Primary Music Teacher, International Stream

About the French International School 

Established in 1964, the French International School (FIS) is the oldest international school in Hong Kong and was one of the first schools in Hong Kong to offer the IB. It is a dynamic educational institution, which welcomes over 2,700 students from around the world. It offers both French and British-style curricula and is the largest French school in Asia. 

FIS currently operates four campuses, three of which accommodate students in the International Stream. The two primary schools, one surrounded by greenery in Jardine’s Lookout and the other in a brand new campus by the sea in Tseung Kwan O.  This post will be based in Tseung Kwan O and Jardines campuses.

FIS is a private, not-for-profit organization. In the last five decades, it has grown from a small school with 35 students to one of the most renowned international schools in the region. Its students are from 40 countries speaking some 30 languages – it is a truly multicultural learning environment. 

FIS operates two streams, French and International, under an overall Headmaster appointed by the AEFE. The French Stream follows a French curriculum and has approximately 2000 students. The International Stream follows an English and Mathematics curriculum broadly based on the English national curriculum and also IPC/IEYC thematic curriculum leading to IGCSE and then the International Baccalaureate in years 12 and 13. It currently has over 800 students registered. 

For more information about FIS, please refer to www.fis.edu.hk. 

Primary Music Teacher, International Stream Job Outline

Contract Term: Two years renewable from mid-August 2019

An exciting opportunity has arisen as primary music teacher at. We are seeking an inspirational and energetic person to teach in the international primary stream. The successful candidates will have a proven track record of academic success, innovation and development throughout their career.

This is an opportunity for candidates to help the head of primary to shape and mould the future of the primary school.

We are seeking teachers who will:

∙    Have a deep knowledge of international curriculum innovation especially primary school best practice.  Knowledge of IPC/IEYC would be an advantage

Be well qualified with an internationally accepted degree and teaching qualification.

∙    Be a dynamic, forward-looking professional with the experience and skills to contribute to the primary school; 

∙    Be an outstanding teacher who is passionate about learning and teaching and sets high expectations for every student; 

∙    Be able to work collaboratively with a team of teachers

∙    Be internationally-minded and culturally sensitive; 

∙    Be committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement;  

∙    Have experiences/knowledge of bilingual teaching and learning;

∙    Have some basic knowledge of French would be an advantage;  

We will provide:

A competitive compensation package including cash allowance and gratuity

International worldwide medical cover

Subsidised education for children at French International School

Opportunities for ongoing professional development

A professionally stimulating and supportive working environment

The chance to work in a culturally diverse context.

Please send a CV and a covering letter, with a recent photograph to recruit2019@lfis.edu.hk.  Please send your application by 25 Jan 2019. Early applications are recommended as the School reserves the right to make an appointment before the deadline should a suitable candidate present him or herself.  Address your application to Mr Ian Clayton, head of the international stream.  Interviews will take place in person in Hong Kong or via Skype call.