Ideas International Hiring! Full Time IGCSE Commerce Teacher in Pulau Pinang - Ricebowl

Secondary Commerce Teacher

Job Title: Secondary Commerce Teacher

Department: Academics

Reports to: Head of Studies

Location: Ideas International School Penang

Job Description

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Secondary Commerce Teacher to join our growing

school community. The successful candidate will primarily teach Cambridge IGCSE Business

Studies, Accounting and Economics at Year 10, with the expectation of supporting the cohort

through to Year 11 and their IGCSE examinations. The role also includes Year 9 Commerce,

which provides students with an introduction to all three subject areas.

We are looking for a teacher who can make Commerce engaging, relevant and intellectually

stimulating, helping students understand how businesses, markets, financial information and

economic decisions shape the world around them. The ideal candidate will be able to explain

concepts clearly, connect learning to real-world examples and build students' confidence in

analysis, evaluation and problem-solving.

At Ideas, teachers are encouraged to adopt student-centred approaches to learning, using

discussion, inquiry, case studies, collaborative learning and appropriate use of technology to

deepen understanding. As part of a small and growing school, the successful candidate should

also be flexible and willing to contribute to other secondary subjects or curriculum areas

where appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in Cambridge IGCSE Business Studies, Accounting and

Economics, with primary responsibility for the Year 10 cohort and the expectation of

continuing with students into Year 11 and their IGCSE examinations.

• Teach Year 9 Commerce as an introductory course covering key concepts from Business

Studies, Accounting and Economics.

• Prepare students effectively for Cambridge IGCSE assessment and examinations, including

development of subject-specific knowledge, application, analysis and evaluation skills.

• Use a range of strategies including inquiry-based learning, case studies, collaborative

learning, real-world applications and appropriate use of educational technology.

• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of students with varying abilities, confidence

levels and learning backgrounds.

• Assess, record and report on student progress in accordance with school policies.

• Maintain a positive, focused and inclusive classroom learning environment.Student Support and

Pastoral Care

• Serve as a form tutor and support students' academic and personal development.

• Foster positive relationships with students and promote a culture of respect and

responsibility.

• Support students facing academic or personal challenges.

School Community

• Participate in school activities such as events, extra-curricular programmes and trips.

• Supervise students during breaks, duties and school activities.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support the school's mission and values.

Parent Partnership

• Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress.

• Provide updates on student successes and challenges in a timely manner.

• Support strong partnerships between the school and families.

Professional Development

• Participate actively in professional development sessions.

• Collaborate with colleagues to improve teaching practices and curriculum planning.

• Reflect on teaching practice and engage positively in the school's teacher development

and evaluation processes.

• Keep up to date with relevant developments in Commerce education and the Cambridge

IGCSE Business Studies, Accounting and Economics curricula.

Job Competencies

• Strong subject knowledge across Business Studies, Accounting and Economics.

• Ability to explain commercial, financial and economic concepts clearly.

• Ability to connect subject content to current affairs and real-world contexts.

• Ability to plan structured, engaging and differentiated lessons.

• Strong classroom management and organisational skills.

• Confidence in using technology to support teaching and learning.

• Flexibility and adaptability in teaching different year levels and contributing to other

secondary subjects or curriculum areas where appropriate.

• Ability to work collaboratively within a small and growing school team.Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Economics, Commerce, Education or a related

field.

• Teaching qualification or certification.

• Experience teaching secondary Business Studies, Accounting and/or Economics.

• Experience with Cambridge IGCSE Business Studies, Accounting and Economics is

highly desirable.

• Experience preparing students for external examinations is an advantage.

• Flexibility to teach or support other secondary subjects according to school needs and

individual strengths is an advantage.

Key Attributes

• Passion for teaching and student development.

• Enthusiasm for making Commerce relevant, engaging and connected to the wider world.

• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.

• Commitment to professional growth and continuous improvement.