Kennedy School is seeking to appoint enthusiastic and dedicated early career Mainscale Classroom Teachers commencing August 2025 to June 2026. The positions will be on a 10.5-month contract. The positions are suitable for newly qualified teachers or teachers early in their teaching career.
Brief Job Overview:
As a Mainscale Classroom Teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering world-class education across multiple core subjects to our young learners. You will also be tasked with curating individual learning programmes for our students. Finally, you will also be expected to engage in ESF’s Continuous Professional Development (CPD) programme in order to improve your knowledge to further enhance your skills as a teacher and lifelong learner.
General Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Education or a Bachelor’s degree in any subject with a Postgraduate
- Certificate/Diploma in Education (PGCE/PGDE)
- *iPGCE (assessment only) is not eligible for Teacher Registration status by the Hong Kong Education Bureau
- An understanding of the PYP and the key underpinnings of the curriculum frameworks is advantageous
- Newly qualified teachers or teaching experience within a recognised educational institute
Closing Date: 31 March 2025 (11:59 PM, Hong Kong Time)
Applicants must be a Hong Kong permanent resident or possess a valid visa to work in Hong Kong.
Please submit your application via the ESF online recruitment system.
For enquiries, please contact Joanna Lim at +852 25795600 or email jlim@kennedy.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.
