Learning Diversity (Learning Support) Teacher -Peak School at ESF Career Site-External

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Learning Support, Individualised Education Plans, Student Assessment, Intervention Programs, Professional Development, Inclusive Education Practices, Differentiated Instruction, Collaboration, Team Leadership, Communication, External Specialist Coordination, Family Support, Workshops Facilitation, Learning Enhancement Policies, Assessment Tools, Training

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Our goal is to employ staff who are confident and comfortable supporting children with diverse needs and are clearly passionate about supporting our young learners. Main Accountabilities Student Support & Assessment Conduct comprehensive learning assessments and create individualised education plans (IEPs) for students with diverse learning needs Monitor student progress and adjust support strategies as needed Coordinate and implement intervention programs across different phases of learning Maintain detailed records of student assessments, interventions, and outcomes Provide professional development and training to teaching staff on inclusive education practices Support teachers in differentiating instruction and implementing accommodations Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to integrate learning support strategies Lead a team of Educational Assistants that support meeting the needs of students with differing learning needs Wider professional roles Build and maintain relationships with external specialists, therapists, and educational psychologists Coordinate referrals to appropriate external services and specialists Facilitate communication between school, families, and external professionals Stay current with local Hong Kong referral systems and available support services Develop and implement school-wide learning enhancement policies and procedures Conduct or support teacher meetings with parents/guardians to discuss student progress and support strategies Provide guidance and resources to families on supporting their children's learning needs Facilitate workshops for parents on topics related to learning differences and support strategies Requirements Essential Criteria: Qualified teacher status Bachelor's degree in Education, Special Education, Psychology, or related field Minimum 5 years of teaching experience. Experience in learning support, special education, or a similar role is desirable but not essential Demonstrated experience in conducting assessments and developing individualised support plans Desirable Criteria: Master's degree in Special Education, Educational Psychology, or related field Professional certification in learning support or special education Knowledge of Hong Kong's local referral systems and support services Experience with specific learning assessment tools Experience in leading staff training and professional development Other Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Education, or Bachelor's Degree in any subjects with PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education), or equivalent Relevant teaching experience within a recognised educational organisation Interested candidates, please complete the online application form via ESF website. Please do not send CVs or letters of application directly to the school. For any questions, please email the school at maria.brusuelas@peakschool.edu.hk. By applying for this position, your application may be considered for other opportunities (senior-level roles, head of department, etc.) within ESF. ESF is an Equal Opportunities Employer The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunities. ESF will not discriminate on the basis of age, race, colour, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, religion, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, creed, citizenship or any other status protected by local laws or regulations. Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the ESF's Personal Data Policy, a copy of which will be provided upon request. ESF is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of all students in our care and expects all applicants to uphold this commitment. We adhere to rigorous recruitment practices, with all appointments contingent upon an interview, identity verification, criminal background checks (including ICPC, SCRC, and other international background checks as appropriate), assessment of social media presence, and positive references. In accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025 guidelines, ESF may perform online checks for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview. PrimaryTeacherMainscale PrimaryTeacher PrimaryTeacherLearningSupport

Responsibilities

The Learning Diversity Teacher will conduct comprehensive assessments and create individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs. They will also provide professional development to staff and collaborate with stakeholders to implement effective learning support strategies.