Job Description

Renaissance College is seeking a dedicated and qualified Teacher of MYP Individuals and Societies (I&S) to work from 3 September 2026 to 9 December 2026.

Responsibilities

Teachers in the department/team are expected to exemplify excellent professional practice which leads to high standards of teaching and learning within the wide-ranging curriculum. Teachers are also expected to support the pastoral and co-curricular work of the school and be reliable in exercising their daily responsibilities. Working as part of a team under the guidance and direction of the Head of Department/Year level Coordinator, the subject/class teacher is expected to fulfil the following roles:

• Provide learning opportunities for every student commensurate to her/his needs, abilities and stage of development, by teaching a programme that gives each student the opportunity to experience success, and challenges all students to achieve their full potential
• Establish effective and positive relationships with students based on mutual respect, recognition of the individuality of each student and affirming their cultural identity
• Provide a safe, effective, challenging learning environment and an attractive and welcoming classroom.
• Teaching students, as timetabled, including the setting and marking of work
• Assessing, recording and reporting on the development, progress and attainment of students in accordance with PYP, MYP and DP guidelines and the assessment policy of Renaissance College
• Co-operating with other staff (whole school) on the preparation and development of courses, teaching materials, teaching programmes, methods of teaching and assessment
• Maintaining good order and discipline among the students and safeguarding their health and safety
• Keeping up to date on teaching and international educational developments and sharing enthusiasm and resources with other teachers
• Regularly referring to the Online Curriculum Centre of the IBO and the ESF CLC sites and interactive meetings
• Attend professional development programmes, participate in “on campus” courses and attend professional meetings which relate to curricular, administrative or organisational matters as required; scheduled by the Head of the Department, Curriculum Coordinators and Senior Management Team
• Participating in the school system of cover for absent teachers
• Participating in arrangements for preparing students for internal and external examinations
• Participating in administrative and organisational tasks related to such duties as described above
• Collaborative planning with other teachers within and outside of the Area of Learning Department
• Performing the pastoral duties and House (Dynasty) system responsibilities of a teacher
• Taking responsibility for the safety of students through supervision duties
• Performing other duties which may reasonably be assigned from time to time by the Principal

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, or
• Bachelor's Degree in any subjects with PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education), or equivalent
• IB MYP I&S teaching experience

Closing Date: 8th May 2026

Responsible to: Head of Department, Year Level Coordinator and Curriculum Coordinator/s

Applicants must be a permanent Hong Kong resident or possess a valid visa to work in Hong Kong.

For enquiries, please contact Alice Har at haro1@rchk.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 within ESF.

ESF is an Equal Opportunities Employer

The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunity. 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.

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