Discover the rewards of overseas teaching at Forest City International School (FCIS), located in the vibrant coastal city of Johor Bahru, Malaysia—often called the backyard of Southeast Asia. Established in 2018, FCIS is a boarding school that offers students aged 3 to 18 a personalized, holistic education within a rigorous academic structure and an international learning environment. Its mission is to nurture innovative, responsible individuals equipped with strong intercultural communication skills.
Strategically positioned just two kilometers across the water from Singapore, FCIS is a convenient hub for international families. It is a 40-minute drive from both Senai International Airport and Singapore’s renowned Changi Airport, ensuring easy access for educators and students from across the globe.
Purpose-built for excellence in holistic education, the FCIS campus is designed to support a wide range of student growth opportunities. Facilities include smart classrooms equipped for 21st-century learning, state-of-the-art science laboratories, a STEM Innovation Center, separate libraries for primary and secondary students, and a dedicated culinary and baking classroom. The school also boasts an 850-seat theatre for performing arts.
Athletics and physical education are equally well supported. Students have access to an Olympic-sized outdoor swimming pool, an indoor golf practice hall featuring AI-powered training technology, a top 100 internationally recognized golf range, a professional-grade fitness center, various multi-sport courts, and a regulation-size soccer field. These outstanding resources enable students to explore their academic interests while pursuing personal passions across sports, the arts, and beyond.
FCIS highlights on its website that its comprehensive co-curricular program is designed “to ensure that every student finds activities that resonate with their interests and passions…An extensive selection of weekend and after-school activities are meticulously curated to cater to a diverse range of preferences…in sports, arts, academic enrichment, or social events.” Indeed, there is something for everyone.
Student housing is thoughtfully designed for comfort and community. Dormitories accommodate two to four students and include a living room, study area, bedrooms, and two private bathrooms. Common spaces feature a screening room, lounge, terrace, and additional study areas, all supported by comprehensive monitoring systems to ensure student safety.
FCIS is fully accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. It offers the Reggio Emilia approach in the early years, followed by the U.S. Common Core curriculum and a range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses. The student body includes more than 170 learners from 15 different nationalities. Approximately 12% of students and 42% of faculty are Malaysian.
The school welcomes certified educators from diverse backgrounds and is open to hiring newly certified teachers, teaching couples (including those with a non-teaching partner), and interns with a passion for international education. Teachers are not required to hold a degree in the specific subject they teach, and there is no age limit for securing a work visa under Malaysian regulations.
In addition to a tax-free salary, FCIS offers a generous overseas employment package that includes relocation and housing allowances (plus utilities), annual airfare, full tuition for teachers’ children, global health insurance, and opportunities for professional development.
To explore teaching opportunities at Forest City International School, educators can visit the school’s profile on the Search Associates platform. New candidates may apply for membership by clicking here. Registered candidates can access the school profile directly through their dashboard.
Please note: The information presented about this school was accurate at the time of publication. For the most current details, refer to the school's Search Associates profile.
