Teacher of Chemistry

Nexus International School Malaysia is seeking a teacher of Chemistry. If you’re keen to demonstrate outstanding standards of teaching and learning, with a passionate, enthusiastic, creative and dynamic attitude then we want to hear from you! 

Nexus is located in Putrajaya, near Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia. Established in 2008 as part of the Taylor’s Education Group, we currently enrol 700 students from Early Years to Year 13 who learn through the IPC, IGCSE and IBDP curricula. We have an inclusive admissions policy and you can expect to teach learners with learning and language needs as well as exceptionally academic and talented children.

The student population is made up of over 30 different nationalities giving our school a truly global character. Previous international experience is not required, but the desire to work in a diverse international community is essential. All staff are also expected to contribute to the co-curricular programme. Nexus is committed to developing personalised learning so that all learners, given their individual gifts and talents, are challenged and make progress.  As an Apple Distinguished School we expect all teachers to use technology in a transformative way to enhance learning. 

We are seeking a Chemistry specialist with post-16 experience.  Knowledge of the IB programme would be an advantage.  In the lower school, all members of the department teach general Science from Years 7-9 and the ability to teach more than one specialism to IGCSE is desirable.   The Science department is well-resourced with modern laboratories and technician support.  A variety of pathways are offered up to IGCSE and Chemistry is a popular option at IB.

We provide a professionally stimulating and collaborative, working environment with well-motivated students. We offer a  competitive salary and benefits package as well as outstanding professional learning opportunities.

For further details please refer to our website www.nexus.edu.my. To apply, please upload a full CV and covering letter, addressing the job description and including names and contact details for three referees (one being your current Headteacher/Principal) via the Apply Now link. Short listed candidates will be expected to provide a 20 minute YouTube or Vimeo video of themselves teaching a current class. (This will be for internal viewing only).  The closing date for applications is Friday January 10th at 11am.  (KL time)

Nexus International School, Malaysia (NISM) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We will conduct extensive background checks on all successful applicants. All adults in the school community are expected to follow the school’s child protection procedures, and any contracts offered are subject to satisfactory references, full employment history and Disclosure and Barring Service check/ Good Conduct Certificate as appropriate.