Business & Accounting Teacher

Description

Secondary Business & Accounting Teacher

Purpose of Role

To deliver high-quality teaching and learning in Business Studies and Accounting in line with the Cambridge IGCSE syllabus, enabling students to achieve academic excellence while developing critical thinking, analytical, and real-world business skills.

About Straits International School

Straits International School follows the international school curriculum comprising IGCSE and starting at the kindergarten level. With over 400 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.

Straits International School 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.

• Flight allowances, as well as an option for pension fund contributions to an Employee Provident Fund (EPF).

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.

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Secondary Business & Accounting Teacher

Teaching & Learning

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons for Cambridge IGCSE Business Studies and Accounting to students.

• Ensure lesson plans align with Cambridge assessment objectives and learning outcomes.

• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students.

• Integrate real-world business and financial examples to enhance student understanding.

• Prepare students effectively for internal assessments, mock examinations, and Cambridge IGCSE examinations.

Assessment & Reporting

• Design, administer, and mark assessments in accordance with Cambridge standards.

• Provide timely, constructive feedback to students to support academic progress.

• Maintain accurate records of student performance and progress.

• Prepare termly reports and participate in parent-teacher conferences.

Curriculum & Professional Practice

• Contribute to curriculum development, scheme of work planning, and resource creation.

• Stay updated with Cambridge syllabus changes and examination requirements.

• Participate in professional development activities, training, and workshops.

• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and improve teaching quality.

Student Support & Pastoral Care

• Act as a form tutor if required, supporting students’ academic and personal development.

• Promote positive behaviour, safeguarding, and student well-being in line with school policies.

• Encourage students to develop independent learning, ethical awareness, and global perspectives.

Co-curricular & School Contribution

• Support school events, enrichment programmes, and extracurricular activities where appropriate.

• Contribute positively to the wider school community and uphold the school’s values.

Line management

The Teacher will report to the Head of Secondary/Campus Principal.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Relevant teaching qualifications (PGCE OR Bachelor Education) or equivalent international teaching qualification/Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience and Skills:

• Have up-to-date knowledge on the Cambridge International curriculum

• Can deliver a balanced, broad and differentiated curriculum for their learners;

• Can deliver well-planned, rigorous and interesting learning experiences for their students;

• Have high expectations of learners with appropriate inspiration and challenge;

• Encourage and contribute to a well-organised and inspiring learning environment;

• Experience of integrating technology into learning and teaching;

• Have a growth mindset to all aspects of school life;

• Passionate and willing to go above and beyond for the school community.

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.