Primary Bahasa Melayu Teacher

Job Description

Purpose of Role

The Primary Bahasa Teacher plans and teaches engaging Bahasa Melayu lessons that help learners develop confidence and competence in listening, speaking, reading and writing. The teacher understands the expected progression at each year level, checks what learners have learned and adapts teaching so that all learners, including those new to Bahasa, can make progress. The post works with Primary and Secondary colleagues to support a coherent transition into the Secondary curriculum. This is a classroom teaching role and does not include leadership or line management of the Languages Department.

ABOUT TENBY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL SETIA ECOHILL

Tenby International School Setia EcoHill follows the international school

curriculum comprising IGCSE, beginning from Kindergarten through to Secondary School. With over 800 students, we have gained a reputation for excellence and high standards in education.

We champion a transformative approach to learning that goes beyond the

classroom. By igniting our students' curiosity and growing their self-confidence, we empower them to become the next generation of changemakers.

Tenby International School Setia EcoHill is part of ISP Malaysia, one of the leading education groups in Malaysia that operates Tenby Schools, Asia Pacific Schools and Straits International Schools. The nine school campuses are strategically located in the developed areas of Klang Valley in Selangor, Perak, Penang and Johor.

ISP Malaysia is part of ISP, a global community of over 100 international schools across more than 20 countries.

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.

• School fee discount for children of employees.

• Medical outpatient and insurance benefits.

ISP Principles

• Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the

heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and

safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are

consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues

and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

• Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace

similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

• Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most

important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and

procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

• Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on

the needs of the children, students and our schools.

• Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage

with personal and professional development and school improvement.

For more information visit http://www.internationalschoolspartnership.com

Bahasa Teacher – Key Responsibilities

Curriculum and planning

• Know the Bahasa curriculum, learning outcomes and expected standards for

each Primary year level taught; use these to plan a coherent progression of

vocabulary, language structures and communication skills.

• Plan sequences of lessons with clear learning intentions, purposeful modelling,

guided practice and opportunities for learners to use Bahasa meaningfully and

independently.

• Select and adapt texts, visuals, conversation, listening activities and written

tasks for learners with different starting points, including multilingual learners

and learners who need additional support or challenge.

• Work with Primary colleagues to align teaching with year group priorities and

contribute accurate planning and resources.

Teaching and classroom culture

• Deliver motivating, well structured lessons with frequent learner talk, listening

and reading, and appropriate writing practice; build confidence and accuracy

through explicit teaching and useful feedback.

• Establish positive, respectful relationships with learners, high expectations for participation and a safe environment in which they are willing to try new

language and learn from mistakes.

• Promote understanding of Malaysian language and culture through relevant

contexts, enrichment and school activities where appropriate.

Assessment and progress

• Use questioning, observation, discussion and review of learner work to check understanding during lessons and adjust teaching promptly.

• Design, administer and mark appropriate summative assessments against

taught curriculum expectations; maintain accurate records of attainment and

progress.

• Identify learners whose learning has gaps, plan focused follow up teaching and evaluate whether it has helped; report progress clearly and constructively to learners, parents and school leaders.

Partnership and transition

• Build professional, approachable relationships with parents; communicate

learning expectations, progress and areas for support in a timely and respectful manner.

• Collaborate with Secondary Bahasa colleagues to understand entry

expectations, share Primary assessment and curriculum information, identify

gaps in language knowledge or skills, and agree practical steps that support

transition.

• Contribute to team meetings, professional learning and school improvement

work, seeking feedback and refining teaching practice.

Professional responsibilities

• Uphold school policies on safeguarding, child protection, health and safety,

inclusion, confidentiality and responsible use of technology; raise concerns

through the appropriate school procedures.

• Demonstrate the ISP principles by putting learners’ learning and wellbeing first, treating others with care and respect, working effectively and learning

continuously.

Line management

The postholder reports through the Primary School leadership structure. The role requires close working relationships with Primary year teams and Secondary Bahasa colleagues. ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to the school’s required safeguarding and employment checks.

Qualifications and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in Education, Bahasa Melayu or a relevant field, together

with a recognised teaching qualification.

• Strong Bahasa Melayu proficiency and sound knowledge of language

acquisition, Primary pedagogy, curriculum planning and assessment.

• Experience teaching Bahasa Melayu to Primary aged learners, preferably in

an international or multilingual school setting; ability to teach learners with varied prior exposure to the language.

• Clear communication in Bahasa Melayu and English, strong organisation

and a collaborative approach to working with families and colleagues.

• Experience supporting transition to Secondary Bahasa learning is an

advantage.

ISP Core Competencies

You consistently demonstrate and role-model the ISP Core Competencies i all that you do.

Cognitive

• Curious and agile

o Learns by questioning, exploring and investigating.

o Self-motivated; develops goals, monitors progress and adapts plans as

necessary.

o Comfortable with uncertainty and ambiguity; stays engaged and curious

and effectively balances patience and action.

o Open-minded; willing to try and test ideas.

o Challenges traditional methods and ways of thinking and encourages

new perspectives.

•Creative problem-solver

o Tackles challenges in an organised and systematic way and finds

solutions.

o Resourceful and imaginative; sees problems as opportunities to explore

alternatives and possibilities.

o Uses logic to break complex problems down into manageable

components.

o Interprets and evaluates data and evidence to classify information and

recognise patterns and relationships.

o Leverages data and information as critical components in decisionmaking.

Interpersonal

•Empathetic and emotionally intelligent

o Excels at teamwork and building positive relationships.

o Motivates and encourages others by sharing positive feedback and

recognising and celebrating their contributions.

o Understands and respects others’ views, beliefs and feelings, building

trust and rapport.

o Self-reflects to understand how their actions and behaviour affect others.

o Manages and self-regulates their emotions.

•Collaborative and communicative

o Communicates openly, honestly and professionally.

o Actively listens and encourages contributions; values others’ inputs and

ideas.

o Adapts their style, tone and approach according to others’ needs.

o Shares relevant knowledge, ideas and information with others.

o Handles conflict and disagreements constructively, facilitating dialogue,

understanding and resolution.

Self-Leadership

•Amazing Learner

o Manages their own personal development, focusing on continuous

learning and getting better.

o Humble, self-aware and open about their own areas for growth.

o Seeks out, welcomes and acts on feedback.

o Understands the internal and external factors affecting their learning and

takes ownership for mitigating these.

o An agile learner who makes connections between experiences and is able

to unlearn when new solutions are required.

• Resilient

o Practices self-care and encourages others to do the same.

o Organises themselves and their time and resources well to effectively

manage challenges and stressors.

o Understands their own emotions and triggers and follows healthy habits

to help manage stress.

o Uses inner strength when times are challenging or when working outside

of their comfort zone.

o Recovers positively from setbacks, using them as an opportunity to learn

and grow.

Digital

• Technologically literate

o Uses technology in an ethical way, following cybersecurity and data

protection best practice.

o Communicates clearly and respectfully across digital and virtual

channels.

o Possesses strong functional skills, using technology effectively to support

them in their role.

o Understands different digital tools and systems, selecting and using the

appropriate solution for specific purposes.

o Keeps up with change, adapting to and embracing new technologies.

Global

•Values driven

o Role models the ISP Principles.

o Understands their responsibilities and the impact and influence they

have.

o Demonstrates a multi-cultural mindset and respects the different values,

behaviours, attitudes, and practices across cultures.

o Prioritises well-being, inclusion and belonging and is caring, considerate

and supportive of others.

o Considers the environmental and social impact of their actions and finds

ways to minimise these.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All postholders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years of employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring,

developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender,

ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status,

neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic

characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding

and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.