Teacher of Chinese - Kennedy School

Kennedy School is looking for an enthusiastic, experienced and exemplary teacher to join us as a Teacher of Chinese, starting August 2023. The position will be a full-time two year teaching contract, renewable by mutual consent.

The main role of the classroom teacher is to maximise student learning and development through planning, preparation and teaching of programmes which meet students’ individual learning needs and achieve specific student outcomes. Teachers teach a range of student abilities and classes and are accountable for effectively delivering their programmes. The classroom teacher engages in critical reflection in order to improve their knowledge and skills to engage students better and improve their learning.

Main Accountabilities

Planning, Teaching and Assessment

• Planning lessons and sequences of lessons to meet student’s individual learning needs and to ensure progression
• Using a range of appropriate strategies for teaching and learning and classroom management
• Using information about prior attainment to set expectations for students
• Using a range of assessment and reporting methods that show student’s achievement in relation to learning outcomes
• Providing clear and constructive feedback to students and their parents and caregivers
• Being a valuable and collaborative member of the Chinese team.

Wider professional roles

• Planning and engaging in professional learning activities that support the school and systematic priorities
• Collaborating with staff and students to highlight and celebrate Chinese culture and language learning with the community.
• Taking responsibility for own professional development and using the outcomes to improve teaching and students’ learning
• Making an active contribution to the policies and aspirations of the school
• Ensuring administration of classroom procedures is completed efficiently
• Collaborating with members of the school community to build a team environment that supports students’ learning
• Involve actively in tasks for student wellbeing

Additional responsibilities may include

• Assisting with or managing an aspect of daily school management
• Contribute to the school extra-curricular programme / broader school activities within the year
• Assisting in the planning, implementation and review of teaching and learning programmes
• Assisting in the development of curriculum policies and programmes
• Contributing to the Foundation-wide professional development programme

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

Desirable Qualities

• Have knowledge and understanding of the Chinese language and culture from a local and global perspective and demonstrate fluency across all aspects of Chinese language learning. 
• Understand the needs of bilingual and multilingual learners and can use strategies to engage them in learning.
• Proven knowledge and skills of innovative pedagogical approaches to language curriculum in the international school context

Closing Date: 31 May 2023 

To apply, please click here.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and offers may be extended before the job closes.

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 based on 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.

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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.

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.

www.esf.edu.hk

About the Team

Kennedy School is part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF), Hong Kong’s largest provider of English-medium international education. ESF’s integrated network of 22 schools and comprehensive programme of after-school activities help to bring out the best in every student through a personalised approach to learning and by inspiring curious minds. 

ESF Kennedy School occupies a pleasant location on the west of Hong Kong Island. It benefits from the use of the swimming and sporting facilities of The University of Hong Kong’s Stanley Ho Sports Centre, which is adjacent to the school. Music, Performing Arts and Physical Education are strengths of the school. A strong interest in environmental and ecological issues is also a theme of the learning.

Kennedy School is a 5-form entry primary school. We follow the IB PYP Curriculum providing outstanding education to 900 students representing a diverse range of nationalities. Kennedy provides a modern liberal international-style education to all of its students. Besides the usual curriculum subject areas, all children receive a daily Chinese lesson (Mandarin).

Standards and expectations at Kennedy School are high. The curriculum offered is aligned to the International Baccalaureate’s Primary Years Programme philosophy and framework. This involves an inquiry-based, investigative style of teaching and learning alongside a balanced delivery of core skills in literacy and numeracy.

The teaching staff are well qualified, experienced and work closely with colleagues within Kennedy School and across other ESF schools. Staff-pupil relationships are excellent and are based on a strong sense of mutual respect. Central to the life of the school, is a positive community spirit and strong partnerships with parents.

http://www.kennedy.edu.hk