Teacher of Individual Needs & Learning Support (Starting Aug 2025) – South Island School

South Island School seeks to appoint an outstanding Teacher of Individual Needs and Learning Support, to support students of all learning profiles. The Individual Needs faculty also oversees a Learning Support provision for students with moderate to complex learning needs. The ability to additionally teach English as an Additional Language (EAL), MYP/DP subjects or BTEC could also be an advantage, but is not essential.

Responsibilities

The successful applicant will be a qualified and highly skilled teacher, with a background in supporting students with identified individual needs. You will have a very strong ability to build positive relationships with students of all profiles, and you will be skilled in motivating, inspiring and engaging with students in creative and innovative ways, ensuring inclusive and differentiated teaching both within and outside the classroom.

The successful applicant will also be a pastoral tutor, and will be expected to contribute effectively to our Making a Difference, Values in Action and Expanding Horizons extra-curricular programmes. The position will be a full-time renewable contract for an initial two year period from August 2025. Support with obtaining Hong Kong residence will be provided if necessary.

Teachers at SIS are expected to be committed and flexible. Regular duties include:

• Manage and monitor the progress of students on the Individual Needs (IN) Register
• Develop Individualised Education Plans (IEPs) and Student Support Plans for students across levels of adjustment 1 to 4
• Planning lessons to meet each student’s individual learning needs and ensure excellent outcomes, in line with our Schemes of Learning
• Adapt teaching materials across MYP/DP subjects using differentiated instruction and universal design for learning principles
• Conduct assessments to identify students’ learning needs
• Provide targeted teaching in small groups or one-on-one settings
• Establish partnerships with subject teachers to ensure they understand their role in meeting individual student needs
• Ensure appropriate assessment arrangements are in place for students on the IN register, for both internal and external IB assessments and examinations
• Collaborate with the pastoral team and within the IN Team
• Coordinate with parents, counsellors, and external agencies
• Attend meetings and contribute to student progress reports
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Implement behaviour management strategies as needed
• Stay informed about the latest educational practices and policies
• Participate in workshops and training sessions
• Engaging actively with the Making a Difference, Values in Action and Expanding Horizons extra-curricular programmes

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, or
• Bachelor's Degree in the relevant subject with PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education), or equivalent
• Learning Support practitioner with at least 1-3 years of teaching experience who is committed to helping each child reach their highest potential
• Classroom teaching experience is essential
• Teaching experience within a Learning Support department at an International School is preferable but not essential

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, as well as with 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.

Further Information

Further information can be found in the following locations:

• South Island School website: https://www.sis.edu.hk
• English Schools Foundation website: https://www.esf.edu.hk/

Please email the Principal’s PA, Ms Zin Mog, if you have any questions: zmogg@sis.edu.hk

Closing Date: By 8 am Hong Kong Time on Friday 15th November 2024

Thank you again for your interest in this role.

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

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.

http://www.sis.edu.hk