From August 2026 we are seeking to appoint a skilled and enthusiastic Mathematics Teacher to join our dedicated team at Island School.
You will join an innovative and supportive learning environment where you will teach motivated students who enjoy learning and are eager to participate in opportunities beyond the curriculum.
The successful candidate should be able to teach IB MYP IGCSE and IBDP Mathematics preferably with recent experience at Higher Level.
The closing date for applications is9 November 2025.
Please note that we often review applications on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date.
ESF is committed to safeguarding and child protection. As a member of Keeping Children Safe all our procedures are in alignment with Keeping Children Safes International Child Safeguarding Standards. Safer recruitment practices as prescribed by the Safer Recruitment Consortium apply to this process.
About Island School
At Island School our vision is for Islanders to thrive with happiness confidence and purpose - defining success on their own terms and shaping a kinder more connected world. We are guided by our RISE values of Responsibility Individuality Spirit and Excellence which underpin everything we do as a school community.
Located in state-of-the-art facilities in the heart of Hong Kong Island the Island School is home to around 1400 students aged 1118 representing over 40 nationalities supported by a team of educators from around the globe. As part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF) the largest provider of English-medium international education in Hong Kong our students benefit from a future-focused curriculum: the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) IGCSE and the IB Diploma and Career-related Programmes (IBDP/IBCP).
An Island School education goes far beyond the formal curriculum. Students are encouraged to explore boldly care deeply and live with purpose through distinctive programmes such as Elements and Explorations which allow them to pursue passions and develop the competencies that will serve them in life beyond school. A vibrant extra-curricular life from sport and the arts to leadership and service enriches their experience while adventures such as Quest Week foster resilience and global awareness.
Central to the Island School community is the House system which provides every student with a sense of belonging identity and pride and nurtures friendships across year groups. Once an Islander always an Islander is a motto that reflects the lasting connection shared by our students staff and alumni around the world.
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Key Responsibilities and Requirements
Role Name | Main Scale Class Teacher |
Role Summary | The primary role of the classroom teacher is to maximise student learning and development through the planning preparation and teaching of programs that meet students individual learning needs and achieve specific student outcomes. Teachers teach a range of students with diverse abilities and classes and are accountable for the effective delivery of their programmes. The classroom teacher engages in critical reflection to improve their knowledge and skills thereby better engaging students and enhancing their learning. Classroom teachers assume roles beyond the classroom in endeavouring to maximise students learning. These roles involve working collaboratively with colleagues and other members of the school community as well as communicating with parents and caregivers. The classroom teachers contribution to the school goes beyond the classroom. They participate in the development of the school policies and programmes and assist in the implementation of school priorities. All classroom teachers may be required to undertake other duties in addition to their teaching duties. |
Main Accountabilities | Teaching and Assessment:
Wider professional roles:
Additional responsibilities may include:
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Typical reporting relationship | School Leader |
Minimum typical education | Bachelors Degree in Education or Bachelors Degree in any subject with PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education) or equivalent |
Minimum typical experience | 1-3 years teaching experience within a recognised educational organisation |
Core Professional / Technical Competencies required | Abilities
Knowledge
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Core Soft / Transferable Competencies required |
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Development / Training to support role competencies | Development activities and access to courses are negotiated as part of the performance management process |
Notes: Two-Year Finite Contract
All teachers are expected to contribute to the schools extracurricular programme throughout the year
Teaching for ESF in Hong Kong
We offer an attractive compensation package to ensure that ESF recruits and retains the highest calibre teachers.
ESF seeks teachers who possess strong communication and technological skills and all teachers will be expected to fulfil a pastoral role.
Our teachers are very committed to supporting our students including investing time in extracurricular activities offered by their school.
Find out more about teaching in an ESF schoolhere.
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 ESFs 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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