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Head of Languages, TLR2 (Starting Aug 2025) - Island School

Head of Languages, TLR2 (Starting Aug 2025) - Island School

Island School

Hong Kong

  • Expiring soon
Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Start date:
August 2025
Apply by:
4 November 2024

Job overview

Island School is looking to appoint a full-time Head of Languages to start in August 2025 at our recently relocated new campus located at Mid-levels, Hong Kong. The teacher will carry the teaching and learning responsibilities (TLR2) within the language faculty.

Island School is a highly successful IB secondary school located in the heart of Hong Kong. Over 1300 students aged 11 to 18 study an innovative and exciting curriculum combining our self-designed courses, the MYP, IGCSE, and IB programs. 

The role of the Head of Languages at Island School is to lead a dynamic team of teachers and educational assistants in Mandarin, Spanish and Japanese. The faculty delivers MYP, IGCSE and IB Diploma courses in all of these languages. 

All TLR responsibility holders have a teaching responsibility and are layered on top of a main scale teacher’s job description. 


Responsibilities

Curriculum Management:

  • Develop and manage the faculty’s written and taught curriculum
  • Ensure academic standards are met and maintained within the faculty

Faculty Management And Monitoring:

  • Lead, develop, and support a productive and positive team of language educators
  • Conduct effective meetings, providing agendas and minutes
  • Facilitate communication within the faculty and with the broader school community
  • Support and manage the work of all support staff in the faculty
  • Inform the Vice Principal of relevant faculty issues
  • Monitor and evaluate teaching and learning quality, adhering to school expectations
  • Implement the school assessment policy effectively
  • Analyze examination results and report outcomes to the Principal and relevant stakeholders
  • Ensure an optimal learning environment and manage faculty resources efficiently
  • Collaborate with the timetable team and the Examinations Officer regarding examination entries

Faculty Development:

  • Support student development and achievement within the faculty
  • Develop and implement a faculty plan aligned with the School Development Plan
  • Lead initiatives to improve teaching and learning practices
  • Oversee the Professional Reflection and Development (PRD) process within the faculty
  • Identify and plan professional development opportunities for faculty staff

School Development:

  • Actively promote and implement agreed school policies and a cohesive school vision
  • Collaborate with the Curriculum Leaders’ group to innovate and implement whole school priorities
  • Contribute to the professional development program at both the school and foundation levels


Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Education, or
  • Bachelor’s Degree in any subject and a PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education) or equivalent
  • Fluency in at least one foreign language taught by the faculty
  • Proven teaching experience within a recognized educational organization, preferably within an international or IB school setting
  • Previous leadership experience in an educational setting is preferred
  • Strong understanding of current pedagogy, with excellent practice exemplified in own teaching
  • Strong leadership and organisational skills with the accountability to line manage the team
  • Competent in making difficult decisions and taking necessary actions
  • Capable of efficient planning and change management
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively as part of a team
  • Ability to inspire and motivate staff and students
  • Proficient and experienced in utilizing data analysis and learning technologies
  • Commitment to contribute to the extra-curricular activities of the school
  • Commitment to fostering an active and creative learning environment
  • Commitment to professional development and collaboration across the school


Teaching in Hong Kong

We offer a very attractive salary and benefits package to ensure that ESF recruits and retains the highest calibre teachers. Our teachers need well-developed information and communication technology skills and will be expected to play a full role in pastoral work as well as to be totally committed to supporting the extra-curricular activities offered by their school.

Terms and conditions of an ESF primary/secondary teacher for the 2024-25 school year can be found here.

Please visit Our School Website to learn more about the Island School.


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.

Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.


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. 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.

http://island.edu.hk

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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.


http://island.edu.hk

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