Teacher of English (May - June 2026) – South Island School at ESF Career Site-External

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Teaching, English Literature, Classroom Management, Lesson Planning, Student Assessment, Feedback, Team Collaboration, Educational Development, Digital Technologies, Pastoral Care, Extra-Curricular Engagement, IBMYP, IGCSE, IB Diploma, Open-Mindedness, Flexibility

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Teacher of English (Temporary Cover 11th May - 19th June 2026) – South Island School School Key Responsibilities South Island School seeks to appoint an outstanding teacher to work within the English Faculty. The successful applicant will be a highly skilled teacher, with the ability to motivate, inspire and engage with students in creative and innovative ways, both within and outside the classroom – with the overall goal of ensuring excellent educational outcomes for our students. Previous experience of IBMYP, IGCSE and/or IB Diploma English would be helpful, though this is not essential for an applicant with the right overall skills set. The successful applicant may be asked to assist with a tutor group, as well as contributing to the extra-curricular life of the school. Please note that this role is only open to applicants who will be Hong Kong residents or have a Hong Kong working visa by the time the role starts. Completion of the Hong Kong teacher registration process will also be required if this has not been already completed. The Role Teachers at SIS are expected to be committed and flexible. Regular duties include: Planning lessons to meet each student’s individual learning needs and ensure excellent outcomes, in line with our schemes of learning; Using a range of appropriate strategies for positive classroom management, including the use of flexible groupings and structured inquiry, in line with the IBO philosophy; Enhancing learning through a range of well-considered resources, including digital technologies; Maintaining a well organised and stimulating learning environment; Assessing students in relation to agreed learning outcomes; Providing clear and constructive feedback to students and their parents, inline with South Island School reporting systems; Working closely with the English faculty on future developments and shared planning; Working as a tutor for a group of students, within the Pastoral Learning Curriculum; Engaging actively with the Making a Difference, Values in Action and Expanding Horizons extra-curricular programmes. The successful applicant should: Have the confidence to teach English to students of different ages and with differing levels of expertise; Demonstrate a high level of knowledge and understanding relating to all aspects of teaching English Literature and Language; Have an open minded and flexible approach to teaching and learning, showing a desire to develop professional knowledge and skills; Have the ability to work as part of a team and the willingness to help develop learning programmes in collaboration with the English faculty as a whole; Have an awareness of current educational developments in English education worldwide. For more information about South Island School, please click HERE. Requirements ● Bachelor’s Degree in English Literature, or a related field (e.g. Media/Journalism) or in Education ● Bachelor’s Degree, as well as a PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education), or equivalent Further Information Further information can be found in the following locations: South Island School website: https://www.sis.edu.hk English Schools Foundation website: https://www.esf.edu.hk/ Please email the Principal’s PA, Ms Zin Mogg, if you have any questions: zmogg@sis.edu.hk Thank you again for your interest in this role. Closing Date: By 8am Hong Kong Time on Thursday 25th December 2025 NB: We will be interviewing strong applicants prior to the closing date and reserve the right to make an early appointment ahead of the deadline. Therefore, an early application is strongly advised. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date. 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. SecondaryTeacher SecondaryTeacherEnglish

Responsibilities

The teacher will plan lessons tailored to individual student needs and maintain a positive classroom environment. They will also assess students, provide feedback, and contribute to the English faculty's collaborative efforts.