TEACHER (MANDARIN)

Beaconhouse Malaysia Sdn. Bhd; Kajang; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Beaconhouse Malaysia is seeking a dedicated teacher to deliver the IGCSE and Malaysian National Curriculum, foster a love of learning, and build trusting relationships with students. The successful candidate will maintain a warm, inclusive classroom environment and support students across age groups.

The role requires strong subject knowledge, effective communication, ICT-enabled teaching, and a commitment to CPD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Education / relevant degree to the subject taught.
• Minimum of 3 years teaching experience.
• Experience with IGCSE syllabus and national curriculum preferred.
• Familiar with enquiry-based or thematic teaching approaches.
• Willing to participate in extra-curricular programme.
• Experience using ICT-rich teaching environments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Able to work to deadlines and show empathetic approach.

Responsibilities

• Set and implement high standards of teaching and learning in all areas.
• Ensure homework and preparation enrich teaching and are well marked.
• Plan lessons suited to students' needs and manage classroom activities.
• Support the school's disciplinary policy and foster positive conduct.
• Maintain records of student progress and communicate with staff and parents.

Skills

Excellent communication

ICT skills

Time management

Relationship building

Enthusiastic

Flexible

Team collaboration

Planning skills

Attention to deadlines

Education

Bachelor's of Education

Tools

ICT in classroom

Job description

The primary role of the teacher is to ensure all students develop an understanding of the subject and a desire to learn more. The teacher will have a good level of subject knowledge and be able to teach at all levels. We follow the IGCSE syllabus / Malaysian National Curriculum and prepare the students for these examinations. The teacher will get to know the students and to build up a relationship of trust and understanding with them. He/she will be expected to be ready to give support and advice on the one hand whilst taking a leading role in disciplinary matters within the classroom and school when required to do so. The teacher has the overview of the students learning needs in his/her house and is expected to ensure that they participate fully in the lessons and in any connected co-curricular activity, organize their time efficiently and complete all homework assignments. The classroom should reflect a warm, welcoming and supportive learning environment for all members.

Desired Qualifications

Bachelors of Education / relevant degree to the subject taught.

Desired Experience

• Have a minimum of 3 years teaching experience.
• Show a real interest in teaching and learning, and be prepared to undertake additional training for CPD.
• Evidence of working in an International setting and has experience of the IGCSE syllabus; early years / primary / secondary curriculum would be an advantage.
• Be familiar with enquiry-based or thematic teaching approaches.
• Be willing to participate in the school’s extra-curricular programme.
• Have experience in using ICT-rich teaching environments.
• Show full commitment to school life.
• Good and demonstrable organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills along with the ability to listen and understand.
• Work to deadlines.
• Ability to show empathetic approach.
• Ability to work in an enthusiastic manner.
• Responsible attitude to work.
• Excellent ICT skills.
• Manage and prioritize use of time.
• Desire for excellence in all areas.
• Able to recognize and suggest enhancements to existing responsibilities.
• Ability to be flexible.

Core Knowledge Required

• Decision-Making Skills – the ability to solve problems and make decisions.
• Communication Skills – the ability to communicate with a range of staff, students and parents.
• Self-Management Skills – the ability to plan time effectively and to organise oneself well.
• To participate in all aspects of school life, not simply those relating to the subject area.

Objectives

• Set and implement high standards of teaching and learning in all areas
• Ensure all homework and preparation enriches the teaching and is marked to the highest standard
• Ensure all planning and preparation for lessons is completed and suited to the needs of the students
• Ensure that practices improve the quality of care provided, meet the needs and aspirations of all students, and raise standards of achievement
• Be aware of the academic strengths and weaknesses of students; liaise with other staff to ensure that relevant background circumstances of students are known and discussed
• Ensure that the conditions and supervision during lessons are conducive to effective academic progress
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the education and progress of students and identify good practice and areas for improvement
• Keep suitable records of students' progress, welfare, health, achievements and misconduct; provide such reports and references as may reasonably be required
• To support the school’s disciplinary policy and, by encouragement and reward and by a clearly understood and fair system of sanctions, foster an acceptance of the code of conduct of the school.

Personality Traits

• Ability to project enthusiasm to colleagues, parents and children.
• Ability to communicate an enthusiasm for learning to children.
• Dedicated to working with colleagues and parents as partners.
• Motivated and resilient in challenging circumstances
• Communication (written & verbal).

Areas of Responsibility

Strategic Direction and Development

• To be aware of the implications of the University of Cambridge Assessment International Education requirements in order to ensure excellence in education.
• Communicate with all staff the shared understanding of the importance and role of the school in contributing to students’ spiritual, moral, cultural, mental and physical development.
• Use data to identify students who are underachieving and where necessary assist with the implement plans of action to support these students.
• Analyze and interpret relevant national, local and school data, research and inspection evidence to support the work of the school staff team.
• Take responsibility for creating areas of opportunity within the classroom and the school.

Pastoral Care

• Ensuring the development of activities to promote continuity and progression for all students.
• Ensuring that all students are well prepared for public examinations and other external assessments.
• Evaluating the pastoral care and using this analysis to identify good practice and areas for improvement.
• Ensuring effective development of students’ individual and collaborative study skills necessary for them to become more independent in their work.
• Ensuring students to participate as appropriate in the extracurricular programme and monitoring that participation.

Leadership

• Aim to achieve constructive working relationships with students.
• Establishing clear expectations and constructive working relationships with the students, and developing an acceptance of accountability.
• To supervise the smooth running of the classroom.

Efficient and Effective Deployment of Resources

• Ensuring the efficient and effective management and organization of resources within the classroom.

Beaconhouse Malaysia is part of the Beaconhouse Group, the world’s largest private school network with nearly 50 years of educational excellence across six countries. In Malaysia, we operate 14 schools within the Klang Valley, offering a complete pathway from preschool to secondary education. At Beaconhouse we empower and inspire students to reach for excellence and to become independent global learners. Our core focus is to deliver high-quality academic programs that enable students to achieve their intellectual potential, develop confidence and lifelong-learning skills to improve their prospects beyond school.

Beaconhouse Malaysia is part of the Beaconhouse Group, the world’s largest private school network with nearly 50 years of educational excellence across six countries. In Malaysia, we operate 14 schools within the Klang Valley, offering a complete pathway from preschool to secondary education. At Beaconhouse we empower and inspire students to reach for excellence and to become independent global learners. Our core focus is to deliver high-quality academic programs that enable students to achieve their intellectual potential, develop confidence and lifelong-learning skills to improve their prospects beyond school.