Teaching Assistant

Standard Language Centre; Ampang Jaya; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Standard Language Centre in Malaysia is seeking a driven Teaching Assistant to work with the Academic Coordinator. The role involves creating engaging slide decks, researching curriculum content, and assisting in language classes (English, Mandarin, Malay).

You will also help format weekly lesson plans and support administrative and enrolment tasks. The ideal candidate is entry-level (18–24) with a SPm certificate and up to 6 months teaching experience, and is proficient with PowerPoint or

Qualifications

• Minimum SPm Certificate required. (Diploma/Degree in Education, TESL/TEFL, Language, or Mass Communication is a bonus).
• At least 6 months of teaching experience (group or private tutoring).
• Strong alignment with experiential learning and engaging language education.
• Entry-level candidates aged 18 to 24 are encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Convert core curriculum outlines into visually appealing, interactive slide decks (PowerPoint / Canva).
• Conduct research on lesson materials from various external educational sources to enhance interactive teaching resources.
• Conduct potential English, Mandarin, or Malay classes (group or private) as assigned.
• Assist in formatting, structuring, and organising weekly lesson plans, worksheets, and supplementary learning activities.
• Perform administrative operations and support sales/student enrolment duties as required by management.
• Ensure digital assets, physical printouts, test papers, and teaching tools are organised and ready ahead of classes.

Skills

English proficiency

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

SPM Certificate

Diploma/Degree in Education/TESL/TEFL/Language/Mass Communication (bonus)

Tools

PowerPoint

Canva

Job description

We Are Hiring: Teaching Assistant (Academic Support & Junior Instructor)

Company: Standard Language Centre

Work Location: Ampang (HQ), Selangor (Primary location; candidates may occasionally be assigned to other branches as instructed by management)

About Us

Standard Language Centre is a dynamic and progressive educational institution in Malaysia specialising in quality, flexible, and affordable language training and cultural development programmes. Driven by our motto, "Non quantitas, sed qualitas" (Not quantity, but quality), we deliver high-impact language courses. Our teaching philosophy centres on experiential learning, making lessons fun, enjoyable, creative, and out-of-the-box while maintaining academic excellence. We are committed to fostering a supportive workplace where young talent is nurtured and built from the ground up.

Position Overview

We are seeking an energetic, adaptable Teaching Assistant to work directly alongside our Academic Coordinator. This role offers hands-on mentorship to help you grow your career in education from the ground up. You will play a key role in bringing our teaching philosophy to life by developing creative teaching content, conducting language classes, assisting in curriculum research, and supporting centre administration and student enrolment.

Key Responsibilities

Presentation & Slide Design: Convert core curriculum outlines and raw teaching materials provided by the Academic Coordinator into visually appealing, interactive slide decks (PowerPoint / Canva).

Research & Curriculum Support: Conduct research on lesson materials from various external educational sources to enhance interactive teaching resources.

Class Instruction: Conduct potential English, Mandarin, or Malay classes (group or private) as assigned.

Lesson Plan Development: Assist in formatting, structuring, and organising weekly lesson plans, worksheets, and supplementary learning activities.

Administrative & Sales Support: Perform administrative operations and support sales/student enrolment duties as required by management.

Academic Prep & Coordination: Ensure digital assets, physical printouts, test papers, and teaching tools are organised and ready ahead of classes.

Key Requirements & Qualifications

Teaching Philosophy & Mindset: Strong alignment with our core teaching philosophy, believing in experiential learning, making lessons fun, enjoyable, creative, and out-of-the-box while maintaining academic excellence. Ability to bring fresh, engaging ideas into language education.

Target Candidate Profile: Ideal for entry-level candidates aged 18 to 24 looking to grow and build their skills in educational management and teaching from the ground up.

Minimum Qualification: Minimum SPM Certificate required. (Diploma/Degree in Education, TESL/TEFL, Language, or Mass Communication is a bonus).

Required Experience: At least 6 months of teaching experience (group or private tutoring).

Tech & Presentation Skills: Good working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Canva, or similar presentation design tools.

Language Proficiency: Strong command of spoken and written English. Spoken fluency in Mandarin or Malay is a strong plus.

Key Traits: Eager to learn, adaptable, proactive, and open to handling both teaching and administrative/sales duties.

Place of Work

(Note: Work is primarily based at HQ unless instructed otherwise by management)