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Senior Sales Manager

Marriott International
Full-Time

The Senior Sales Manager is responsible for managing local social catering opportunities and achieving catering sales revenue goals. This role involves supervising Catering Sales associates, contracting and closing catering business, and collaborating with various departments to ensure successful event execution.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

Sales Manager,Proactive-Sheraton Johor Bahru

Marriott International
Full-Time

The Sales Manager at Sheraton Johor Bahru is responsible for proactively soliciting and managing group and catering business opportunities to maximize revenue. This role involves achieving revenue goals while ensuring timely business turnover and driving customer loyalty through excellent service.

Johor
Undisclosed

Sales Manager - Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Marriott International
Full-Time

The Sales Manager at Sheraton Kota Kinabalu is responsible for generating and managing sales opportunities and building long-term customer relationships. The role involves leading sales activities, collaborating with sales channels, and supporting service delivery to achieve sales objectives.

Sabah
Undisclosed

Pastry Chef

Marriott International
Full-Time

The Pastry Chef role involves leading and managing a pastry culinary team to prepare quality pastries while maintaining operating budgets and ensuring compliance with sanitation and food standards. This position includes supervising employees, improving guest and employee satisfaction, and overseeing daily operations related to food preparation and policy adherence.

Selangor
Undisclosed

Senior Lecturer - Radiology

Taylor's College
Full-Time

The Senior Lecturer in Radiology is responsible for teaching, research, and administrative duties within their department. This role requires delivering teaching activities, contributing to curriculum development, conducting research projects, and participating in administrative functions. The position requires a Master's degree in Radiology and relevant teaching experience, with preference given to candidates holding a PhD.

Selangor
Undisclosed

JAWATAN KOSONG PEGAWAI PENILAI (TOURIST GUIDING (CITY GUIDING))

Seg International Bhd
Full-Time

The role of Tourist Guide Evaluator in City Guiding involves assessing trainees' performance to ensure they meet set standards. The position includes preparing and updating lesson plans and teaching materials, maintaining records of attendance and progress, and supporting the implementation of training programs according to guidelines.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

Analyst, Customer Technical Training (Fresh Graduate - 2026 Intake)

Dell Technologies
Full-Time

The Customer/Technical Training Analyst at Dell Technologies supports the coordination and execution of external training events, webinars, and workshops for customers and partners. The role involves collaborating with business and subject matter experts to deliver effective training and solutions while using judgment and problem-solving skills.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

Associate Professor, Biomedical Science (Digital Health / Bioinformatics)

Taylor's College
Full-Time

The Associate Professor position in Biomedical Science focuses on digital health and bioinformatics. The role involves teaching, research, and academic leadership within these specialized fields.

Selangor
Undisclosed

Public Area Supervisor - Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Marriott International
Full-Time

The Public Area Supervisor at Sheraton Kota Kinabalu is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and condition standards of assigned areas. The role involves supervising housekeeping tasks, addressing maintenance issues, coordinating repairs, and supporting management with employee-related activities while ensuring compliance with safety policies and professional standards.

Sabah
Undisclosed

F&B and Event Service Expert (F&B Attendant)

Marriott International
Full-Time

The F&B and Event Service Expert (F&B Attendant) is responsible for delivering a guest experience that goes beyond serving food and drinks. This role includes setting tables, interacting with guests, communicating with the kitchen, maintaining cleanliness, and adhering to safety standards and company policies. Physical activity is required to ensure guest satisfaction and smooth operations.

Penang
Undisclosed

Internship Digital Curriculum Intern

SOLS Foundation
Internship

This internship role involves creating engaging digital learning materials aimed at supporting underserved communities. The position offers hands-on experience in digital curriculum design and an opportunity to contribute to impactful educational projects.

Kuala Lumpur
MYR 600

Curriculum Support Teacher

Taylor's College
Full-Time

The Curriculum Support Teacher at Taylor's International School provides specialized support for students with additional needs to help them succeed in an inclusive educational setting. The role involves delivering targeted interventions and assisting in differentiated teaching under the guidance of the Head of Curriculum Support.

Selangor
Undisclosed

By SuperJobs Career Team · Updated May 2026

About Education Jobs in Malaysia

Education is one of Malaysia's largest employment sectors, covering teaching at primary and secondary schools, lecturing at universities and colleges, corporate training, early childhood education, and ed-tech. The sector is divided between the government system (Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia) and a substantial private education market that includes international schools, private colleges, and universities.

Key employers in private education include Taylor's University, HELP University, Sunway University, INTI International University, Monash University Malaysia, and a large network of international and independent schools. The tuition centre industry is also significant, with national chains like Kumon, Brain Train, and Education@SS operating hundreds of centres nationwide.

Malaysia's aspiration to be a regional education hub — attracting 200,000 international students annually — continues to fuel university hiring. The Ministry of Education's curriculum reform initiatives and the rollout of digital learning platforms have also created demand for instructional designers, e-learning developers, and educational technology specialists alongside traditional teaching roles.

Salary & Hiring Trends in Education

Government school teachers earn according to the national salary scale, starting at approximately RM 2,800 – RM 3,500/month with structured annual increments. Private school teachers earn RM 2,500 – RM 5,000/month, with international schools paying the highest rates, sometimes reaching RM 8,000–12,000/month for experienced teachers with international curricula expertise.

University lecturers at private institutions start at RM 3,500 – RM 5,500/month, with senior lecturers and associate professors earning RM 6,000–10,000/month. Corporate trainers with specialist certification (L&D, facilitation, coaching) earn RM 4,000–8,000/month. Ed-tech roles (instructional design, LMS administration, online course development) are the fastest-growing sub-sector in education employment.

Top Education Roles in Malaysia

Secondary / Primary School Teacher

Teaching core or specialist subjects at government or private schools — among Malaysia's most stable and socially valued careers.

University / College Lecturer

Delivering undergraduate or postgraduate programmes at private universities and colleges across Malaysia.

International School Teacher

Teaching IB, Cambridge A-Level, or American curricula at international schools catering to expatriate and local premium-market students.

Corporate Trainer / L&D Manager

Designs and delivers professional development programmes for corporate clients — leadership, technical, and soft-skills training.

Early Childhood Educator

Provides structured early learning experiences at kindergartens and nurseries, particularly in demand in urban areas.

Instructional Designer / E-Learning Developer

Creates digital learning content, online courses, and LMS-based programmes for universities and corporate L&D teams.

How to Land an Education Job in Malaysia

  1. 1

    Search SuperJobs by role ("teacher", "lecturer", "corporate trainer", "instructional designer") or browse the Education industry page.

  2. 2

    Ensure your teaching credentials are in order: Diploma Pendidikan or KPLI for government school teaching; a relevant Master's degree for university lecturing positions.

  3. 3

    For international school roles, highlight your experience with international curricula (IB, Cambridge, AP) and any English-language certifications (IELTS, Cambridge TKT, CELTA).

  4. 4

    Apply through SuperJobs with a CV that includes your subject specialisation, educational philosophy, and any measurable student outcomes or programme improvements you have achieved.

  5. 5

    Prepare for demo lessons or teaching assessments — most schools and universities require candidates to deliver a sample lesson or lecture as part of the selection process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of education jobs are available in Malaysia?
Education jobs in Malaysia include primary and secondary school teachers, university and college lecturers, international school teachers, early childhood educators (kindergarten, nursery), tuition teachers, corporate trainers, learning and development (L&D) managers, instructional designers, e-learning developers, education coordinators, academic advisors, and school administrators. Both government and private sector positions are available across all education levels.
What is the salary range for education jobs in Malaysia?
Government school teachers earn RM 2,800–5,500/month on the national pay scale. Private school teachers earn RM 2,500–5,000/month. International school teachers earn RM 4,000–12,000/month depending on curriculum and experience. Private university lecturers earn RM 3,500–10,000/month. Corporate trainers earn RM 4,000–8,000/month. Experienced L&D directors at large corporations can earn RM 10,000–18,000/month.
What qualifications are needed for education jobs in Malaysia?
Government school teaching requires a Diploma Pendidikan or KPLI teaching qualification and SPM/STPM passes in relevant subjects. Private school teaching typically requires a degree and a teaching qualification. University lecturing requires a minimum Master's degree (PhD preferred for senior lecturer and above). Corporate trainers benefit from certifications in training and facilitation (HRDC TTT certification, ICF coaching credential, ATD membership). For international schools, Cambridge TKT, CELTA, or equivalent is advantageous.
Which institutions hire the most education professionals in Malaysia?
The Ministry of Education Malaysia (KPM) is the single largest employer of teachers through government schools nationwide. Major private university employers include Taylor's University, Sunway University, HELP University, SEGi University, INTI International, and Monash University Malaysia. International school networks (Nexus International, ISKL, Garden International) are premium hirers. Tuition chains (Kumon, Zen Achiever, MindChamps), corporate training providers, and ed-tech companies round out the landscape.
How do I apply for education jobs on SuperJobs?
Search "education jobs in Malaysia" on SuperJobs or filter by the Education industry. Include your teaching qualifications, subject specialisations, curriculum experience, and HRDC certification status in your profile. Apply directly to relevant roles. For government school teaching positions, note that the official application channel is through the Sistem Perjawatan Awam (SPA) portal rather than commercial job portals.