Humanities Teacher

ISP Humanities Teacher Role Profile

Purpose of Role

We are seeking a compassionate special education teacher experienced in teaching students with special needs. The ideal candidate will be patient, innovative, and organized, committed to helping students overcome learning obstacles.

Tenby Schools Setia Eco Gardens

We are a unique campus, home to Tenby International School, which consists of a Primary and Secondary School (IPC, National Curriculum for England, CIE, IGCSE), and a Malaysian Private School, Sekolah Sri Tenby (Malaysian National Curriculum). The campus welcomes almost 1000 amazing students, aged from 3 to 16 years, and from over 60 nationalities. Our students go to universities, colleges, and careers of their choice both in Malaysia and overseas. Tenby has been a school’s group in Malaysia for over 60 years, and our strength is in our deep-rooted Asian values combined with our international outlook and the ability to offer students amazing global opportunities.

We believe in creating “Amazing Learning Experiences” for our communities. Working collaboratively to help children be ready for the world and the contribution they can make locally and globally. 

We believe that all students learn through good struggles and this at times needs to be consolidated using a variety of teaching methods. Taking risks, being resilient and showing creativity and adaptability for all our communities is important in our learning process. Our students go onto some of the top universities in the world and if they don’t, go into careers and colleges of their choice. 

ISP Humanities Teacher Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in History and Geography that align with curriculum objectives.
• Inspire students to explore the world’s past and understand its geography.
• Incorporate a variety of teaching methods to cater to diverse learning styles.
• Assess and support student progress, ensuring academic excellence.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a vibrant and inclusive learning community.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in History, Geography, Education, or a related field.
• Recognized teaching certification (e.g., PGCE, PGCEi).
• Proven experience teaching History and Geography at [insert level, e.g., secondary].
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for education and inspiring young minds.

We offer:

Benefits include: 

• A highly competitive salary
• Significant fee discount for children of employees
• Generous medical outpatient and insurance benefits
• Personal accident insurance coverage
• Generous contributions to an Employee Provident Fund (EPF) up to 23% of salary per annum (11% employee contribution + 12% employer contribution)
• Flight and shipping allowance at the beginning and end of the contract (if overseas applicant)
• Support with accommodation for the first two weeks after your arrival (if overseas applicant)

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.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to send in a letter of application including the reasons for applying together with a comprehensive CV, a recent passport-size photograph, and contact details of three referees (one of which must be from your current school) to [email protected]

For more information about Tenby schools please visit our website at www.tenby.edu.my

Early application is encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date 10 May 2025.