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Renaissance College is a leading educational organisation. Teachers in the Physical Education (PE) team are expected to exemplify excellent professional practice, which leads to high standards of learning and teaching in connection with the curriculum. Teachers are also expected to support the wellbeing and co-curricular work of the school and be reliable in exercising their daily responsibilities. PE teachers embrace learning diversity by modelling, advocating for, and nurturing high expectations for learning among students in their care. Within the PE teaching team, PE teachers collaborate with a team of three educators (including themselves) and an educational assistant as well as Secondary PHE teaching colleagues. PE Teachers must also be skilled at collaborating with other single-subject teachers from across the school as well as members of the Learning Enhancement Team (LET) to live our vision, mission, and Bedrock Principles.
Working as part of a team under the guidance and direction of the Head of PHE, the Primary PE coordinator, and Vice-Principal (Learning & Teaching), the teacher is expected to fulfill the following roles:
- Guided by the curriculum, provide learning experiences for every student corresponding to their needs, abilities, and stage of development, by teaching a programme that gives each student the opportunity to experience success, and which challenges each student to achieve their full potential;
- Collaborate with fellow Early Years educators at our affiliated Renaissance College Kindergarten in support of the understanding and skill development of physical literacy of kindergarten children (as they transition to the RCHK Main Campus);
- Use structured inquiry to nurture learning, relying on student data to inform teaching;
- Establish effective and positive relationships with students based on mutual respect, recognition of the individuality of each student, affirming their identity and sense of belonging;
- Provide a safe, effective, challenging learning environment and an attractive, welcoming learning space that is conducive to learning;
- Teach students, as timetabled, employing assessment for, of, and as learning practices including feedback to feedforward;
- Assess, record, and report on the development, progress, and achievement of students in accordance with the Primary Years Programme (PYP) expectations and the assessment policy/guidance of Renaissance College;
- Collaborate and cooperate with other staff (whole school) on the preparation and development of a progression of learning, teaching resources, in alignment with leading learning & teaching practices used at the school;
- Safeguard the health & safety of children;
- Keep up to date on teaching and international education developments, sharing enthusiasm and resources with colleagues;
- Regularly refer to professional learning and curriculum resources (sourced from MyIB [PYP Resource Centre], RCHK Learning Management System platform & the Primary Staff Handbook);
- Attend professional meetings which relate to curricular, administrative and/or organisational matters as required; scheduled by the Year-level leader(s), Curriculum Coordinators, Department Heads, Primary Leadership Team, or College Leadership Team;
- Participate in the school system of cover for absent teachers;
- Participate in arrangements for preparing students for standardised assessments;
- Participate in administrative and organisational tasks related to such duties as are described above;
- Make an active contribution to the policies and aspirations of the school;
- Engage in transdisciplinary collaborative planning with other teachers who teach the year level;
- Engage in the House (Dynasty) system responsibilities of a teacher;
- Take responsibility for the safety of students through supervision duties;
- Assist with or manage specialist functions such as sports, excursions, after-school activities and, camp coordination;
- Take an active role in leading and managing the sports programme under the supervision of the Primary PE coordinator
- Perform other responsibilities which may reasonably be assigned from time to time by the Head of Primary and/or Principal.
The above list is neither exhaustive nor definitive and is subject to change with the PE team needs and staff professional development.
The Primary Physical Education Teacher is expected to have the following skills, capabilities, knowledge, and experience:
Skills and Capabilities:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
- Effective collaboration skills;
- Outstanding organisational skills;
- A high level of motivation;
- The ability to take initiative, self-direct, and exercise sound professional judgment;
- Analytical and problem-solving skills;
- Seek and apply feedback.
In-depth knowledge of:
- Effective learning and teaching practices to support students and educators in an environment that caters to learning diversity;
- The progression of child development in relation to learning;
- Planning, collaboration, and team-building processes;
- Research-based assessment practices for, as, and of learning;
- The Primary Years Programme (PYP).
Experience
- Teaching the IB-PYP required;
- As a primary practitioner required;
- As an Early-years educator required.
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education, or a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education/Sports Science with PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education), or equivalent.
Responsible to: Head of Physical & Health Education / Vice Principal (Learning & Teaching)
Start Date: 9th August 2027
For enquiries, please contact Alice Har for Teaching roles and Clement Tam for Support Staff and Educational Assistant roles @ 35563556 or Email: [email protected]/ [email protected]
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date. We strongly recommend early applications as we reserve the right to appoint candidates earlier than the 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
ESF Renaissance College Hong Kong (RCHK) is a world-class coeducational independent school and an IB World School. It was the first school in Asia to offer all four of the IB programmes: PYP, MYP, DP and CP. Students are educated from Year 1 to Year 13 on one site, guided and encouraged by a team of experienced international educators. Our student body comprises 40 nationalities, with 20 languages represented. English is the medium of instruction, with Mandarin taught at every level. Technology is integrated college-wide throughout the curriculum. Creativity, activity, service (CAS) is integral to college life. Students participate in a myriad of artistic, musical, sporting and service activities conducted on-site and off-campus. Renaissance College encourages young people to be curious and caring global citizens. Our aim is to prepare well-educated young people to lead future generations, to seek and create an environment of intercultural understanding and respect for others. https://rchk.esf.edu.hk
