123 Teaching Job jobs in Malaysia

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• To work in partnership with and support the teaching staff, principally in connection with the care and education of pupils attending nursery or reception classes, but also other classes as deemed appropriate.
• To be a positive team member, contributing to the well-being and life of the whole school community.
• To occasionally supervise or cover whole classes or cover the whole class for a teacher's absence, when and if necessary, following agreed plans (with appropriate supervision from a teacher, not necessarily based in the class). To promote the inclusion of all pupils.

STAKEHOLDERS

Pupils

• Work alongside the individual and groups of pupils in activities specified by the class teacher, establishing good relationships and acting as a role model
• Encourage inclusion and interactions within the classroom
• Assist in the supervision of pupils on outings or visits
• To Enable good personal hygiene and assist with personal development skills (e.g. feeding, toileting, dressing etc.)

Teachers

• Support teachers regarding the daily/weekly programme of activities and events
• Assist in the general preparation and tidying of the classroom under supervision
• Aware of pupils' problems/progress/ achievements and report to the teacher
• Provide administrative and clerical support e.g. record keeping, photocopying, filing etc.
• Assist in the display of pupils work to reflect their achievement
• Work within the school established Rewards and Sanctions policy to anticipate and manage behaviour constructively, reporting difficulties as appropriate

School

• Attend and contribute to staff meetings as required
• Aware of all Health & Safety and Safeguarding issues
• Treat all information relating to a child as strictly confidential and refer all enquiries to your immediate line manager
• Assist with the general supervision of children, including before and after school, during break times and /or when required
• Attend relevant professional development, in order to update knowledge
• Promote the policies and values of the school
• Perform other duties that the Senior Leadership considers reasonable to the role.

PERSON REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Diploma or equivalent with 2 years of working experience with young children in a school environment
• Friendly, calm with a sense of humour and able to enthuse and inspire children
• Tolerant, patient and able to form positive relationships with colleagues, parents and pupils.
• Good communication skills and fluency in both spoken and written English and Mandarin are essential requirements for this position.
• Be willing to contribute to a dynamic and hardworking team
• Have excellent personal attendance and punctuality record

Duties and Responsibilities of Position:

• Actively engage with and promote the philosophy, ethos and values of the school
• Be in school between 7.30am and 4.30pm every school day and attending school events as designated by the Principal.
• Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of the Principal and Class Teachers
• Work with small groups of students to implement a teacher-planned lessons
• Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities
• Work with specialist teachers when required
• Assist class teachers with maintaining student records
• Support students with emotional or behavioural problems and help develop their social skills
• Prepare and present displays of students' work
• Organise equipment and prepare materials for lessons
• Support class teachers in photocopying and other tasks
• Attend team and staff meetings as required
• Undertake professional duties that may be reasonably assigned by the Principal or Line Manager
• Offer two after-school activities per week or other duties in lieu (EYFS excepted)
• Report any Health and Safety concerns around the school
• Accompany pupils around the school to specialist lessons as required
• Report any safeguarding concern to a member of the school's safeguarding team and undergo all required safeguarding training.

Terms and conditions:

1. Requires a teaching certificate
2. Experience in early childhood education
3. You operate as part of a year group team, working closely with the class teacher, but are line managed by the Head of Year.
4. All members of the primary staff report to the Primary School Principal.
5. You shall not divulge to any third party (including without limitation the school's staff and parents of students at the school) any information of a confidential nature concerning any of the Prince of Wales Island International Primary School's student's, business, personnel, finances or transactions, or any other matter concerning the school.
6. You will undergo safeguarding training and date and sign the School's safeguarding document.

Looking for a teaching assistant for early years

-To assist teachers and to support students of early years

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• What is your notice period?
• What is your expected salary?

Education:

• Diploma/Advanced Diploma (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: In person

Our Purpose at The Alice Smith School

According to the words of our school song: 'Soon there were two, who were joined by a few'. Alice Smith started a movement with just two people. That single brave act sparked a positive chain reaction. She inspired other families to join her on her journey, creating a nurturing environment for generations of learners and a home away from home for thousands of families.

In that same vein, we keep the Alice Smith spirit alive by building a nurturing community that encourages our students to explore the world with courage, curiosity and compassion.

To build a better world together.

Our purpose is embedded through our three strategic pillars:

Our People

We are a diverse collective of experts and curious minds, working together to push the boundaries of education to lead learning for an ever-changing world.

Our Students

We encourage students to explore different paths with courage and curiosity, in an environment that empowers them to make an impact as their best self.

Our World

We are a supportive, connected community that innovates, explores and learns together.

The Opportunity (Overview of the role)

The Teaching Assistant will work typically alongside the teacher in the classroom. They will support students in accessing learning, provide individualised or small-group assistance when needed, and help manage classroom activities. Additionally, they will assist with preparing learning materials, maintaining a positive classroom environment, and supporting students' academic and social development.

You will be required to demonstrate the ability to build positive relationships with both children and adults and work collaboratively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities. They will actively contribute to the learning environment, ensuring students are engaged, supported, and able to access the curriculum effectively.

Responsibilities/duties:

• Ensure the safety and well-being of students by implementing safeguarding measures and monitoring adherence to school policies.
• Support the planning and delivery of classroom activities, ensuring effective learning experiences for both individual and group instruction.
• Encourage an inclusive and engaging learning environment, fostering student participation and promoting equity in the classroom.
• Supervise students during classroom activities, school outings, and non-classroom times, ensuring adherence to school safety and behavior policies.
• Assist in the development of student independence skills, including supporting personal hygiene, mobility, and social development where necessary.
• Provide emotional and behavioral support to students, working with teachers and pastoral care teams to promote student well-being and resilience.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to prepare and implement learning resources, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives and student needs.
• Monitor and report on student progress and behavior, identifying areas for support and improvement in consultation with teachers.
• Undertake administrative responsibilities, including maintaining student records, managing classroom resources, and supporting data collection for performance tracking.
• Implement behavior management strategies in line with school policies, supporting a positive learning environment and promoting self-regulation among students.
• Assist in adapting learning materials and instructional approaches to meet the diverse needs of students, including those with additional learning requirements.
• Engage in professional development activities to enhance knowledge, skills, and effectiveness in supporting student learning.
• Work proactively as part of the school team, supporting school-wide initiatives and ensuring effective communication between staff, students, and parents.
• Perform other duties as required, ensuring flexibility and responsiveness to school needs within the scope of the role.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations, reporting any concerns and taking appropriate action to maintain a safe environment.
• Demonstrate professionalism, cultural sensitivity, collaboration, and a commitment to continuous development.

Adhere to the school's policies and procedures.

All staff are responsible for ensuring that safeguarding is central to everything we do, adopting a whole-school approach. Please refer to the Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy for more information.

Safe Recruitment Practices:

As a school with a diverse collective of experts, we uphold recruitment protocols that adhere to the highest possible international standards. We conduct thorough pre-employment checks on candidate references and verify qualifications. If you require further information regarding the School's 'Pre-Appointment Checks,' please liaise with our People and Culture representative, as the process may vary for individuals of different nationalities.

We prioritise the careful scrutiny of checks as they are essential in ensuring a safe and secure environment for our students. By maintaining stringent recruitment practices, we aim to provide a nurturing and protected learning environment for all our students.

The duties and responsibilities of this post may vary from time to time according to the changing demands of the school. This job description may be reviewed at the reasonable discretion of the Head of School and school leadership in the light of those changing requirements and in consultation with the post holder. 

Selection Criteria :

Essential Criteria:

• Minimum Qualification - Diploma
• Experience working with children
• Understanding of Safeguarding

Desirable Criteria:

• Ability to speak additional languages

Sri KDU International School Klang is looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to join our talented, energetic and friendly Primary team in November 2025, to inspire the next generation of leaders.

Roles and responsibilities

1. Classroom Support:

2. Assist the class teacher in preparing and organizing classroom materials and resources.

3. Support the implementation of age-appropriate lesson plans and activities.
4. Foster a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere.
5. Providing support to children with mathematics, reading and writing on an individual, class or a small group basis
6. Support the implementation of classroom rules and routines.
7. Assist with behavior management strategies to create a positive learning environment.

2. Student Interaction:

• Provide individualized attention to students, offering guidance and support as needed.
• Assist with student transitions and ensure a safe and orderly environment.
• Encourage positive social interactions among students.

3. Assessment and Documentation:

• Assist in observing and assessing student progress.
• Assisting with marking and correcting work
• Maintain records of student performance and participation.
• Collaborate with the class teacher in documenting achievements and areas for improvement.

4. Communication:

• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Collaborate with the class teacher to relay information about student progress and behavior.

5. School Support:

• Attending meetings and reviews.
• Helping with school events, trips and activities.
• Participate in duties – lunch/break/before and after school

Qualifications and training:

• Certificate or Diploma in Early Childhood/ Degree in Education/Master's in Education
• In house training/CPD will be provided.

Skills and knowledge

• Good communication skills in English (verbal and written), and strong interpersonal skills; proficiency in foreign languages like would be advantageous.
• Provide curricular clerical/admin support.
• Use variety of activities & instructional methods (Songs, stories, art, structured games to motivate & stimulate children's abilities)

Other Expectations:

• Fully and positively participate in the school's performance appraisal scheme in order to develop and enhance personal and service performance.
• Undertake any reasonable duties requested or assigned by SLT especially with regard to the school's administrative function.
• Ensure that school policies including those relating to safeguarding, race equality, code of conduct ad health & safety are adhered to
• Attend meetings and PD sessions
• Participate in duties – lunch/break/before and after school
• Preferably 3 years working with young learners. However, fresh graduates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Personal qualities

• Good character, caring to children, responsible, and proactive.
• Patient and supportive to the teaching and learning process.
• A team player and flexible to meet the needs of the Early Years operational needs.
• Proactive and willingness to take on multiple tasks

How to Apply:

Successful applicants will be enthusiastic about the ethos and values of XCL International and SriKDU Schools. A competitive remuneration package will be offered to the chosen candidate. To apply for this post, please click the 'Apply' button on this page to submit your application.

Applications will be reviewed on receipt, and we reserve the right to make an early appointment. Interviews may take place in Kuala Lumpur or online.

Safeguarding Statement:

XCL education is committed to safeguarding and to promoting the welfare of children and young people. We follow safer recruitment practices with specific attention to child protection. SriKDU employees ensure a secure, stimulating and well managed learning environment that promotes a sense of safety, support and wellbeing.

All appointments are subject to an interview, identity checks, criminal record checks, successful references including from your current Head of School, as well as due visa and work permit process as required by Malaysian law.

We are currently looking for dynamic Teaching Assistants - Daycare Assistants to join our Beaconhouse family

VACANCY (Play-based National Curriculum in an Enhanced Learning Environment)

• Teaching Assistant / Daycare Assistant – Puchong Preschool
• Teaching Assistant / Daycare Assistant – Sarah's Klang Preschool
• Teaching Assistant / Daycare Assistant – Bunga Raya Klang Preschool
• Teaching Assistant / Daycare Assistant – Gasing Preschool
• Teaching Assistant / Daycare Assistant – Gamuda Preschool
• Teaching Assistant / Daycare Assistant – Subang Preschool
• Teaching Assistant / Daycare Assistant – Sri Petaling Preschool
• Teaching Assistant / Daycare Assistant – BNEY Ampang/ Bangsar/ SS2

Job Requirements

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education.
• KAAP - Kursus Asuhan Asas Permata Certification.
• SPM.
• 0-3 years of overall experience in a similar role in education.
• English (Fluent), Bahasa Malaysia (Intermediate).
• Able to start immediately.
• Please specify the role and preschool you are applying.

Core Knowledge Required

• Understanding of how a classroom is to be run smoothly.
• Ability to coordinate well with the teacher and be prepared for the lessons that the teacher is teaching for that day.
• Observant to the needs of the children and are able to identify students who need extra guidance in lessons and those who are fast learners who can motivate others with their good work.

TEACHING ASSISTANT

Working Hours:

Every Monday – Friday

8.00 am to 4.00 pm

Job Responsibilities:

Communication

• Develop a warm and nurturing relationship with students in your class. Always speak positively about a child. Talk to and listen to children appropriately.
• Monitors the progress of students and communicates with teachers, parents, and administration.
• Maintains open communication between yourself and the classroom teacher and between other school personnel.
• Work cooperatively with the class teacher and other assistants, proactively sharing skills and strengths and seeking assistance from others when required.
• Refer all questions about the curriculum or individual student progress directly to the class teacher.
• Be well informed about the daily class timetable and schedule before the beginning of the school day, check the class teacher's daily planner each morning to become familiar with the day's plans and specific expectations.
• Be informed about all expectations and requirements of all teacher assistants by reading staff handbooks, and school newsletters and checking emails on a regular basis.

Students

• Instructs as directed, students in large or small groups, on a daily basis as part of the established educational program.
• Assists in the development of or develops daily instructional plans.
• One-on-one support with individual children.
• Small group work (spelling, phonics, sight words, math games, etc.)
• Monitoring and supervision of students
• Roam the class during independent activities.
• Manages and interacts with children in a positive and supportive manner

General

• Attends weekly staff meetings.
• Assists with pick up and drop off of students with the class teacher (specialist lessons, library, cafeteria, bus bay, nurse, etc.).
• Undertake playground supervision as per the duty roster, ensuring expectations are being consistently reinforced.
• Attend carnivals, special events, and excursions as organized.
• Attend whole school staff meetings, carnivals, excursions, and special events as required.

Labels and Displays

• Creating signs for displays
• Updating and changing displays in classrooms and shared areas.
• Labels for books, tote trays, lockers, storage boxes, etc.

Displaying Art Work

• Materials and Supplies
• Ensure sufficient basic supplies e.g. stationery, art and craft materials, are available and easily accessible.
• Storage and tidiness of materials in Math and Language areas
• Prepare art and craft materials as required (fill and clean paint pots and brushes, make play dough, collage materials, glue, etc.)
• Cover books, mend books, and resources where necessary.
• Assist in the preparation and creation of teaching aids, e.g. games, work cards, flashcards, etc.

Administrative

• Responsible for coordinating filing, typing, bulletin boards, and inventories at the assigned grade level.
• Distribution, storage, and tidiness of materials and supplies in classrooms and workrooms.
• Assist with ICT requirements (downloading and printing digital photographs, publishing children's work, etc).
• Assists with students' portfolios.
• Lead classroom routines (homework, reading folders, parent notes, lunch, and water bottles).
• Take excursion money for banking.
• Keep a daily record of dismissal- how children are being collected (parent pick up, bus numbers.
• Photocopying, and producing booklets (sending items to the print room).

DAYCARE ASSISTANT

Working Hours:

Every Monday – Friday, including school holidays

Full Time:12.30 pm to 6.00 pm

Part-Time: 4:00pm to 6:00 pm

Job Requirements

• Candidate must possess at least a Diploma, Advanced/ Higher/ Graduate Diploma in Education/ Teaching/ Early Years Education, or 3 years of practical experience as a Daycare Teacher. Fresh graduates with a passion in daycare or interest in further studies in Education are welcome to apply;
• Fluent in Bahasa Malaysia and English both written and spoken, fluent proficiency in Mandarin (both written and spoken) is a plus;
• At least 3 years of working experience in daycare;
• Has patience, flexibility, and love for children;
• Nurses with pediatric experience are welcome.

Job Responsibilities:

Daycare assistants work together with the daycare supervisor in overseeing all operations in the daycare section of the preschool. Their typical duties include caring for all the children, parent meetings, regulation compliance, and educational program development. Assistants must deal with challenging children and potentially difficult parents.

Program and Daycare Supervision

• Responsible for the supervision and monitoring of the Health and Safety of all our children in the Daycare Programme;
• To ensure the cleanliness and hygiene of the Napping Room including the sleeping cots and the related;

Programme Administration and Operation

• To oversee the daily routine. This would include taking attendance, assisting in preparing and cleaning up after lunch and afternoon tea break, supervising children during meal time and activities, showering the children, preparing children for their naps, basic needs of children, and pastoral care;
• To maintain a proper record of all children in our Full Day Programme;

Plan, Execute, and Review

• Responsible for the daily activities and learning outcomes of children under our care;
• Implement and encourage good health and hygiene practices (washing hands, toileting habits, etc.);
• Teach and encourage good behavior and basic manners;

Essential Reporting to Head of School ("HOS")

• To monitor and report on the progress of children under our care;
• To prepare Incident Reports as and when necessary - To observe the Standard Operating Procedure ("SOP") on recording and to report all incidents occurring in the school;

We look forward to working with you.

Main Purpose of the Job:

• To assist in the development of pupils' learning, the provision of care and the management of pupils' behaviour under the supervision of senior colleagues.
• To assist the classroom teacher with their responsibility for the development and education of all pupils.

• To cover classes as and when required. (dependant on level and experience)

• Support for the Pupils

• Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour Plans and Personal Care programmes.

• Establish constructive relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs.
• Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils.
• Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher.
• Set challenging and demanding expectations and promote self-esteem and independence.
• Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under the guidance of the teacher

2. Support for the Teacher

• Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment, in accordance with lesson plans and assist with the display of pupils' work.
• Use strategies, in liaison with the teacher, to support pupils to achieve learning goals.
• Assist with the planning of learning activities.
• Monitor pupils' responses to learning activities and accurately record achievement/progress as directed.
• Provide detailed and regular feedback to teachers on pupils' achievement, progress, problems etc.
• Promote good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in line with established policy and encourage pupils to take responsibility for their own behaviour.
• Establish constructive relationships with parents/carers
• Administer routine tests and invigilate exams and undertake routine marking of pupils' work.
• Support teaching /senior staff with routine administration, e.g. photocopying, typing, filing, money, administration of coursework etc.

3. Support for the Curriculum

• Assist with the implementation of structured and agreed learning activities/teaching programmes, adjusting activities according to pupil responses.
• Assist with the implementation of programmes linked to local and national learning strategies e.g. literacy, numeracy, KS3, early years, recording achievement and progress and feeding back to the teacher.
• Support the use of ICT in learning activities and develop pupils' competence and independence in its use
• Prepare, maintain and use equipment/resources required to meet the lesson plans/relevant learning activity and assist pupils in their use.

4. Support for the School

• Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.
• Be aware of and support differences to ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.
• Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school.
• Appreciate and support the role of other professionals.
• Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required.
• Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required.
• Assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times, including before and after school and at lunchtime.
• Accompany teaching staff and pupils on educational visits, trips and out of school activities as required and take responsibility for a group under the supervision of the teacher

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

Experience

• Experience in teaching children relevant year group

Qualifications

• Further qualification in Education
• Good numeracy/literacy skills
• Training in the relevant learning strategies e.g. literacy
• First aid training/training as appropriate

Knowledge & Skills

• Effective use of ICT to support learning
• Use of other equipment technology – video, photocopier
• Understanding of relevant policies/codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation
• General understanding of national/foundation stage curriculum and other basic learning programmes/strategies
• Basic understanding of child development and learning
• Ability to self-evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities
• Ability to relate well to children and adults
• Work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within these

Personal Attributes

• Confidence, warmth, sensitivity, reliability, and enthusiasm
• Ability to communicate effectively with children and young people
• Good interpersonal skills

SJIIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we hold ourselves to a high standard concerning safer recruitment policy and processes. We expect the same commitment to keeping children safe from all of our staff and applicants will be subject to child protection screening appropriate to the post including a full background check, checks with past employers, online checks and relevant international police checks.

Teaching Assistant is required to commence in January 2026. We are seeking teaching assistant who can assist for EYC up at to Primary.

KEY RESULT AREAS / RESPONSIBILITIES

• To assist the class teacher by working with the children so that they can fulfill their social, personal and academic goals.
• To assist the teacher by being aware of what the class teacher has planned for the day and the routines that they have has set up.
• To be observant enough to pick out any child who may need help and to check with the class teacher on measures to be taken to help him/her.
• To help in the preparation of resources and to display children's work.
• To attend all the staff briefings and be ready to attend staff training and professional development conducted in school.
• Teaching assistant must be ready to take on supervisory duties outside the classroom when asked by the Principal/Head of Section/Deputies
• Teaching assistant must remember that the safety and security of the students is of paramount importance.
• Teaching assistant must reflect the core values of TEG, and encourage them in the students
• To carry out whatever directives that may be issued from time to time by the Principal/Head of Section/Deputies.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Candidate must possess at least a SPM/STPM/"A" Level/Pre-U or Professional Certificate in Education/Teaching/Training or equivalent.
• Proficient in English language.
• At least 1 year of working experience with an international school is preferred.

Not Seeing a Specific Role? We'd Still Love to Hear from You!

Share Your Skills & Interest - Let's See If There's a Fit

At TongXin Waldorf School, we know that the right people don’t always fit into predefined job descriptions. Maybe you’re an educator, administrator, or specialist who resonates with Waldorf education and our values, but you don’t see a specific job posting that matches your skills. That’s okay. We welcome open applications from passionate individuals who want to teach, support, or contribute to our school in a meaningful way. If you’re excited about nurturing young minds, fostering creativity, and working in a community-driven environment, we’d love to get to know you. Tell us about your skills, experience, and what draws you to TongXin Waldorf School. Let’s start a conversation and explore how you might fit into our growing community.

• Believe education should be hands-on, creative, and connected to the real world.
• Value deep relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Are open to a more holistic approach to learning and growth.
• Want to be part of a school that fosters curiosity, wonder, and purpose.

Teaching Roles: Whether you specialize in early childhood, grade school, or IGCSE subjects, we’re always open to educators who want to bring learning to life.

Administrative & Support Roles: From school administration to operations, event planning, finance and kitchen staff, our school thrives on the contributions of a caring and capable team.

Creative & Enrichment Roles: Music, movement, handcrafts, nature education—if you have a unique skill to share, we’d love to hear how you could enrich our learning environment.

• A supportive, like-minded teaching and working community
• Smaller class sizes for deeper connections (for teaching roles)
• A school that values learning beyond exams
• Mentorship, professional development & training in Waldorf education
• A vibrant school culture with festivals, community events & outdoor learning

If you’re curious about Waldorf education and excited by the idea of working in a school that values creativity, connection, and purpose, let’s talk. Apply today, share your story with us and your next meaningful opportunity might be right here!