Substitute Teacher

Tzu Chi International School Kuala Lumpur; Batu Caves; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Tzu Chi International School Kuala Lumpur seeks a teacher for short-term engagement in teaching refugee children. Ideal for fresh graduates, no prior teaching experience is needed as training will be provided. Responsibilities include lesson preparation, attendance monitoring, and engaging in co-curricular activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification: SPM/O Level or above.
• No teaching experience required; training provided.
• Ideal for fresh graduates or those looking for short-term work.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned subjects, prepare lesson plans and teaching aids.
• Record students' daily attendance, assign and grade work.
• Manage co-curricular activities and support students' learning.

Skills

Classroom Management

Communication

Education

SPM/O Level

Diploma/Degree in Education

Job description

Tzu Chi KL & Selangor began to extend humanitarian aid to refugees in Malaysia in 2004. In 2007, Tzu Chi and UNHCR signed an MoU on the enhancement of mutual cooperation on education and medical assistance to refugees.

Currently, Tzu Chi runs two education centres, namely Tzu-Chi Harmony Alternative Learning Centre and Tzu-Chi Unity Alternative Learning Centre in Klang Valley, in collaboration with UNHCR, to provide primary school education to refugee children.

Availability: July - September 2025

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Teacher in charge of teaching subjects that are assigned by the Management; includes preparation of daily lesson plans and related teaching aids.
• Teach according to “Rancangan Pengajaran Tahunan” and finish all syllabus within the year.
• Share the responsibility of discipline & cleanliness of class and school.
• Record and monitor students’ daily attendance and ensure attendance data are readily available for retrieval by TZU CHI at the end of each month.
• Assigning work to students in accordance to centre’s guideline, correct and mark work done by the students on a timely basis.
• Collect monthly fees and book fees for the assigned class.
• Preparation of examination papers for two half-yearly assessments and two small tests in between.
• Mark and grade test / examination papers.
• Maintenance of students’ progress record including test scores, absenteeism, conduct and comment by teacher for half-yearly submission to TZU CHI.
• Conduct home visit when required.
• To attend and participate in teaching staff meeting.
• To manage and supervise co-curricular activities (normally held on Saturdays).
• Full support and cooperation with Tzu Chi Education Team to enhance students’ learning progress.
• To be in the compound of the centre during working hours and display good discipline at all times.
• Any other duties & responsibilities that may be assigned by TZU CHI from time to time.

Requirement:

• Minimum qualification: SPM/"O" Level or above (Diploma/Degree in Education is a bonus)
• No teaching experience required – training and guidance will be provided
• Ideal for fresh graduates, or anyone looking for short-term work who wants a chance to make a real difference
• Job Location: Jalan Besar, Selayang Baru

Only shortlisted will be notified.