Freelance Instructor (Cantonese Opera) at Hong Kong Metropolitan University

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Sep, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cantonese Opera, Teaching, Workshop Facilitation, Cultural Literacy, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills

Industry

Description

Founded in 1989, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We tailor our professional programmes to adapt to market trends and meet industry needs, thus providing our students with quality professional education and clear career paths. Being the first University of Applied Sciences (UAS) in Hong Kong, we pledge to play a pioneering role in enhancing recognition of vocational and professional education and training, and nurturing talents with both applied skills and knowledge. As a faculty-driven, student-centred university in support of innovative teaching and learning, strategic research, and stakeholder outreach to provide maximum benefit to our communities, we conduct research that advances knowledge and enhances teaching, focusing on strategic areas, including digital humanities and literature, international business, gerontechnology, personalised care, smart city, open and innovative education, and bilingual learning and teaching. HKMU is becoming an ever more vital link in addressing and helping Hong Kong to solve many difficult challenges – as part of our involvement in, and commitment to, the ‘metropolis’ of Hong Kong. Our plans to expand into the Greater Bay Area (GBA) will also cultivate talent to serve Hong Kong and the wider metropolitan GBA. For more information about the University, please visit https://www.hkmu.edu.hk We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the School of Arts and Social Sciences: Major Duties and Responsibilities The Instructor of Cantonese Opera will be responsible for teaching short classes of Cantonese opera to students at various elementary and secondary schools. Duties include conducting Cantonese opera workshops at different schools, instructing students about the art of Cantonese opera, and fostering an appreciation for this traditional performing art. The position requires a solid foundation in Cantonese opera and a strong passion for education. The objectives of such short classes are: · Develop and design Cantonese opera courses, including the creation of appropriate teaching content and methods. · Instruct students in the techniques and knowledge of Cantonese opera, while fostering their cultural literacy. Candidates Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence: · The applicant should have a specialization in Cantonese opera performance; · Applicants should have at least 5 years of experience teaching Cantonese opera-related courses/ classes/ workshops; · Experience working with students in an educational or community setting is highly desirable; · Strong interpersonal and communication skills at a high level; · The successful candidates will be required to undergo Sexual Conviction Record Check (SCRC). Terms and Conditions for Appointment A successful candidate will be appointed as a freelancer for Ina Ho Cantonese Opera Research on a one-year contract, with the possibility of renewal based on good performance and mutual agreement. Benefits will be provided in accordance with the statutory provisions. To Apply Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System. Closing date of application: 25 September 2025 The personal data collected will be used for the purpose of considering your application for employment. For details, please refer to the “Personal Data (Privacy) Notice for Job Applicant” on the University’s website. If you are not contacted by the University within eight weeks from the closing date of application, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

Responsibilities

The Instructor of Cantonese Opera will teach short classes to students at various elementary and secondary schools. Responsibilities include conducting workshops and fostering an appreciation for this traditional performing art.