At Tenby Schools Penang, part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP)—a global network of 85+ schools across 23 countries—we are proud to offer an international and cosmopolitan learning environment. Our diverse campus hosts students from over 30 countries, providing them with a world-class education in a state-of-the-art facility.
With nearly 60 years of pioneering experience in international education in Malaysia, Tenby Schools Penang has established a reputation for excellence in staff development and delivering high-quality teaching and learning. What sets us apart is our unique integration of a Private Malaysian School and an International School, fostering a truly unified and inclusive educational experience.
Located on the island of Penang, we are one of the leading schools in the region. If you're looking for a vibrant, progressive, and supportive school community, we encourage you to explore more about Tenby Schools Penang.
We look forward to welcoming talented individuals who share our commitment to excellence in education.
ISP EAL Teaching Assistant Role Profile
Purpose of Role
EAL staff at Tenby Schools Penang are expected to ensure high quality educational support for all EAL students to improve English Language acquisition. The post-holder is expected to conduct themselves in an appropriate professional manner at all times to support and foster the aims of the School and SLT. Successful applicants will need to use initiative to produce resources that support students in mainstream classes, enabling them to access the lessons that are planned by the teachers.
ISP EAL Teaching Assistant Key Responsibilities
Leading small groups of pupils within a whole class setting that is led and managed by a member of the teaching staff
Establishing relationships with other staff members in order to support work of pupils
Attending staff meetings and contributing to the development of the school
Assisting teachers in developing resources for lessons to ensure accessibility for EAL students
Preparing and developing resources for learning activities
Reporting on the progress made by pupils
Improving English Language acquisition across both the primary and secondary sections of the school.
Ensuring that the EAL needs of individual students are met
Ensuring that EAL support is holistic and cross-curricular where appropriate
Ensuring that parents have clear and accurate information about their child's progress.
Skills, Qualifications and Experience
Appropriate child-focused qualification (e.g. nursery nursing, teaching assistant qualification)
At least two to three years' relevant experience in a school setting (desirable)
A passion for children and a belief in the education of the 'whole child'
High levels of professionalism and care for children
Excellent oral and written English
Have excellent classroom practice or demonstrate the potential to develop this
The ability to speak Korean or Mandarin would be an advantage but is not essential
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.#J-18808-Ljbffr