Teacher of Expressive Arts (With Wider Responsibilities) - Clearwater Bay School

Clearwater Bay School is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School serving the Sai Kung, Clearwater Bay and Tseung Kwan O communities in the Eastern New Territories of Hong Kong. Through the IB Primary Years Programme, we offer a world class international primary education to 720 students in years 1-6 that develops students’ creativity, confidence and willingness to achieve their personal best. 

Clearwater Bay School is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified teacher who can contribute to the Expressive Arts programme (Dance, Drama, Music) and would also have the skills and motivation to make a contribution to the wider curriculum through teaching in another area. 

This is a new role in the school that will have expressive arts at the core. We are seeking motivated practitioners who can broaden program offerings and opportunities for students. Desirable areas of wider skills / experience include Individual Needs / Learning Enhancement, Language (e.g. Librarian Experience) or Visual Arts. Interested candidates should state their areas of wider interest as part of their application. 

This position is offered as a full time two-year contract, renewable by mutual consent. See ESF Terms and Conditions for further details of the package.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Lead Teacher for Expressive Arts and other colleagues to develop and deliver an Expressive Arts programme across the school (Y1-Y6) to incorporate Music, Dance, Drama and Performance
• Teach dance / drama / music and other expressive arts skills across the school to classes, individuals and groups. 
• Support Arts performances within the school and across the ESF Foundation
• Support the school’s assembly programme
• Support the extra-curricular programme linked to Expressive Arts
• Collaborate with all teachers to ensure the Expressive Arts programme has authentic links across the PYP programme of Inquiry
• Work closely with the Lead Teacher Expressive Arts to promote, enhance and develop Expressive Arts across the school
• Be responsible for areas of the School Development Plan related to Expressive Arts
• Contribute to a dynamic, consistent and school wide approach to the arts through the IB Primary Years Programme.

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Education, or
• Bachelor Degree in any subjects with PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education), or equivalent
• Relevant teaching experience within a recognised educational organisation

How to Apply

For interested candidates, please complete an online application form via the ESF Recruitment website. Please do not send CVs or letters of application directly to the school.

We look forward to hearing from you. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the school.

Closing Date: 23 March 2023

To apply, please click 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

ESF Clearwater Bay School values create a safe, welcoming learning environment that fosters care, respect and intercultural understanding. We support and celebrate the rich cultural diversity of students and families who come from more than 35 different nationalities and cultural backgrounds. Our core values of ‘Do your best’ ‘Respect’ and ‘Make a difference’ are the foundation of school life.  

Through the IB Primary Years Programme, we offer an engaging, challenging inquiry programme that develops students’ creativity, confidence and belief in their ability to achieve their personal best. High standards of academic achievement combined with a strong emphasis on the arts, physical education and wellbeing provides students with a comprehensive, well rounded curriculum. Specialist Chinese, physical education, ICT, music and library programmes are also taught.

An extensive co-curricular programme provides opportunities for students to participate in a range of arts, sports and special interest activities.

https://cwbs.edu.hk/