SEN Teacher

International Schools Partnership Limited; Selangor; On-site; MYR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

International Schools Partnership Limited is seeking a dedicated SEN Teacher to join their team in Selangor, Malaysia. This role focuses on supporting students with special educational needs and ensuring their individual learning goals are met. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Education and at least 3 years of teaching experience in Special Needs or Inclusive Education.

The position offers a dynamic environment where collaboration, empathy, and commitment to student well-being are key. Candidates should be prepared to contribute positively to the school’s inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of teaching experience.
• At least 2 years working directly in Special Educational Needs or Inclusive Education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons and activities for SEN students.
• Support students with personal, social, or physical needs.
• Prepare learning materials for SEN students.
• Observe and report students’ progress.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Positive reinforcement

Cognitive flexibility

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Education

Special Needs Education Certification

Job description

Purpose of Role

We are seeking a dedicated, dynamic, and highly committed individual to take on the role of SEN Teacher. This role involves supporting the strategic development of the school’s Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision and overseeing its day‑to‑day implementation, ensuring that students with special needs are supported in meeting their individual learning goals and developmental requirements.

Job Description

Work as an integral part of the school’s Special Educational Needs team, aligning curriculum and practice with the school’s vision and values.

About Tenby Tropicana Aman

Tenby Tropicana Aman (TTA) opened in 2018 on a purpose‑built campus in a suburban setting outside Kuala Lumpur. With over 500 students aged 3‑16 across primary and secondary, TTA offers a vibrant learning community following the National Curriculum for England and the International Primary Curriculum.

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.

Sen Teacher – Key Responsibilities

Classroom Support

• Deliver lessons and activities for SEN students.
• Provide one‑to‑one or small group support.

Student Care

• Support students with personal, social, or physical needs.
• Encourage independence and confidence in learning.

Behaviour & Engagement

• Help manage classroom behaviour using positive reinforcement.
• Motivate and engage students during lessons.

Preparation & Resources

• Prepare learning materials, teaching aids, and resources as directed by the teacher.
• Assist in adapting materials for SEN students.

Monitoring & Feedback

• Observe and report students’ progress, challenges, and behaviour to the SEN teacher.
• Contribute to the development of IEPs by sharing observations.

Teamwork

• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and support staff.
• Participate in training and development sessions.

Line Management

The SEN Teacher will report to the Head of Primary.

Qualifications And Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Education and specialisation or certification in Special Needs Education.
• Minimum 3–5 years of teaching experience, with at least 2 years working directly in Special Educational Needs or Inclusive Education.

Core Competencies – 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, balancing patience and action
  • Open‑minded; willing to test new ideas
  • Challenges traditional methods and encourages new perspectives
• Creative problem‑solver
  • Organised and systematic in tackling challenges
  • Resourceful and imaginative; sees problems as opportunities
  • Uses logic to break complex problems into manageable components
  • Interprets data and evidence to recognise patterns
  • Leverages data for decision‑making
• Interpersonal
  • Empathetic and emotionally intelligent
  • Excellent teamwork and building positive relationships
  • Motivates and encourages others with positive feedback
  • Respects others’ views and builds trust
  • Self‑reflects and manages emotions
• Collaborative and communicative
  • Communicates openly, honestly and professionally
  • Actively listens and encourages contributions
  • Adapts style according to others’ needs
  • Shares relevant knowledge and ideas
  • Handles conflict constructively
• Self‑Leadership
  • Manages personal development and continuous learning
  • Umlie, self‑aware and open to growth
  • Seeks and acts on feedback
  • Owns mitigating factors affecting learning
  • Unlearns when new solutions required
• Resilient
  • Practices self‑care and encourages others
  • Organises time and resources effectively
  • Manages emotions and triggers with healthy habits
  • Uses inner strength in challenging times
  • Recovers positively from setbacks
• Technologically literate
  • Uses technology ethically, following cybersecurity best practice
  • Communicates clearly across digital channels
  • Possesses strong functional tech skills
  • Selects appropriate digital tools for specific purposes
  • Adapts to new technologies
• Global values‑driven
  • Roles model ISP Principles
  • Understands responsibilities and impact
  • Demonstrates multi‑cultural mindset
  • Prioritises well‑being, inclusion and belonging
  • Considers environmental and social impact

Commitments

Safeguarding: ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All postholders are subject to vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks covering the previous 10 years.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging: ISP strengthens an inclusive culture by hiring, developing and retaining high‑performing teammates irrespective of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio‑economic background or other demographics.