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2027/28 Elementary School Talent Pool

• St. Joseph’s Institution International School (SJIIS)

• Location: Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

• Contract Type: Full-time, Two-year initial contract (renewable)

• Start Date: August 2027 (Academic Year 27/28)

• Closing Date: Friday 25th September 2026

The Opportunity

St. Joseph’s Institution International School (SJIIS) is entering an exciting phase of sustained growth and continuous enhancement of our vibrant Elementary School. To support this strategic development, we are establishing our 2027/28 Elementary School Talent Pool to connect with exceptional, forward-thinking primary educators well ahead of the 2027/28 academic year.

We are seeking inspiring early years and primary practitioners with a proven track record in holistic, child-centred education. By expressing your interest early, you position yourself at the forefront of our recruitment process as specific vacancies open.

Expressions of interest are warmly invited from specialists in the following areas:,

• Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Practitioners

• Elementary Class Teachers (Key Stage 1 & Key Stage 2)

• Primary Subject Specialists (PE, Music, Drama, World Languages, Art)

• Student Support Specialists (EAL & Inclusive Education / Learning Support)

Why Choose SJIIS?

SJIIS is a leading Lasallian international school in the Kuala Lumpur/Petaling Jaya region, renowned for its educational excellence, premium facilities, and deeply rooted community values.

• A Nurturing Educational Trajectory: Our Elementary School places holistic development at the heart of learning, laying the foundation for happy, confident, and inquisitive lifelong learners.

• Strategic Growth: Join us at a pivotal moment as we expand our primary provision, offering you the unique opportunity to help shape the curriculum, culture, and success of our growing Elementary division.

• Values-Driven Community: Our rich Lasallian heritage means we place equal value on academic growth, genuine pastoral care, and nurturing empathetic global citizens. We are a school with a soul, not a corporate machine.

• Investment in People: As the school grows, so do our people. We offer comprehensive, continuous professional development (CPD) and clear pathways for internal career progression.

The Teaching & Learning Environment

• Enthusiastic, Respectful Learners: Our classrooms are filled with curious, globally-minded children who are genuinely engaged and eager to discover. Behaviour management is exceptionally strong, allowing you to focus on inspiring minds.

• Favourable Class Sizes & Teaching Support: We maintain excellent student-to-teacher ratios supported by dedicated teaching assistants, allowing for personalised learning, small-group guided sessions, and impactful mentorship.

• Protected Teacher Wellbeing: We actively protect work-life balance. Administrative processes are streamlined, meetings are purposeful, and deadlines are realistic so you can focus on delivering world-class, engaging lessons.

The Ideal Candidate

You will be an ambitious, collaborative professional who thrives in a warm, high-achieving environment and is passionate about early childhood and primary education.

Key Requirements:

• A relevant degree and a recognised primary teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, B.Ed., QTS, or equivalent).

• Proven experience teaching the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) or the English National Curriculum / International Primary Curriculum (IPC).

• A strong understanding of inquiry-based learning, child development, and early literacy/numeracy strategies.

• A dedication to enabling every child to reach their full potential through inclusive practices.

• A willingness to contribute actively to our vibrant Co-Curricular Activities (CCA) programme.

• Alignment with our core Lasallian values of faith, service, and community.

What We Offer

We provide a highly competitive expatriate package designed to attract top international talent, including:

• A generous salary scale commensurate with experience.

• Comprehensive medical insurance for the teacher and dependants.

• Return flights at the beginning and end of the contract.

• Free or heavily subsidised tuition for dependent children.

• A generous accommodation allowance (with excellent modern expat apartments located just minutes from the campus).

• A welcoming, supportive, and globally diverse working environment.

Living in Petaling Jaya & Malaysia

Petaling Jaya is a vibrant, modern, and highly liveable city seamlessly connected to the heart of Kuala Lumpur. It offers an exceptionally high quality of life, world-class healthcare, affordable luxury accommodation, and a diverse global culinary scene. With a remarkably low cost of living, your salary goes much further, allowing for significant savings. Furthermore, Malaysia serves as a safe, welcoming, and incredibly well-connected travel hub for exploring the rest of Southeast Asia during school holidays.

How to Join Our Talent Pool & Next Steps

Interested candidates should submit their expression of interest via the TES 'Apply Now' button. Please upload an up-to-date CV and a brief supporting statement outlining your teaching specialties and your philosophy of elementary education.

Key Recruitment Timeline: Review of the Talent Pool will begin immediately. Because we know the best educators value long-term planning, we intend to conduct low-pressure, informal coffee-chat style discussions with shortlisted candidates before the end of September 2026. This is a chance for you to interview us, learn about our strategic vision, and see if SJIIS aligns with your lifestyle and career goals well before formal applications open.

SJIIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and enhanced criminal background checks.