EAL Teacher - Upper Middle School
EAL Teacher – Upper Middle School
Start Date: January 2027
About the School
Peninsula International School (PISA) in Selangor is a vibrant, values-driven learning community delivering high-quality international education to students from diverse cultural backgrounds. We are committed to academic excellence, the holistic development of every student, and preparing young people to thrive in an ever-changing global environment.
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and passionate EAL Teacher to join a thriving Upper Middle School. This role is ideal for a dedicated educator with a strong background in supporting English language learners and a commitment to delivering high-quality teaching and learning.
The Role- Teach English as an Additional Language (EAL) within the Upper Middle School
- Deliver engaging, well-planned and differentiated lessons that support language acquisition and academic progress
- Support students in accessing the wider curriculum through targeted language development
- Maintain high expectations for student achievement and behaviour
- Contribute to the wider life of the school and its continued development
- Teach up to 22 lessons per week within a 30-period timetable
- Work collaboratively with subject teachers to support EAL learners across the curriculum
- Monitor and assess student language development, providing clear feedback and targets
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding and student welfare
- Minimum of 5–10 years' teaching experience, including EAL/ESL teaching
- Experience working with Upper Middle School age students
- Experience with international curricula (VCE, CAIE, IB, IEB or similar)
- A recognised teaching qualification (Teaching Degree or Degree with PGCE or equivalent)
- A relevant qualification or specialism in EAL/ESL, TESOL, TEFL or Applied Linguistics
- Outstanding English language proficiency
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to adapt to a new environment with cultural sensitivity
- Experience supporting EAL learners in mainstream subject classrooms
- Experience with student management systems (iSAMS, SIMS, etc.)
- Google Educator Level 1 certification
- Previous teaching experience in Southeast Asia
- Average class size: approximately 15 students
- A clear enhanced DBS and/or police check is required
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and committed teacher to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and forward-thinking school environment. A very competitive international package is on offer for the successful candidate.