Description

The aim of this project is to deliver quality training programs for early primary English language teachers working in Malaysian government schools in order to develop their teaching skills and subject knowledge, and monitor and support their ongoing professional development. Each mentor will work with 5 schools and schools should be within a radius of 25 kms of the 'central school'. Teachers will not know where they are to be placed but will be asked for their preference; districts vary in multicultural Malaysia - some have more indigenous populations, some more Malays, some Chinese. The Mentors need to be hired by June 30th (this is the cut-off). There has been a new curriculum developed for schools and part of the role of the Mentor is to help teachers implement this. It is heavily Early literacy/Phonics based.

Teachers need to stay in the communities near their schools. They will typically live in a house but pay 10% of their salary for accommodation which can be covered by not buying into the Profident Fund.Teachers are given a car and petrol card, or if they don't drive will be provided with a car and driver. If in a remote area, teachers will be given a 4 wheel drive vehicle. Assistance will be provided to find housing. Flights will be provided. By Malaysian law teachers need to be at least 27 when they start and can be up to 65. They are looking for independent, flexible and self-motivated teachers. This is an excellent development opportunity for anyone interested in teacher training/mentoring in a rural, primary context and a unique chance to experience the biodiversity of Borneo from within its fascinating culture. You will be part of a team of trainers working to provide Malaysian early primary teachers with methodology training, teaching resources and continuous professional development in order to improve the teaching of English in Malaysia. Working as a local teacher mentor within a cluster of primary schools in Malaysian Borneo, you will provide on the job support through a variety of development activities, including a range of innovative training courses.

Highlights

Although benefits are provided for teachers who have spouses or children please note that opportunities for partners to find work are extremely limited. There are International Schools for qualified teachers but it's best to be recruited from your home country. Some foreigners make a living giving private lessons for around GBP 10 - 12 an hour although this is not legal without a work permit. There are a very few International Schools in the two states, mainly in the two state capitals, and these are expensive including a large non-refundable registration fee. There are more choices of English medium nursery schools and these are much less expensive. Baby-sitters cost about GBP 1.60 an hour. A live-in maid costs GBP 650 up-front and GBP 65 a month. A maid two days a week costs around GBP 40 a month.

Please also note that Malaysian law does not recognize same sex partnerships. Therefore it is currently not possible to obtain residence visas for same sex partners. Applicants with same sex partners are advised to contact the Teaching Centre Manager before applying.

The Malaysian states of Sarawak and Sabah make up more than half of the island of Borneo. They are famous for their ancient rainforests and wildlife, not to mention their world-renown beaches. You can find rare species of mammals like the Sumatran rhino and Asian pygmy elephant as well as the orangtan, proboscis monkey, gibbon, lemur, civet, Malaysian sun bear, and lots more. The population of both states is made up of many indigenous groups with fascinating cultures and traditions.

Qualifications

Applicants must have:

* A minimum of a recognised TEFL qualification (normally Trinity CTESOL or CESOL CELTA) and two years' post qualification experience with young learners. For teachers with PGCE (primary) or B.Ed plus primary experience, they accept less-recognised ELT certificates, or Trinity/CELTA with pre-qualification experience.
* Experience of teacher training/development, line management or coaching/mentoring is desirable.
* You must be a highly proficient speaker of English and you must have a first degree or equivalent.
* Your passport must be valid for a minimum of two years from your start date. The bureaucracy is such that you have to enter the country as a tourist on a 1 or 3 month tourist visa (depending on your nationality), during which time your work permit will be applied for.
* Malaysian law states that you must be 27 years old or older and have a first degree to obtain a work permit. The contract is conditional on approval of the work permit. They have all been approved to date.

Minimum Education

Bachelors

Languages

• English

Salary/Pay

Generous package and support Salary range from MYR 7,695 to 9,996 per month Additional 11% provident fund contribution. Should you choose not to join the EPF scheme, you may request the 11% contribution to be added into your monthly salary. Please note that if you choose this option, the 11% shall become eligible for tax at your own account as per current Malaysia Law. Three-month project completion bonus, 30 Sept 2013 Flights at beginning and end of contract for teacher and family Baggage allowance of up to £1200 for single employees or up to 2000 for employees accompanied by family members on successful completion of your employment. This allowance is accountable. Relocation and settling-in expenses. You will also receive up to two weeks' accommodation and up to two weeks' subsistence. Lease car provided for work and local personal use Comprehensive BUPA family health insurance Professional development, support and materials 35 days plus public holidays Depending on their point on the salary scale mentors are currently paying between 14-20% tax on their salaries.

Experience Required

yes

2 years

This Program is open to

American and Canadian Participants.

Application Process Involves

• Phone/Video Interview

Typically The Application Process Time is

3 weeks

Teach Anywhere's Mission Statement

Teach Anywhere's mission is to be recognized and acknowledged for consistently achieving excellence in quality of service both to teachers and to international schools.

Year Founded

1980