IB DP Computer Science Teacher (Starting in Aug 2026) Discovery College
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18 hours ago
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Job Summary
Job Summary
The main role of the classroom teacher is to maximise student learning and development through the planning preparation and teaching of the curriculum to 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 curriculum. The classroom teacher engages in critical reflection in order to improve their knowledge and skills to better engage students and improve their learning.
Responsibilities
- Use own professional role to ensure that the College is able to deliver on the 5 DC Outcomes for every student
- Plan lessons and sequences of lessons to meet students individual learning needs and to ensure students progression
- Use a range of appropriate strategies for teaching and learning and classroom management
- Use flexible groupings and structured inquiry to deliver high-quality lessons in line with the IBO philosophy
- Maintain a well-organised and stimulating learning environment
- Use learning technologies to enhance learning
- Use information about prior attainment to set expectations for students
- Use a range of assessment and reporting methods that make students achievement visible in relation to learning outcomes
- Provide clear and constructive feedback to students and their parents and caregivers
- Plan and engage in professional learning activities that support College and systemic priorities
- Take responsibility for own professional development and use the outcomes to improve teaching and students learning
- Make an active contribution to the policies and aspirations of the College
- Ensure administration of classroom procedures is completed efficiently
- Collaborate positively with members of the school community to build a team environment that supports students learning
- Participate in Quality Assurance and School Improvement in order to ensure high standards of professional practice and student outcomes
- Utilise the Professional Reflection and Development process to ensure own professional development and support for organisational priorities
- To ensure own professional development and support for organisational priorities
- Contribute to the wider life of the College including through the co-curricular programme and offsite activities
- Support the academic pastoral and co-curricular work of the school
- As required as a Class Teacher or Learning Advisor provide care and support for students to ensure all students make excellent progress and have the opportunity to flourish
- Perform other duties which may reasonably be assigned from time to time by the Principal or his/her delegate
Requirements
- Bachelors Degree in Education or Bachelors Degree in any field with a PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education) or equivalent
- An understanding of the IB and the key underpinnings of the curriculum frameworks is essential
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Teaching in Hong Kong
Hong Kong is a premier destination for expatriate and local teachers. ESF Teachers enjoy a lucrative salary package and a 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 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.
For enquiries please contact Rashmi Tandon at.
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 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.
SecondaryTeacherComputerScience
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Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Computer Science
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Management
- Communication skills
- Algebra
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Experience
- Lesson Planning
- Conflict Management
- Teaching
- Tutoring
- Word Processing
About Company
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 ... View more
