Primary Class Teacher

The Role:

At Kinabalu International School we are dedicated to providing an excellent education in a caring, respectful environment, challenging students to achieve their full potential as successful global citizens.

KIS is continuing to grow and we are looking for an excellent class teacher for our Primary Section to join for an August 2025 start. Applicants must have a recognised teaching qualification, a minimum of two years experience and demonstrated success teaching in the primary classroom.

Applicants must be committed team players who are keen to contribute to the ongoing development of our busy and forward-looking school, and willing to play a full part in the school’s pastoral care and extra-curricular programmes. Excellent spoken and written English language skills are essential.

Successful candidates will be offered an initial two year contract that can be extended as two-year contracts. For further information about the school please see our website at: www.kis.edu.my

How to Apply

Applications should be submitted by e-mail to jobs@kis.edu.my and should include:

• A letter of application
• A two-page curriculum vitae
• A recent passport photograph
• The contact details of at least three referees (one of which must be your current Head of School)

Only shortlisted applications will be acknowledged.

The deadline for applications is November 22nd 2024

Early applications are encouraged and KIS reserves the right to make an appointment before the published deadline if an exceptional candidate is found. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

About KIS:

Kinabalu International School is a not-for-profit, parent owned school and is located in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia (Borneo). KIS has gained an excellent reputation for delivering a high quality education for nearly 50 years. Our school is a founding member and active participant of what is now FOBISIA(Federation of British International Schools in Asia) as well as being a CISaccredited school. KIS is a Green Flag Eco-School and is very committed to environmental sustainability.

KIS delivers a rigorous academic education for students aged 3 to 18, based on the English National Curriculum and the CambridgeIGCSE and A-Level programmes. In addition to a demanding academic curriculum, students participate in a wide range of sporting, performing arts and co-curricular activities.

The school currently caters for approximately 430 students from over 30 different nations, employs a highly professional international teaching staff and enjoys an excellent reputation. Our students are highly motivated, hardworking and a pleasure to teach. We have a very friendly and supportive staff team, and strong links with parents and the local community.

Kinabalu International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Services or relevant Police Authorities.

No. Perakuan Pendaftaran: XUBF01