Position Title: Head of EAL (English as an Additional Language)
Start：August 2026
Country：Malaysia

Role Objective
We are looking for an experienced and committed Head of EAL to take charge of and advance the school's EAL provision. The successful candidate will ensure excellent teaching and learning outcomes for EAL students, facilitate their academic integration, and collaborate with staff to foster inclusive approaches that enable all learners to thrive.

Reporting Line
Directly reports to: Head of School

Working Relationships
Works in partnership with school leadership, curriculum coordinators, subject teachers, and support staff to design and implement effective EAL strategies across the institution.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Management

Direct the design, rollout, and review of the school's EAL programme

Set strategic direction for EAL delivery across all year groups

Supervise, guide, and develop EAL teachers and teaching assistants

Manage EAL scheduling, student grouping, and placement decisions

Ensure efficient deployment of EAL resources and support services

Teaching and Learning

Provide high-standard EAL instruction when needed

Assist subject teachers in adapting instruction for EAL learners

Champion inclusive pedagogical approaches across all disciplines

Demonstrate exemplary EAL teaching techniques and strategies

Facilitate the embedding of language development within the mainstream curriculum

Assessment and Monitoring

Supervise EAL assessment procedures, including initial screening and placement evaluations

Track and analyse students' language acquisition and academic advancement

Keep comprehensive records of EAL student development

Deliver regular progress updates to parents and school leadership

Utilise data to refine intervention approaches and enhance programme effectiveness

Curriculum Development

Shape and enhance the EAL curriculum to meet school standards and international benchmarks

Design and evaluate EAL teaching materials, resources, and intervention schemes

Ensure coherence between EAL support and mainstream curricular expectations

Student Support and Pastoral Care

Address the academic, linguistic, and social-emotional needs of EAL students

Identify learners who require additional language assistance and targeted intervention

Collaborate with pastoral teams to promote student wellbeing and successful integration

Cultivate an inclusive campus culture that appreciates linguistic diversity

Collaboration and Communication

Partner with subject teachers to advance language learning across the curriculum

Offer advice and training to staff on EAL best practices

Maintain clear and constructive communication with parents about student progress and language growth

Engage in staff meetings, curriculum planning sessions, and school events

Professional Development

Lead and take part in professional learning activities related to EAL education

Keep abreast of current research and evolving best practices in language acquisition and ESL/EAL pedagogy

Foster a culture of ongoing improvement within the EAL team and the broader school community

Role Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Education, English, Linguistics, or a related discipline

Recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, TESOL, TEFL, or equivalent)

Minimum of 5–8 years of teaching experience, including EAL/ESL background (leadership experience is advantageous)

Strong grounding in second language acquisition theories and methodologies

Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and team coordination capabilities

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills

Capacity to work effectively across departments and within diverse cultural settings

School info:
Founded in 2018 and part of a century-old global education network, our NEASC-accredited campus offers a rigorous American K-12 pathway (3–18 years) alongside AP and A-Level options. We prioritize individualized growth with a 4:1 student-teacher ratio and tiered EAL programs to ensure non-native speakers thrive alongside peers. Beyond the classroom, our unique facilities—including a golf academy and certified civic science center—complement STEM and project-based learning. With full and weekly boarding, plus phased university guidance, we prepare students for top-tier offers worldwide. Strategically located near the Malaysia-Singapore border, our community will benefit from seamless cross-border travel via the new rail link opening in 2026.

Salary
Annual gross salary (pre-tax)
Annual discretionary bonus (based on company profit and personal KPI)

Housing
On-campus accommodation

Relocation & Travel
Reimbursement of sea freight charges for household items upon hiring
Annual flight allowance for you and your dependents

Insurance & Protection
Medical insurance (for you and dependents)
Group term life and personal accident insurance

Children’s Education
Standard tuition fees waived (excluding food, uniforms, books, extra programs, etc.)

Other Benefits
- Work and dependent pass application fees covered by the school
- Employer's statutory EPF contribution
- An annual PD Allowance (reimbursable upon receipts)