Become a UPSR-Style Upper-Primary Tutor in Malaysia
Teach Tahun 5-6 readiness across Bahasa Melayu, English, Matematik and Sains. KSSR-aligned, KPM-friendly, with steady student matches from our Kuala Lumpur team.
Apply to teach- RM40-RM100 / hour
- Part-time · Contract
- Malaysia (nationwide or online)
Pay range
RM40 - RM100 per hour
Actual rate depends on subjects covered, your qualifications and experience (IPG-trained / ex-KPM primary teacher / graduate), and lesson format. Multi-subject upper-primary bundles and ex-KPM teachers sit at the upper end of the range.
Upper-primary tuisyen is still one of the most-requested categories in Malaysia. UPSR itself was retired in 2021 and replaced by school-based Pentaksiran Bilik Darjah (PBD), but families still call it UPSR prep, and they still want the same thing: strong readiness across BM, English, Matematik and Sains, and a confident jump into Tingkatan 1.
Why teach upper-primary with Edustar
- A steady stream of Tahun 5-6 families matched to your subjects, area and preferred school stream (SK, SJK(C) or SJK(T)).
- Competitive per-hour pay in MYR, paid reliably and on time.
- Full flexibility: choose your hours, your students, and in-person or online delivery.
- Clear expectations and friendly tutor support from our Kuala Lumpur team.
- Teach across the full KSSR Tahun 1-6 spectrum. From foundation top-up to Tahun 6 transition prep for secondary school.
The role
What you will do
- Run structured upper-primary revision across Bahasa Melayu, Bahasa Inggeris, Matematik and Sains, aligned to KSSR Tahun 1-6 and the latest KPM standards.
- Diagnose weak areas through diagnostic sets, then build a focused PBD-friendly learning plan for each Tahun 5-6 pupil.
- Conduct timed practice, written drills and oral karangan / speaking practice. Including UPSR-style past-paper sets families still ask for.
- Bridge SK, SJK(C) and SJK(T) pupils into a common standard, and prepare them for the Tingkatan 1 transition (PT3 stream).
- Share clear, honest progress updates with parents after each topic block or PBD checkpoint.
Who we are looking for
- A relevant degree or Pendidikan (teaching) qualification. IPG-trained tutors and ex-KPM primary teachers are strongly preferred.
- Thorough understanding of the KSSR Tahun 1-6 syllabus and Pentaksiran Bilik Darjah (PBD) school-based assessment.
- Comfortable teaching all four core subjects (BM, English, Matematik, Sains) or at least two with strong depth.
- Familiar with SK, SJK(C) and SJK(T) school routines, and the Tahun 6 to Tingkatan 1 transition.
- Minimum 1 year of upper-primary teaching or tutoring experience, with patient, child-friendly delivery.
- Based in Malaysia and eligible to work here, reliable and genuinely good with young learners.
How it works
- Step 01
Apply
Submit your details through our contact form. It takes a few minutes.
- Step 02
Quick screening
Our Kuala Lumpur team reviews your background and reaches out to verify your subjects, school-stream experience and Tahun 5-6 fit.
- Step 03
Get matched
We match you with Tahun 5-6 families near you who need help in your subjects and preferred school stream.
- Step 04
Start teaching
Agree a schedule with the family and begin upper-primary lessons, with our support throughout.
Prefer students near you?
This role is available nationwide. Browse tutor jobs by region.
All locations
Every region and city
East Coast
Mid-tier rates for SPM cores. Higher rates for MUET + STPM where local supply is thin. Islamic-school stream (KAFA / SMAP) common in Kelantan.
East Malaysia
Strong online-first demand due to terrain + thinner in-person tutor supply. International school families in Kuching + KK + Miri push IB/IGCSE rates above peninsular norms.
Johor South
Strong demand across SPM, STPM, IB and IGCSE, with the country's densest concentration of international schools in EduCity.
Klang Valley
High demand across UPSR-style upper-primary readiness, PT3, SPM and STPM, with strong IB and IGCSE volume in international schools.
Northern Peninsular
SPM + MUET (for UUM / USM entry). IGCSE pocket in Sungai Petani. Mid-tier rates.
Penang
Steady demand for primary (Tahun 1-6), SPM and STPM tuition, with rising demand for IGCSE and IB at international schools.
Perak
Consistent demand for upper-primary, SPM and STPM tuition, with rising online lessons for families outside Ipoh.
Southern Peninsular
Klang Valley spillover rates in Seremban. Premium IGCSE rates in Melaka. Steady SPM core demand statewide.
Other subjects you can teach
Qualified in more than one subject or level? Most Edustar tutors apply for more than one role — browse the full list and apply for any you're strong in.
Mathematics Tutor
Tahun 1 to Tingkatan 6 · RM50–RM150/hr
English Tutor
Tahun 1 to Tingkatan 6 · RM50–RM150/hr
Sains Tutor
Tahun 1 to Tingkatan 3 (KSSR + KSSM) · RM50–RM140/hr
Bahasa Cina Tutor
Tahun 1 to Tingkatan 5 (SJK(C) + SMJK) · RM50–RM140/hr
Fizik Tutor
Tingkatan 4 to Tingkatan 6 (SPM + STPM) · RM60–RM170/hr
Kimia Tutor
Tingkatan 4 to Tingkatan 6 (SPM + STPM) · RM60–RM170/hr
Biologi Tutor
Tingkatan 4 to Tingkatan 6 (SPM + STPM) · RM60–RM160/hr
Ekonomi Tutor
Tingkatan 6 (STPM) + Cambridge A-Level · RM70–RM180/hr
MUET / Pre-University English Tutor
Tingkatan 6 / Pre-University · RM60–RM160/hr
SPM Preparation Tutor
Tingkatan 4-5 · RM60–RM160/hr
STPM Preparation Tutor
Tingkatan 6 / Pre-University · RM80–RM200/hr
IB Tutor
IB Diploma Programme · RM80–RM220/hr
IGCSE Tutor
Cambridge / Edexcel IGCSE · RM70–RM200/hr
Chinese Enrichment Tutor
Young learners (SJK(C) and non-vernacular) · RM40–RM110/hr
Frequently asked questions
Isn't UPSR abolished? Is there still demand?
Yes. UPSR was retired in 2021 and replaced by school-based PBD. But families still call this category UPSR prep and still want strong Tahun 5-6 readiness across BM, English, Matematik and Sains before secondary school. Demand is steady.
Do I need to be IPG-trained to tutor upper-primary?
No, but it helps. IPG-trained tutors and ex-KPM primary teachers are preferred and earn at the higher end. Graduates with strong KSSR knowledge and tutoring experience are welcome to apply.
Do I need to teach all four subjects (BM, English, Matematik, Sains)?
Not necessarily. Many tutors cover two or three with real depth. Multi-subject upper-primary tutors are in high demand and sit at the upper end of the pay range.
Can I teach SJK(C) or SJK(T) pupils as well as SK pupils?
Yes. We match by school stream and language comfort. Tell us your strongest stream(s) (SK, SJK(C) or SJK(T)) and we will match you accordingly.
Ready to teach upper-primary?
Apply in a few minutes. Our Kuala Lumpur team will get back to you.