Teacher of Mandarin (Starting Aug 2025) - Quarry Bay School

Quarry Bay School is seeking to appoint a full-time mainscale teacher (Mandarin) for the start of the school year in August 2025. The position will be a two-year finite contract, renewable by mutual consent.

Responsibilities

At Quarry Bay School, it is expected that a teacher of Mandarin demonstrates the attributes of a general classroom teacher. These attributes include the capacity to maximise student learning and development through the planning, preparation, teaching and assessment of programmes which meet students’ individual learning needs and achieve specific student outcomes. Teachers teach a range of student abilities and classes and are accountable for the effective delivery of their programmes. The teacher engages in critical reflection in order to improve their knowledge and skills to better engage students and improve their learning.

Mainscale teachers (Mandarin) assume roles beyond the classroom in endeavouring to maximise students’ learning. These roles include working collaboratively with colleagues and other members of the school community and communicating with parents and caregivers. 

The mainscale teacher (Mandarin) contributes to the school goes beyond the classroom. They participate in the development of school policies and programmes and assist in the implementation of school priorities. All teachers may be required to undertake other duties in addition to their teaching duties.

The successful candidate for this post must have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, or
• Bachelor's Degree in any subject with PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education), or equivalent
• Relevant years of teaching experience within a recognised educational organisation

Mainscale teachers with primary classroom teaching experience and the capacity to speak Mandarin are strongly encouraged to apply.

In addition to these requirements, the successful candidate for this post will ideally have:

• Experience with the PYP curriculum framework or similar.
• A commitment to effective teamwork.
• Excellent communication skills with students, staff and parents.
• Evidence of continuous professional development.
• Evidence of capability in using ICT in teaching.
• Genuine care about children and be concerned about the development of the whole person.
• Experience working with students with special educational needs

Closing Date: 10 November 2024

 For enquiries, please contact Katherine Ong at +852 25664242 or katherine.ong@qbs.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 (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 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.

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

ESF Quarry Bay School aims to encourage a love of learning by providing learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom that help to develop confident, happy and successful learners who are curious about the world. We have 40 different nationalities represented in our school contributing to a rich and diverse learning environment.

We feel that all children have talents which can be developed and that all children can succeed. Providing equality of opportunity irrespective of race, gender, religion or disability for all children, is a vital aspect of our personal and social education policy which permeates all aspects of life in school. We encourage our students to care for each other and to develop as responsible, global citizens who can make a difference.

QBS prides itself on its quality relationships; students and adults work collaboratively and support each other enabling all to reach their full potential. Children with a range of learning needs are effectively supported by the school’s Individual Needs team. The school makes provision for children with moderate learning difficulties through the support of a specialist Learning Support teacher.

http://www.qbs.edu.hk