The posting
For August 2027, we are looking to appoint a skilled and enthusiastic Teacher of Geography to join the dedicated team in our Individuals & Societies (I&S) Faculty at Island School.
You will join an innovative and supportive learning environment, and will teach motivated students who enjoy their learning and are eager to participate in opportunities beyond the curriculum.
The successful candidate should be able to teach IB MYP Humanities, IGCSE Geography and IB DP Geography up to Higher Level.
Key Responsibilities and Requirements
Role Name
- Main Scale Class Teacher
Role Summary
The primary role of the classroom teacher is to maximise student learning and development through the planning, preparation, and teaching of programs that meet students’ individual learning needs and achieve specific student outcomes. Teachers teach a range of students with diverse abilities and classes, and are accountable for the effective delivery of their programmes. The classroom teacher engages in critical reflection to improve their knowledge and skills, thereby better engaging students and enhancing their learning.
Classroom teachers assume roles beyond the classroom in endeavouring to maximise students’ learning. These roles involve working collaboratively with colleagues and other members of the school community, as well as communicating with parents and caregivers.
The classroom teacher’s contribution to the school goes beyond the classroom. They participate in the development of the school policies and programmes and assist in the implementation of school priorities. All classroom teachers may be required to undertake other duties in addition to their teaching duties.
Main Accountabilities
Teaching and Assessment:
- Plan lessons and sequences of lessons to meet students’ individual learning needs and to ensure students’ progression.
- Utilise a range of effective strategies for teaching, learning, and classroom management.
- Utilise flexible groupings and structured inquiry to deliver high-quality lessons that align with the IBO philosophy.
- Maintain a well-organised and stimulating learning environment.
- Utilise learning technologies, such as the EWB and the CLC, to enhance learning.
- Use information about prior attainment to set expectations for students.
- Use a range of assessment and reporting methods that show students’ achievement in relation to learning outcomes.
- Provide clear and constructive feedback to students, their parents and caregivers.
Wider professional roles:
- Plan and engage in professional learning activities that support school and systemic priorities.
- Take responsibility for your own professional development and use the outcomes to improve teaching and students’ learning.
- Make an active contribution to the school's policies and aspirations.
- Ensure that classroom procedures are administered efficiently.
- Collaborate with members of the school community to build a team environment that supports students’ learning.
- All teachers are expected to contribute to the school's extracurricular programme throughout the year
Additional responsibilities may include:
- Manage a year level or subject area.
- Assist with or manage an aspect of daily school management.
- Assist year level co-ordinators, curriculum co-ordinators, student management co-ordinators, principal and vice principal with the performance of specific functions.
- Assist with or manage a specialist function such as sport, careers, student welfare, excursions or camps co-ordination.
- Supervise a range of student activities, including support and welfare programmes.
- Develop a school transition programme and facilitate the associated orientation programme.
- Manage and supervise a team of teachers in the planning, implementation and review of teaching and learning programmes.
- Lead the development of curriculum policies and programmes.
- Contribute to the Foundation-wide professional development programme.
- To perform other duties and assume accountabilities as apparent or as delegated, including mutually agreed upon objectives
Minimum typical education
- Bachelor's Degree in Education, or
- Bachelor's Degree in any subject with PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education), or equivalent
Minimum typical experience
- 1-3 years’ teaching experience within a recognised educational organisation
Core professional and transferable competencies required
- Subject, curriculum, and pedagogical knowledge
- Planning & organisational skills
- Translating strategy into individual plans and action
- Valuing & integrating diversity through the personalisation of learning and pastoral care
- Collaboration & team-centred working
- Self-reflection & learning agility
- High level of digital literacy and the ability to adapt to different systems
- Leading & responding to change
- Excellent standards of written and spoken communication, and formal presentation skills
- Creativity, innovation, and a solution-focused mindset
- High standards of professional practice
Notes: Two-Year Finite Contract
Teaching for ESF in Hong Kong
We offer an attractive compensation package to ensure that ESF recruits and retains the highest calibre teachers. ESF looks for teachers who have strong communication and technological skills and all teachers will be expected to play a pastoral role. Our teachers are very committed to supporting our students, including investing time in extracurricular activities offered by their school.
Find out more about teaching in an ESF school here.
For enquiries, please contact Hilary Hu @ 25247135 or Email: [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
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. https://island.esf.edu.hk
