Head of Drama

Island School is a highly successful IB school located in the heart of Hong Kong. 1200 students aged 11 to 18 study our innovative and exciting curriculum combining our own self-designed courses, the MYP, IGCSE, IB Diploma and BTEC programs. Currently based in temporary facilities in Sha Tin until September 2022 we will be returning to a brand new campus on Borrett Road designed to suit our curriculum. Here, facilities will include a world-class sports centre, maker spaces, open classrooms and a black box theatre.

We are looking to appoint a full-time Head of Drama to start August 2021. This role will come with a TLR 3.

The drama department is a very successful member of the creative arts faculty. All students study drama in Y7 & 8 within the MYP framework before moving to a very popular optional subject in year 9, or our Elements program - mixed-age skills-based courses that are designed by the school. In year 10 & 11 students have the option of taking drama at IGCSE and then the IBDP and BTEC courses in year 12 & 13. 

The Creative Arts faculty comprises the Drama, Music, Art and Film departments. The faculty enjoys a positive and collaborative working environment with excellent examination results and a number of combined whole-school performances organised by the faculty. Recent performances have included Ill-Met By Moonlight (a promenade Shakespearean experience), His Dark Materials, Shockheaded Peter, and more.

We operate a 1 to 1 laptop program throughout the school and all teachers should be committed to making the most of these resources in the teaching of their subjects. Online learning, blended learning, and flipped learning styles are also promoted throughout the school and teachers are expected to promote these practices.

As the head of department, the successful candidate will oversee the running and development of the subject, working within a team of 3 to develop the course. 

The successful candidate will have:

A relevant Bachelor degree and postgraduate teaching qualification in a related drama/theatre area

• 2+ years teaching experience 
• Excellent communication skills and be able to work effectively as part of a team within an expanding department
• The ability to realize the potential of students of all learning needs
• The desire to embrace faculty-wide professional development and alternative curriculum models in the arts 
• A commitment to the extra-curricular life of the school

Full job description is available HERE .  Please visit OUR WEBSITE  to learn more about the Island School.

Closing Date: Thursday, 13 May 2021

For enquiries, please contact Hilary Hu at +852 2524-7135 or school@online.island.edu.hk.

Teaching in Hong Kong

We offer a very attractive salary and benefits package to ensure that ESF recruits and retains the highest calibre teachers. Our teachers need well-developed information and communication technology skills and will be expected to play a full role in pastoral work as well as to be totally committed to supporting the extra-curricular activities offered by their school.

Terms and conditions of an ESF primary / secondary teacher for the 2020-21 school year are here.

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 within ESF. 

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About Us

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.

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.

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.

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About the Team

At Island School we do something different. Our focus is on igniting a passion for learning in every student. Teaching students facts and figures is no longer enough for them to succeed once they enter higher education and the workforce. We encourage students to problem solve, question and think creatively with new concepts and ideas. Students are encouraged to become resourceful, adaptable and confident learners.

Our academic record is excellent with students going on to many of the foremost universities and colleges in the world. You will find details of the curriculum and qualifications on offer on our website. In the senior years students can choose to study IB Diploma, IB Careers and BTEC courses. Island School prepares students for these qualifications with a broad-based middle school curriculum including IGCSEs and a wide range of exciting options in our unique Futures curriculum. Our aim is to help students develop a passion for learning in a range of areas, whether it be law or robotics and coding or music production.

http://island.edu.hk