South Island School seeks to appoint an outstanding Teacher of Mathematics, to teach a combination of IBDP, IGCSE and MYP. Previous experience with any or all of these curricula would be an advantage, though this is not essential for a teacher with the right overall skill set.
The successful applicant will be a highly skilled teacher with the ability to motivate, inspire and engage students in creative and innovative ways, both within and outside the classroom – with the overall goal of ensuring excellent educational outcomes for our students.
The successful applicant will also be a pastoral tutor and contribute widely to the school's extra-curricular life. The position will be a full-time renewable contract for an initial two-year period from August 2027. Support with obtaining Hong Kong residence will be provided if necessary.
The Role
Teachers at SIS are expected to be committed and flexible. Regular duties include:
- Planning lessons to meet each student’s individual learning needs and ensure excellent outcomes, in line with our Schemes of Learning;
- Using a range of appropriate strategies for positive classroom management, including the use of flexible groupings and structured inquiry, in line with the IBO philosophy;
- Enhancing learning through a range of well-considered resources, including digital technologies;
- Maintaining a well-organised and stimulating learning environment;
- Assessing students in relation to agreed learning outcomes;
- Providing clear and constructive feedback to students and their parents, in line with South Island School reporting systems;
- Working closely with the Mathematics faculty on future developments and shared planning;
- Working as a tutor for a group of students, within the Pastoral Learning Curriculum;
- Engaging actively with the Making a Difference, Values in Action and Expanding Horizons extra-curricular programmes.
For more information about South Island School, please click HERE.
Teaching in Hong Kong
Hong Kong is a premier destination for expatriate and local teachers! ESF Teachers enjoy an extremely lucrative salary package and a very high standard of living overall, in an exciting and vibrant world city. The teaching profession is highly respected, student motivation and outcomes are excellent, and all teachers receive considerable support from ESF and SIS with settling into Hong Kong, and in their professional development. Please feel free to contact us in advance about life in Hong Kong if you feel a conversation on this topic would be helpful.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education, or
- Bachelor’s Degree, as well as a PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education), or equivalent
For enquiries, please contact Elite Chung @ echung@sis.edu.hk for Support Staff and Educational Assistant roles or Zin Mogg @ zmogg@sis.edu.hk for Teaching roles
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
South Island School is a dynamic, innovative and forward-looking school located in a green setting on the south side of Hong Kong Island. It caters for 1,440 students from around 40 different nations. The school prides itself on a strong values-based philosophy, an international outlook, a personalised curriculum and very high academic standards. There is a focus on the development of students’ personal qualities, fostering a skill set which is creative and contemporary and which develops community responsibility under the banner ‘Making a Difference’. The school is inclusive and makes excellent provision for students with a range of individual needs.
The school is authorised by the IBO to offer the MYP (Years 1-3), the IBDP, and the IBCP.
https://sis.esf.edu.hk