Media Teacher

Position Overview

Korean International School (KIS) is a private, independent school with an enrollment of over 800 students representing more than 30 nationalities. We offer a British-style academic education designed for the English-speaking community in Hong Kong.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Media Teacher to join our Creative Arts department. The ideal candidate will have experience teaching the Cambridge International AS & A Level Digital Media & Design (9481) as well as BTEC Creative Media (Level 2). This role requires a creative educator who can inspire students and foster a deep understanding of media concepts, design principles, and digital production techniques.

Key Responsibilities

Curriculum Development: Design and implement engaging lesson plans that align with the Cambridge International AS & A Level Digital Media & Design and BTEC Creative Media curricula.

Instruction: Deliver high-quality instruction in various media disciplines, including digital media production, graphic design, video editing, and multimedia storytelling.

Assessment: Develop and administer assessments that effectively measure student understanding and skills, providing constructive feedback to support their growth.

Student Support: Provide guidance and mentorship to students, encouraging their creative expression and helping them navigate their learning journey in media studies.

Collaboration: Work closely with other faculty members to integrate media education across the curriculum and participate in departmental meetings and initiatives.

Professional Development: Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and teaching methodologies in media education, participating in relevant training and workshops.

Extracurricular Involvement: Support and supervise media-related extracurricular activities, such as clubs, projects, and competitions. Running of our Annual Film Festival.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Media Studies, Digital Media, Education, or a related field.

Experience: Proven experience teaching Cambridge International AS & A Level Digital Media & Design (9481) and BTEC Creative Media preferable.

Skills: Strong knowledge of digital media tools and software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, video editing software) and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Creativity: A passion for media and design, with the ability to inspire students and foster a creative learning environment.

Personal Attributes

Strong organisational and time-management skills.

Adaptability and a willingness to embrace new technologies and teaching methods.

A collaborative team player who is committed to student success and community engagement.

How to Apply

Please send the application with a cover letter and a full resume that includes your current and expected salaries, as well as your notice period by clicking 'Apply Now'. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date.

KIS is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunities and will not discriminate based on age, race, color, 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 treated with strict confidentiality and will be used for recruitment purposes only. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews. Final employment is subject to pre-employment and child protection checks.

KIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We hold ourselves to high standards and undertake rigorous safer recruitment and pre-employment checks, with specific attention to child protection, for all applicants. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the position, including employment history and reference checks, criminal record checks, and identity checks.