Job Description

St. Joseph\'s Institution International School Malaysia Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan

• New

Salary:
Highly Competitive
Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Start date:
1/8/2024
Apply by:
30 November 2023

Job description

St Joseph\xe2\x80\x99s Institution International School Malaysia (SJIIM) is a Lasallian International School (3 to 18 years). It prepares students for the IGCSE, A Level and IB Diploma Programme examinations with an emphasis upon research-based teaching pedagogy and a character-building programme of activities inspired by the school\xe2\x80\x99s Lasallian heritage. This includes service learning initiatives, and a holistic approach to sport, music and the arts.
SJIIM is seeking an outstanding and inspirational Head of English, whose passion and experience will transform the outcomes of our students. The successful candidate will have a fantastic opportunity to join the staff of this ambitious and developing international school.
The School is committed to delivering an outstanding English programme that will meet the needs of pupils at all levels. We are committed to securing the highest possible standards of teaching and learning in this area to ensure that our pupils will flourish with the knowledge and skills that will prepare them for future studies and for lifelong learning. The school has a very strong extra-curricular programme for its students, and all teachers are expected to make a significant contribution to this.
The successful candidate will uphold the school values, and put pupils\xe2\x80\x98 wellbeing and character development at the heart of learning. They will be responsible for promoting high quality education for all students in an inclusive setting, showing respect for all within our community.
Requirements: We are looking for a committed, passionate and knowledgeable professional who will work proactively to ensure the best possible teaching of English. Prior experience in teaching IGCSE and IBDP/A Level English is preferred.
Responsibility:

• Oversee pedagogical practices and classroom management within the department to ensure high quality teaching and learning occurs. This will include modeling excellent teaching practices to other staff within the department.
• To promote the Lasallian Mission and Core Values of SJIIM
• Ensure that planning, preparation, recording, assessment and reports across the department meet the expectations of the school
• Demonstrate thorough curriculum knowledge and support the continued development of the mathematics curriculum
• Demonstrate a proactive approach towards professional development
• To actively contribute to wider school development and growth

We can offer:

• The opportunity to work in a dynamic, state of the art environment
• A caring, inclusive Lasallian school focused on holistic education
• A school-wide commitment to accelerating and deepening pupils\xe2\x80\x99 learning
• A highly effective team supporting character development and supporting each other
• Excellent professional development opportunities to promote the delivery of cutting edge practice
• Competitive teachers\xe2\x80\x99 pay and conditions

SJII Malaysia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we hold ourselves to a high standard concerning safer recruitment policy and processes. We expect the same commitment to keeping children safe from all of our staff and applicants will be subject to child protection screening appropriate to the post including a full DBS check, checks with past employers, online checks and relevant international police checks.
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St. Joseph\'s Institution International School Malaysia

• St. Joseph\'s Institution International School Malaysia
• No. 1, Jalan PJU 3/13, Petaling Jaya
• Selangor Darul Ehsan
• 47410
• Malaysia

+60 8605 3605

St. Joseph\'s Institution (SJII) is a co-educational, Roman Catholic denominational all-through in Selangor, Malaysia. The International Baccalaureate is taught across educational stages. The region of Selangor, also known as the \xe2\x80\x98Abode of Sincerity\xe2\x80\x99, is a highly industrialised state based within an accessible distance from the capital Kuala Lumpur. The school does not offer boarding facilities. This is a De La Salle School, affiliated with the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools. SJII Malaysia is a joint venture between Lasallian Asian Partnerships for International Schools, and Tropicana Corporation Berhad Malaysia. Students are taught from preparatory stage to Grade 12. La Salle schools have a strong tradition in Malaysia, dating back to 1852. Sports facilities on campus include an Indoor Sports Hall, 25m by 15m Swimming Pool, and Basketball Court. There is also a dedicated Auditorium / Performing Arts Centre onsite.
Head Of School Gary Cairns
Values and vision Core values of LaSallian institutions are Faith in God, Service to Others, and Community Building from Within. The school\xe2\x80\x99s Christian ethos imbues the day to day life, and is the backbone of an academic programme that develops highly successful students who go on to study at some of the most prestigious universities in the world. St Joseph\xe2\x80\x99s aims to be the best international school in the Kuala Lumpur region, and strives to achieve by generating a favourable study environment. The school provides spacious classrooms and laboratories, as well two libraries divided between primary and secondary learners.
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