Malaysia to deploy 5,845 new teachers in August

Malaysia's Ministry of Education (KPM) is set to appoint an additional 5,845 new teachers in August. These educators will be drawn from graduates of the Bachelor of Teaching Degree Program (PISMP) and will be placed in schools nationwide.

As of June 10, KPM had already appointed 8,042 new teachers. The recruitment process considers job vacancies and the specific subject requirements in KPM schools. Teachers are appointed from graduates of the Gaya Teacher Education Institute (IPGM), public universities, private universities, and overseas institutions based on current needs.

Fadhlina Sidek, the Minister of Education, stated in a written parliamentary reply that graduates meeting the appointment criteria, subject requirements, and successfully passing interviews will be offered positions by the Education Service Commission (SPP), the appointing authority.

To address the issue of unemployed education graduates, KPM implements a twice-yearly recruitment drive. This approach aims to provide education graduates with opportunities for appointment within a shorter period after graduation. Graduates whose senate results are finalized can apply through the mySPP portal, which remains open year-round.

The ministry affirmed its commitment to continuously enhance the new teacher appointment process. This involves strengthening synergy and close cooperation with the SPP and central agencies to effectively manage teacher shortages across the country.