Full Time Learning Centre Lead Teacher Jobs, Salary up to MYR 2,400 in Caring Hearts Berhad Pulau Pinang - Maukerja

Learning Centre Lead Teacher

Do you have the passion and leadership to help underprivileged children, and the teachers who serve them, reach their full potential?

Caring Hearts Bhd operates Equal Start Learning Centres, providing structured Pre-Primary and Primary education to out-of-school children. We are seeking a Learning Centre Lead Teacher to serve as our on-site instructional and operational leader.

Overall Role

In this role, you aren’t just a teacher; you are a mentor and a guardian of standards who provides strong instructional leadership and centre-wide management.

You will oversee a dedicated team, ensure our Equal Start Education (ESE) curriculum and operational standards are delivered consistently across all classrooms with excellence, and maintain a safe, high-integrity environment for every student.

Acting as the primary liaison between the Learning Centre and the Education Admin Team, you will foster a calm, respectful, and child-centred learning culture while ensuring strict adherence to professional standards and child safeguarding protocols.

• Reporting to: Equal Start Education Admin Team
• Supervises: Class Teachers, Assistant Teachers, and Volunteers
• Works Closely With: Education Admin Team, Learning Centre Staff, and Teacher Trainer

Location & Working Hours

• Location: Perai
• Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM during school terms (30-minute lunch break)
• The Learning Centre is closed during term breaks and most Malaysian public holidays.

Qualifications

• A Degree in Education or a related field is strongly preferred.
• Strong proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Experience in teaching, leadership, mentoring, or supervisory roles.
• A genuine heart for underprivileged children and consistently shows care, patience, and commitment to their well-being and development.

Characteristics and Capabilities:

• Strong classroom instructional, management, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Able to coach, guide, and support other educators.
• Responsible, dependable, and demonstrates sound professional judgment.
• Capable of independently managing a classroom and taking full ownership of student outcomes.
• Has a growth and teachable mindset and openness to feedback and continuous improvement.
• Competency in student assessment and progress tracking.
• Basic digital literacy and data management skills.

Behavioral Expectations:

• Serves as a strong role model for students, families, and staff.
• Prioritizes child safety and student well-being at all times.
• Patience, compassion, and kindness toward children and staff.
• Strictly adheres to all child safeguarding policies and reporting requirements.
• Maintains consistent punctuality, attendance, and reliability.
• Maintains professional boundaries with students and families.
• Adaptable to the Equal Start Education program.
• Does not accept gifts, money, or favors from families and does not exploit relationships for personal gain.

How to Apply:

• Prepare your CV, Certificates and Cover Letter.
• Kindly fill the application form using the link below and upload the required docs. *************

Make sure all documents are attached so we can review your application quickly.

Note: Each doc should be less than 1 MB in size.

We can’t wait to welcome passionate team members ready to make an impact.

More Information About the Job:

1. Communication with the Leaders

• Serve as the main liaison between the Learning Centre and the Equal Start Education Admin Team.
• Provide regular updates on student progress and learning challenges.
• Update the Admin Team regarding teacher and volunteer performance and support needs.
• Report operational issues, risks, or incidents promptly.
• Escalate concerns in a timely and professional manner.

2. Centre Operations and Administration

• Oversee the daily operations of the Learning Centre.
• Open and close the Learning Centre each school day.
• Ensure strict adherence to all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) regarding health, safety, and child safeguarding.
• Maintain centre security, cleanliness, hygiene, and facility care.
• Ensure accurate daily attendance records for students and volunteers.
• Support and oversee the collection of student fees from parents in accordance with procedures.
• Ensure proper management, distribution, storage, and recharging of learning materials and devices.
• Ensure safe storage of confidential documents and sensitive materials.
• Act as the on-site Incident Lead during emergencies (e.g., medical issues, fire drills, or safety breaches), ensuring all staff follow established protocols.

3. Academic Leadership and Staff Supervision

• Supervise, coach, and mentor Learning Centre teachers and volunteers.
• Conduct weekly classroom observations.
• Provide ongoing training, guidance, encouragement, and constructive feedback professionally in a respectful and supportive manner to strengthen teaching practices.
• Support new teachers and volunteers with orientation and continuous professional coaching.
• Recognize and affirm positive efforts and achievements of teachers and volunteers to encourage continued growth.
• Promote a culture of teamwork and mutual respect, where teachers and volunteers feel supported and valued.
• Teachers and staff are encouraged to actively share ideas, insights, and feedback with the Lead Teacher, fostering a collaborative environment that continually improves the learning experience for every student.
• Act as the first point of contact for day-to-day instructional and classroom challenges.

4. Teaching and Student Learning

• Lead classes and model high-quality teaching aligned with the Equal Start curriculum.
• Ensure lessons are delivered in a child-respecting way according to Equal Start pacing, methodologies, and expectations.
• Monitor student progress across all classes, identifying learning gaps and improvement needs.
• Support teachers in differentiating instruction for mixed-ability and ESL learners.
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of attendance, assessments, and student progress data.
• Ensure student progress data is uploaded weekly to the web and accurately maintained.

5. Curriculum and Program Fidelity

• Ensure full compliance with the Equal Start curriculum framework, lesson structures, and learning materials.
• Ensure consistency in lesson planning, assessment practices, and instructional delivery.
• Support effective and appropriate use of approved learning apps and workbooks.
• Contribute insights and feedback to the Education Admin Team to support curriculum and program improvements.

6. Parent and Community Engagement

• Serve as the primary point of contact for parents regarding discipline and concerns.
• Communicate with parents on learning centre events, holidays, and other activities.
• Conduct parent meetings and handle sensitive discussions professionally and appropriately.
• Visit students’ parents as and when needed.
• Represent the Learning Centre positively within the community.
• Support and oversee field trips and Learning Centre outings.

7. Professional Development and Continuous Improvement

• Participate in training and leadership support sessions.
• Demonstrate a teachable mindset and adaptability to the Equal Start program.
• Model professional growth and continuous learning to the teaching staff.

8. Other Duties

• Greet parents and students to create a welcoming environment for all.
• Undertake additional responsibilities reasonably assigned by the Education Admin Team.

Job Highlights

• Leadership role with meaningful impact on both students and teachers.
• 7 to 8 weeks of paid holidays including term breaks.
• 8 days of annual leave and 14 days of sick leave.
• Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing leadership support.
• Opportunity to grow into broader education leadership roles within Equal Start.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: RM2,200.00 - RM2,400.00 per month

Benefits:

• Opportunities for promotion
• Professional development

Work Location: In person