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Dalat International School

School Overview

Dalat is a biblically-based, Christ-following day and boarding school located on the island of Penang off the west coast of Malaysia. Started as a school for missionary children, Dalat has grown to meet the needs of both missionary and business expatriate families in Southeast Asia as well as local Malaysian families. The school has been providing quality education for over 86 years. In order for the school to maintain low tuition fees, staff are offered a modest salary and benefits contract that is similar to that of missionaries. Staff answer God’s calling on their lives to cross-cultural ministry in this unique, dynamic environment.

School History

Dalat School was founded in 1929 as a private Christian boarding school to provide a North American elementary and high school education for children of C&MA missionaries in Indo-China. Because of war conditions in 1965, the school moved from its original location in Dalat, Vietnam, to a temporary location in Bangkok, Thailand.

Eight months later, the school relocated to the Cameron Highlands of Malaysia where it remained for six years. In June 1971, Dalat moved to its present location in Penang, Malaysia where it became established as Dalat International School in 2002.

It is a pleasure for me to reflect on God’s faithfulness to Dalat School. Ask any teacher what makes Dalat special and they will say it is the students. Ask any student what makes Dalat special and they will say it is the friends that they make and the fun they have with them. Ask any parent what makes Dalat special and they will say it provides a quality education in a safe environment. Positive togetherness, moments of camaraderie and satisfying relationships are the hallmarks of a Dalat education.

Memories given by Ruth Kelck, a staff member who retired in September, 2002, after teaching at Dalat for 43 years.

Benefits

Dalat International School offers expatriate staff a modest salary, including housing benefits, which is enough to live locally. Medical insurance and flights to and from the home country at the beginning and end of the contract are also provided.

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  • 26 days ago

    High School Principal

    Dalat International School - Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia
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    Dalat is seeking an experienced principal for the high school division. The ideal candidate will provide educational leadership, foster a vibrant and supportive school culture, and work collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team to guide students and staff toward excellence. The high school at Dalat is known for its meaningful relationships, academics, and intentional preparation for life beyond graduation. The successful candidate will demonstrate a passion for mentoring both teachers ...

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