Teacher of Individuals and Societies with Economics (start in Sept 2026)

Job Opportunity: Teacher of Individuals and Societies with Economics at South Island School - A Temporary Cover Role starting immediately in September 2026

Key Responsibilities

South Island School seeks an outstanding Teacher of Individuals and Societies with the capacity to deliver the MYP Individuals and Societies course, Global Citizenship IGCSE and Economics IGCSE. This position exists as the result of a temporary staff absence and will be available initially until 30th October with further extensions possible depending on the return date of the permanent post holder.

The successful applicant will be a highly skilled teacher, with the ability to motivate, inspire and engage with students in creative and innovative ways, both within and outside the classroom - with the overall goal of ensuring excellent educational outcomes for our students.

Please note that this role is only open to applicants who will be Hong Kong residents or have a Hong Kong working visa by the time the role starts. Completion of the Hong Kong teacher registration process will also be required if this has not already been completed.

The Role

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

• Planning lessons to meet each student’s individual learning needs and ensure excellent outcomes, in line with our Schemes of Learning;
• Using a range of appropriate strategies for positive classroom management, including the use of flexible groupings and structured inquiry, in line with the IBO philosophy;
• Enhancing learning through a range of well-considered resources, including digital technologies;
• Maintaining a well-organised and stimulating learning environment;
• Assessing students in relation to agreed learning outcomes;
• Providing clear and constructive feedback to students and their parents, using agreed South Island School reporting systems;
• Working closely with the Individuals and Societies faculty on future developments and shared planning;
• Engaging actively with the Making a Difference, Values in Action and Expanding Horizons extra-curricular programmes.

For more information about South Island School, please click HERE

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, or
• Bachelor’s Degree, as well as a PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education), or equivalent

For enquiries, please contact Elite Chung @ [protected-email-address] for Support Staff and Educational Assistant roles or Zin Mogg @ [protected-email-address] for Teaching roles

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date. We strongly recommend early applications as we reserve the right to appoint candidates earlier than the 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.

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.

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.

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.