primary teacher - aug 2025 - penang, malaysia in kuala lumpur

Primary Teacher
Location: Penang, Malaysia
Starting Date: August 2025
Curriculum: IB PYP, UK to IGCSE, and IBDP
Minimum Experience: 3 years

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: From 15,000 MYR per month, including accommodation allowance
• Contract: 2-year initial contract
• Other Benefits: Settling-in allowance, airfares for teacher, spouse and children, baggage allowance, health cover, pension contributions, discounted education for dependent children

Job Overview

Brief Introduction to the School:This not-for-profit, co-educational and non-denominational day and boarding school for students aged between 4-19 years old has been providing quality education since 1955. The school follows the IB PYP for Primary, the UK curriculum to IGCSE level in Years 10 and 11, and then all students entering the Sixth Form (Years 12 and 13) study for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. The school's mission is to provide an education of the highest caliber so that each graduate thinks, acts, and leads with courage toward creating a more just and compassionate world.

Living and Working in Penang: Just 30 minutes away from the city, the campus is located on a pleasant hill overlooking the beachfront. The 4-acre campus is fully networked and has complete wireless access, while a beautiful garden courtyard accentuates its peaceful surroundings conducive for learning. Penang is a tropical holiday island off the north-west coast of (and connected by bridge to) the Malaysian peninsular. The cost of living is considerably lower than in Europe, the standard of accommodation is high, and the lifestyle is enviable. Travel to all parts of the South East Asia region is affordable and easy.

Who They're Looking For:

• A passionate and experienced primary teacher with a strong commitment to inquiry-based learning
• An educator who is adept at fostering creativity and building social and emotional awareness in students
• A collaborative team player who is able to communicate effectively and efficiently with students, parents, and colleagues
• A teacher who can provide rigorous and engaging learning opportunities for all students

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with the IB PYP curriculum, incorporating inquiry-based learning and play
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that supports student development
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback to support growth
• Collaborate with colleagues and school leadership to ensure student success
• Actively participate in the cross-curricular program

Candidate Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proven experience teaching primary-aged students through the lens of inquiry and play
• Experience of teaching in a PYP environment is essential
• A commitment to developing students of all ages, fostering creativity, and building social and emotional awareness
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ready to join a dynamic school community in Penang? Apply now!