Bahasa Melayu Teacher Leader

Straits International School Rawang

Bahasa Melayu Teacher Leader

Reports To: Head of Secondary/Head of Modern Foreign Languages

Purpose of Role

To lead the delivery of engaging and effective Bahasa Melayu lessons to secondary students, promoting language development, cultural understanding, and academic achievement. The Teacher Leader will inspire a passion for language learning and contribute to the holistic development of students in alignment with the school’s values and curriculum standards.

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.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Learning

• Lead the delivery of high-quality Bahasa Melayu lessons that are engaging, inclusive, and aligned with the school’s curriculum.
• Support both native and non-native speakers in achieving language proficiency through differentiated instruction.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and safe classroom environment.
  
  

Curriculum & Planning

• Lead curriculum planning based on school guidelines and Cambridge IGCSE standards (if applicable).
• Collaborate with colleagues in the language department on schemes of work and lesson planning.
• Integrate cultural elements and real-world contexts to enrich learning experiences.
  
  

Student Support & Wellbeing

• Monitor student progress and provide targeted academic support.
• Encourage student participation and cultivate a love for Malay language and culture.
• Serve as a form tutor (if assigned), supporting students’ pastoral and academic wellbeing.
  
  

Assessment & Reporting

• Design and administer assessments to evaluate student progress effectively.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback to students and parents.
• Prepare student reports and participate in parent-teacher meetings as scheduled.
  
  

Professional Contribution

• Actively participate in departmental and school-wide meetings, events, and CPD opportunities.
• Contribute to co-curricular programs, school events, and community engagement initiatives.
• Uphold school policies and promote the school’s mission and values.
  
  

Safeguarding, Health & Safety

• Ensure adherence to the school’s safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Maintain student safety during lessons and school activities.
• Report any safeguarding or welfare concerns promptly and appropriately.
  
  

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education.
• Recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, QTS, or equivalent).
• Experience teaching Bahasa Malaysia in a school setting.
• Strong knowledge of Bahasa Malaysia language pedagogy and curriculum requirements.
  
  

Desirable Skills & Competencies

• Ability to support a range of language learners (native and non-native speakers).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong classroom management and lesson organisation.
• Commitment to collaborative planning and reflective practice.
  
  

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.