uncertain future, find their own place, and leave their own mark in the world.

About REAL Schools Shah Alam Campus

REAL Schools Shah Alam Campus is located in Shah Alam, Selangor. The campus offers Early Years and Private National School education, with its Private National School delivering the Malaysian national syllabus.

The school is committed to providing a comprehensive learning experience that supports students’ academic achievement, personal growth and holistic development.

XCL Education Malaysia’s Vision, Mission and Promises

Vision:

XCL Education aspires to be a trusted and respected future-focused family of schools, fostering curiosity, excellence and creating life-shaping impact on our students, staff, and communities we serve.

Mission:

To empower a diverse and inclusive community of Safe, Happy and Successful learners who aspire to positively impact others.

Our Promises to Families:

Top Academic Outcomes

To gain access to world-class academic qualifications within a nurturing culture.

Future-Proof Preparation

To develop resilient students who have a clear sense of self and purpose, equipped with the skills to access top colleges and universities, build successful careers and thrive in life.

Holistic Character Development

To empower future leaders through immersive learning experiences to realise their full potential.

Welfare and Safeguarding

To safeguard and ensure the wellbeing of our students by adopting evidence-based practices aligned to international safety standards.

To relentlessly pursue continuous improvement by gathering parent and student feedback, measuring outcomes, and being accountable for our actions.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Planning and delivering well-structured and engaging Secondary lessons in accordance with the school’s curriculum, schemes of work and educational objectives.

Designing lessons that accommodate different learning abilities, backgrounds and perspectives while promoting inclusion, equality and mutual respect.

Demonstrating strong subject and curriculum knowledge and applying effective pedagogical approaches in the classroom.

Establishing high expectations that inspire, motivate and challenge students to achieve strong academic outcomes.

Assessing, monitoring, recording and reporting students’ learning needs, progress and achievements accurately.

Using assessment evidence to adapt teaching, provide constructive feedback and improve student learning.

Preparing students effectively for internal assessments and applicable national academic requirements.

Maintaining an orderly, positive and safe learning environment through effective classroom and behaviour management.

Providing appropriate pastoral support and remaining attentive to students’ mental health, wellbeing and individual needs.

Communicating professionally and effectively with students, parents, colleagues and other relevant stakeholders.

Collaborating with colleagues on curriculum planning, student development and coordinated educational outcomes.

Contributing positively to the wider life, culture and ethos of the school, including staff meetings, committees, events, trips and co-curricular activities.

Providing appropriate classroom cover when another teacher is unexpectedly unavailable.

Participating actively in appraisal, professional learning and development activities to continuously improve teaching practice.

Supporting, coaching and mentoring teaching colleagues where appropriate.

Leading or contributing to teaching and learning, pedagogy, curriculum or year-group initiatives when required.

Supervising assigned employees or colleagues and using approved teaching resources effectively, where relevant.

Upholding high standards of professional conduct, integrity, attendance and punctuality within and outside the school.

Following all applicable school policies, procedures, statutory requirements and professional standards.

Working closely with school leaders and Heads of Department to identify, report and respond appropriately to safeguarding or child-protection concerns.

Contributing to the development and continuous improvement of school policies, practices and procedures.

Acting consistently as a positive ambassador for XCL Education Malaysia and its group of schools.

Supporting school events, educational visits, celebrations of achievement and appropriate marketing or community‑engagement activities.

Requirements

The ideal candidate should have:

A bachelor’s degree in Education, the relevant subject area or another appropriate discipline.

Relevant teaching qualifications, certifications or professional credentials.

At least three years of full-time Secondary teaching experience in a similar role.

Strong subject knowledge and relevant teaching experience in Bahasa Melayu and Sejarah, depending on the position applied for.

Excellent knowledge of the relevant Malaysian National Curriculum.

Demonstrable knowledge of effective teaching, learning and assessment strategies.

A strong understanding of how Secondary students learn and the ability to adapt teaching to meet different learning needs.

The ability to design coherent learning sequences within and across lessons.

Strong classroom and behaviour-management capabilities.

Good information and communications technology skills, particularly in using technology to support teaching and learning.

Fluency in spoken and written English, together with the language proficiency required to teach the relevant subject effectively.

Strong communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish positive professional relationships with students, parents and colleagues.

The ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure and organise responsibilities effectively.

High expectations for students’ attainment, progress, conduct and personal development.

A commitment to confidentiality, professional integrity and the school’s values and ethos.

A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

A reflective and growth-focused mindset, with enthusiasm for continuous professional development and the improvement of teaching and learning.

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people, and we expect all staff, volunteers, and visitors to share this commitment.

All appointments are subject to thorough vetting procedures, including interviews, identity checks, criminal record checks, background checks, reference checks and verification of qualifications.

Website Statement

You may view our website at https://realschools.edu.my/shah-alam-campus/ for more information about our school.

Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.