<p><b>Job Description</b></p><p>ESF is now inviting candidates to register their interest for the following position in advance of our annual recruitment campaign. If you are eager to learn more about any similar opportunities in one of our schools, we recommend that you apply to be kept up to date with the latest openings!</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><p>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. He or she will be a highly competent French speaker, with an accurate command of written French. The ability to teach French Literature would also be an advantage. Previous experience of IBMYP, IGCSE and IB Diploma would be helpful, though this is not essential for an applicant with the right overall skills set.</p><p><b><br /></b></p><p><b>The Role</b></p><ul><li>Planning lessons to meet each student’s individual learning needs and ensure excellent outcomes, in line with our Schemes of Learning;</li><li>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;</li><li>Using a range of well-considered resources, including digital technologies, to enhance learning;</li><li>Maintaining a well organised and stimulating learning environment;</li><li>Assessing students in relation to agreed learning outcomes, and providing clear and constructive feedback to students and their parents, using agreed South Island School reporting systems;</li><li>Working closely with the Languages Faculty on future developments;</li><li>Working as a tutor for a group of students if required, within the Pastoral Learning Curriculum;</li><li>Engaging actively with the Values in Action and Making a Difference extra-curricular programmes.</li></ul><p><b><br /></b></p><p><b>Requirements</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree in Education, or</li><li>Bachelor’s Degree, as well as a PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education), or equivalent</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Our Secondary Schools:</b></p><p><u>Kowloon:<br /></u></p><p><a href="https://www.kgv.edu.hk/" rel="nofollow">King George V School</a></p><p><u>New Territories:</u></p><p><a href="https://shatincollege.edu.hk/" rel="nofollow">Sha Tin College</a></p><p><a href="https://www.rchk.edu.hk/" rel="nofollow">Renaissance College</a></p><p><u>Island:</u></p><p><a href="https://island.edu.hk/" rel="nofollow">Island School</a></p><p><a href="https://www.sis.edu.hk/" rel="nofollow">South Island School </a></p><p><a href="https://www.wis.edu.hk/" rel="nofollow">West Island School </a></p><p><u>Outlying Islands:</u></p><p><a href="https://www.discovery.edu.hk/" rel="nofollow">Discovery College</a></p><p><br /></p><p><i>Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date.</i></p><p><i>By applying for this position, your application may be considered for other opportunities within ESF. </i></p><p><i>ESF is an Equal Opportunities Employer</i></p><p><i>The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunity. 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.</i></p><p><i>Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the ESF&#39;s Personal Data Policy, a copy of which will be provided upon request.</i></p><p><i>Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.</i><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><b>About Us</b></p><p>The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is the largest English-medium international school organisation in Hong Kong. Our 22 schools and comprehensive programme of extra-curricular activities bring out the best in every student through a personalised approach to learning and by inspiring curious minds.</p><p>There are over 18,000 students from 75 different nationalities in ESF kindergartens, primary, secondary and all-through schools. About 70% of our students have parents who are permanent residents of Hong Kong.</p><p>ESF is proud of the high academic and wider achievements of our students. In 2020, 22 ESF students achieved the perfect score of 45 points in the IB Diploma examinations; more than 95% go on to leading universities worldwide.</p><p><br /></p><p><a href="www.esf.edu.hk" rel="nofollow">www.esf.edu.hk</a></p><p><br /></p><p><b>About the Team</b></p><p>The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is a modern, well-managed educational organisation, committed to offering an international education to students drawn from over 70 countries. We are proud to be at the forefront of the educational hub in Hong Kong. We actively take advantage of the opportunities that Hong Kong offers as Asia’s world city and the principal gate-way to China.</p><p>The curriculum, leading to the International Baccalaureate, is adapted to Hong Kong, and the Asia Pacific region. ESF’s 1,100 teachers are highly qualified bringing with them experience from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United States, the UK and many other international school systems. All schools offer a broad range of out-of-school activities in Hong Kong and overseas.</p><p>ESF has over 18,000 students. Our culture is one of joy in learning and pride in achievement. The great majority of our students study for the IB Diploma and gain entry to universities all over the world. ESF has a long-standing commitment to children with individual needs and is the principal provider for English-speaking children with special educational needs in Hong Kong. For further details about ESF, please visit our website at <a href="http://www.esf.edu.hk/" rel="nofollow">http://www.esf.edu.hk/</a>.</p>