Job Description

Special Opportunity in Malaysia:

Primary Teacher for Private International Schooling, November \'23 - April \'24

A European family is seeking a qualified Primary Teacher from November 2023 to April 2024 to teach three primary aged students on a beautiful plantation in Perak, two hours north of Kuala Lumpur. The children are enrolled at an international school the remainder of the year.



We are seeking a professionally qualified and trained Primary School Teacher who is keen to join a Private Family/ Plantation School from November 1, 2023 until April 31, 2024. You\'ll be responsible for the day to day education of three primary aged children - PYP 4, PYP7 and MYP1. The role involves planning and conducting lessons in all subjects across the IB Curriculum, supported by teaching staff at a European international school where the children attend classes half the year. If you don\'t have IB experience we still encourage you to apply. Teaching staff from the European international school where the children attend classes half the year will support you.

Person Specification

The candidate must have a min. of 2 years\' teaching experience, preferably with IB Curriculum, and must possess a primary teaching qualification (B.Ed or PGCE). Proficient English and Math skills are a must. IB PYP experience is an asset but not necessary for this role.

The role suits a proactive, positive, independent teacher with good interpersonal skills. The teacher must be able to make teaching fun, flexible, creative and down to earth, whilst maintaining the professional standard of an international school.

The candidate must be a person who enjoys the outdoors, sports, as well as different cultural experiences, and someone who upholds good moral values. He/she must be enthusiastic about joining in with afternoon activities and events with the family, and at the same time be comfortable and independent in a calm and quiet environment

All applicants MUST meet the following criteria:

B.Ed or PGCE Teacher qualifications

minimum 2+ years of primary homeroom teaching experience

IB experience is an advantage, but not required

Preferably experience teaching at an international school

About the School

Located just 2 hours north of Kuala Lumpur, in Teluk Intan, Malaysia

PYP IB curriculum - supported by an international school in Denmark (curriculum and lesson plan overviews supplied, direct liaison with home room teachers)

Dedicated one-room \'tree-house\' classroom inside the plantation - see photos below

Holidays : will be fully paid and mutually agreed upon

About the Teaching Role

You will be given the opportunity to deliver a broad and balanced curriculum, following the international school\'s planning where appropriate, as well as using the unique environment on the plantation to enrich learning opportunities and plan tailored lessons for two keen learners.

You will be given the opportunity to work closely with teaching staff at the international school, ensuring a seamless transition for your students between two very different teaching environments.

Salary and Benefits

International School standard and competitive salary

Unique teaching opportunity and an experience for life

For the right candidate, who wishes to pursue further knowledge of the IB program, the International Baccalaureate virtual Workshops can be provided for.

Fully furnished, 3-bedroom house. Electricity, TV, Wifi, and water included

Medical Insurance

Flights and relocation costs covered

Use of vehicle incl. insurance (Honda CRV or similar), and a bicycle at disposal

On site pool, gym, football pitch, badminton and tennis courts, bicycle, fishing

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What to Expect Living on a Plantation

The plantation offers a tranquil lifestyle for a friendly, outgoing and down to earth person who will appreciate the serenity of a more than 100-year-old beautiful and well-established estate and who can see him-/herself integrate with the family and the local plantation community. The family has three dogs, so all applicants should be comfortable with this.

While living on the Plantation you will have plenty of opportunity to enjoy an active, outdoor lifestyle. You will be able to exercise and explore the grounds while enjoying the privacy of your own fully furnished private home.

Next Steps

Apply now by clicking below or email your motivated application including a cover letter, CV and a recent photo to : teachers@byronrecruitment.com before August 2023

Byron Recruitment