EAL and English Teacher
Description
Purpose of Role
We are thrilled to seek an EAL and English Teacher who embodies not just dedication and dynamism, but also a profound commitment to delivering an unparalleled education steeped in the rich traditions of the British curriculum. Picture yourself as the driving force behind an extraordinary educational experience that not only fosters critical thinking, ignites creativity, and cultivates global citizenship but also instills a deep appreciation for the richness of English literature and language.
Join us on our exhilarating journey as we chart the course to becoming the foremost Microsoft Showcase School in our region. We are actively seeking an individual with robust digital technology skills to contribute to our innovative strides in the realm of English education. If you possess an unwavering passion for imparting the nuances of English at both KS3 and KS4, bring a wealth of experience in literature, language, or related fields, and carry a resolute desire to shape the future of English education at an International Secondary school, then you are the dynamic leader we are fervently searching for.
Be the torchbearer for the British curriculum, infusing it with your passion and expertise. Your role as an English Curriculum Leader will not only impact the academic landscape but also leave an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of students, shaping a future generation of English enthusiasts. Join us, and let your passion for the British curriculum set the stage for an inspiring and transformative educational journey
About Tenby Tropicana Aman
Tenby Tropicana Aman Opening in 2018, TTA is on a purpose-built campus located in an attractive green setting in a suburban area of Tropicana Aman, just outside of Kuala Lumpur. With currently 500+ students on role, age 3 -16 across primary and secondary, our vibrant and dynamic school continues to grow and has already fostered a happy atmosphere and strong sense of community.
We believe in fostering active engagement in learning, celebrating character strengths and developing authentic leadership skills. We enable students to become happy learners and develop into innovative thinkers, confident young adults, and life-long learners. Our students develop resilience, a growth mindset and deep character strengths that allow them to flourish in an ever-changing world.
Our primary school follows the National Curriculum for England, incorporating the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) thematic approach in teaching and learning activities. In our secondary school the National Curriculum for England is delivered at Key Stage 3 leading up to IGCSE. We offer a wide range of IGCSE subjects and are an accredited centre for CAIE, Oxford AQA and Edexcel.
Tenby Tropicana Aman 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.
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.
For more information visit http://www.internationalschoolspartnership.com
Secondary EAL and English Teacher – Key Responsibilities
We are looking for someone who:
- To uphold t School’s Vision, Mission and Core Values.
- Full responsibility for English Language teaching and assimilation into the mainstream curriculum for EAL students having little or no English language skills
- Equip EAL students with the necessary English vocabulary, oral and writing skills
- Work closely with parents, class and subject teachers to continuously support the English needs of EAL students
- Successfully write and implement EAL Teaching and Improvement/Development Plans
- Analyse assessment data to measure EAL students’ progress
- To possess growth mindset and embrace change
- To possess excellent knowledge and experience of assessment and tracking to inform student progress, including the use of standardised tests
- To deliver INSET/training to staff as part of the CPD programme
- To assist the School with developing greater ‘impact on learning’ practices
- To have sound knowledge and practice of the National Curriculum for England, curriculum development and current educational thinking
- To be an excellent practitioner
- To be a self-starter
- To be a team player
- To possess excellent time management, communication and people skills
- To contribute to the wider School Community
Line management
The Secondary EAL and English Teacher will report to the [Head of Secondary].
Qualifications and Experience
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Education or any other relevant fields.
ISP Core Competencies
You consistently demonstrate and role-model the ISP Core Competencies in all that you do.
Cognitive
- Curious and agile
- Learns by questioning, exploring and investigating.
- Self-motivated; develops goals, monitors progress and adapts plans as necessary.
- Comfortable with uncertainty and ambiguity; stays engaged and curious and effectively balances patience and action.
- Open-minded; willing to try and test ideas.
- Challenges traditional methods and ways of thinking and encourages new perspectives.
- Creative problem-solver
- Tackles challenges in an organised and systematic way and finds solutions.
- Resourceful and imaginative; sees problems as opportunities to explore alternatives and possibilities.
- Uses logic to break complex problems down into manageable components.
- Interprets and evaluates data and evidence to classify information and recognise patterns and relationships.
- Leverages data and information as critical components in decision-making.
Interpersonal
- Empathetic and emotionally intelligent
- Excels at teamwork and building positive relationships.
- Motivates and encourages others by sharing positive feedback and recognising and celebrating their contributions.
- Understands and respects others’ views, beliefs and feelings, building trust and rapport.
- Self-reflects to understand how their actions and behaviour affect others.
- Manages and self-regulates their emotions.
- Collaborative and communicative
- Communicates openly, honestly and professionally.
- Actively listens and encourages contributions; values others’ inputs and ideas.
- Adapts their style, tone and approach according to others’ needs.
- Shares relevant knowledge, ideas and information with others.
- Handles conflict and disagreements constructively, facilitating dialogue, understanding and resolution.
Self-Leadership
- Amazing Learner
- Manages their own personal development, focusing on continuous learning and getting better.
- Humble, self-aware and open about their own areas for growth.
- Seeks out, welcomes and acts on feedback.
- Understands the internal and external factors affecting their learning and takes ownership for mitigating these.
- An agile learner who makes connections between experiences and is able to unlearn when new solutions are required.
- Resilient
- Practices self-care and encourages others to do the same.
- Organises themselves and their time and resources well to effectively manage challenges and stressors.
- Understands their own emotions and triggers and follows healthy habits to help manage stress.
- Uses inner strength when times are challenging or when working outside of their comfort zone.
- Recovers positively from setbacks, using them as an opportunity to learn and grow.
Digital
- Technologically literate
- Uses technology in an ethical way, following cybersecurity and data protection best practice.
- Communicates clearly and respectfully across digital and virtual channels.
- Possesses strong functional skills, using technology effectively to support them in their role.
- Understands different digital tools and systems, selecting and using the appropriate solution for specific purposes.
- Keeps up with change, adapting to and embracing new technologies.
Global
- Values driven
- Role models the ISP Principles.
- Understands their responsibilities and the impact and influence they have.
- Demonstrates a multi-cultural mindset and respects the different values, behaviours, attitudes, and practices across cultures.
- Prioritises well-being, inclusion and belonging and is caring, considerate and supportive of others.
- Considers the environmental and social impact of their actions and finds ways to minimise these.
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.