Teacher of Chinese Language Acquisition - Discovery College

Discovery College is looking for an experienced educator to fill the position of Teacher of Chinese Language Acquisition to start in August 2025.

Job Summary

This role will predominantly involve teaching in the Primary Years Programme (PYP) with teaching responsibilities within the Middle Years Programme also expected. The main role of the classroom teacher is to maximise student learning and development through the planning, preparation and teaching of the curriculum to meet students’ individual learning needs and achieve specific student outcomes. Teachers teach a range of student abilities and classes and are accountable for the effective delivery of their curriculum. The classroom teacher engages in critical reflection in order to improve their knowledge and skills to better engage students and improve their learning.

Main Accountabilities

• Use own professional role to ensure that the College is able to deliver on the 5 DC Outcomes for every student
• Plan lessons and sequences of lessons to meet students’ individual learning needs and to ensure students’ progression
• Use a range of appropriate strategies for teaching and learning and classroom management
• Use flexible groupings and structured inquiry to deliver high quality lessons in line with the IBO philosophy
• Maintain a well organised and stimulating learning environment
• Use learning technologies to enhance learning
• Use information about prior attainment to set expectations for students
• Use a range of assessment and reporting methods that make students’ achievement visible in relation to learning outcomes
• Provide clear and constructive feedback to students and their parents and caregivers
• Plan and engage in professional learning activities that support College and systemic priorities
• Take responsibility for own professional development and use the outcomes to improve teaching and students’ learning
• Make an active contribution to the policies and aspirations of the College
• Ensure administration of classroom procedures is completed efficiently
• Collaborate positively with members of the school community to build a team environment that supports students’ learning
• Participate in Quality Assurance and School Improvement in order to ensure high standards of professional practice and student outcomes
• Utilise the Professional Reflection and Development process to ensure own professional development and support for organisational priorities
• Contribute to the wider life of the College including through the co-curricular programme and offsite activities
• Support the academic, pastoral and co-curricular work of the school
• As required as a Class Teacher or Learning Advisor, provide care and support for students to ensure all students make excellent progress and have the opportunity to flourish
• Perform other duties which may reasonably be assigned from time to time by the Principal or his/her delegate.

Requirements

Core Capabilities/ Competencies Required

• Adaptability
• Analysis/problem solving
• Collaboration
• Communication
• Teamwork

Minimum Typical Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, or Bachelor's Degree in any subjects with PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education), or equivalent

Minimum Typical Experience

• An understanding of the IB and the key underpinnings of the curriculum frameworks is essential

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For enquiries, please contact Rashmi Tandon at tandor1@dc.edu.hk.

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.

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. 

www.esf.edu.hk

About the Team

Grow. Discover. Dream. This vision statement, created by the College community when the school was founded in 2007, recognizes Discovery College’s belief that students should be independent, critical and creative thinkers equipped with the skills, attitudes and values to contribute positively in this complex world in which we live.

The College strongly supports all subject areas with a robust academic curriculum, including the performing and creative arts, design and ICT. Technology is embedded across the curriculum, supported by a number of digital literacy staff and a 1:1 laptop programme from Year 6 onwards.

The College’s facilities are second to none, with an award-winning design that incorporates an exceptional performing arts centre, gymnasium spaces, 25m rooftop heated swimming pool, library, science labs and design technology rooms.

www.discovery.edu.hk