Teacher of Mandarin

CHARTERHOUSE MALAYSIA SDN. BHD.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Charterhouse Malaysia is seeking a Mandarin Teacher to help students develop confidence and fluency in Mandarin, across the Secondary School and Sixth Form. You will prepare students for IGCSE and International AS and A Level, while supporting a culture of language exploration and cultural understanding.

You will also contribute to House tutoring and Independent Learning Projects, and propose ways to integrate Mandarin into wider school life through conversations, cultural events, or student-led

Qualifications

• Fluency in spoken and written Mandarin and English.
• Strong subject knowledge and significant experience teaching Mandarin at IGCSE and International AS and A Level.
• Ability to adapt teaching to different proficiency levels and to work with colleagues and families.

Responsibilities

• Teach Mandarin across Secondary School and Sixth Form with rigorous IGCSE and International AS/A Level preparation.
• Contribute to House tutoring, Independent Learning Projects and co-curricular life.
• Develop opportunities to bring Mandarin into the wider School through conversations, cultural events or student-led projects.

Skills

Mandarin fluency

English proficiency

Job description

We are looking for a Teacher of Mandarin who can help students find their voice in another language. You will teach across the Secondary School and Sixth Form, combining rigorous preparation for IGCSE and International AS and A Level with opportunities for students to use Mandarin confidently and explore the cultures of Chinese-speaking communities.

About our School

Charterhouse Malaysia is a British international school in Kuala Lumpur. Our Future Ready approach combines academic rigour with intellectual curiosity, independent learning and purposeful service. We are a close-knit community where students are known as individuals and where teachers have the opportunity to shape both their subject and the wider life of the School.

The opportunity

You will teach students with varied starting points, from those new to Mandarin to those who use it at home. We want students to feel comfortable speaking and making mistakes as they build fluency, while developing the accuracy and independence they need for examination success.

Beyond the classroom, you will contribute to House tutoring, Independent Learning Projects and co-curricular life. We would welcome your ideas for bringing Mandarin into the wider School, whether through conversation, cultural events or projects led by students.

What we are looking for

You will bring fluency in spoken and written Mandarin and English, strong subject knowledge and significant experience teaching Mandarin at IGCSE and International AS and A Level. You will set high expectations, adapt your teaching to different levels of proficiency and work constructively with colleagues and families. Above all, we are looking for someone who enjoys working with young people and wants to contribute to the community around them.

What we offer

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, opportunities for professional development and the chance to help shape a progressive school at an exciting time of growth. You will work with committed, supportive colleagues and curious students in a welcoming international community.

Safeguarding

Charterhouse Malaysia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references and appropriate pre-employment checks, including verification of identity, qualifications and employment history, and relevant criminal record checks, including overseas checks where applicable.

At Charterhouse Malaysia we understand that preparing your children to access the top universities globally, and to be successful and active members of society, is one of the most important roles played by parents. We also appreciate how crucial it is that you choose the right school to be your partner for the final two years of this preparation. Throughout the admissions process, it is our intention to ensure that you have all the information, guidance and support you need to be confident that choosing Charterhouse Malaysia is the right one for your family.

At Charterhouse Malaysia we understand that preparing your children to access the top universities globally, and to be successful and active members of society, is one of the most important roles played by parents. We also appreciate how crucial it is that you choose the right school to be your partner for the final two years of this preparation. Throughout the admissions process, it is our intention to ensure that you have all the information, guidance and support you need to be confident that choosing Charterhouse Malaysia is the right one for your family.