Drama/English Teacher – International Secondary Stream

Drama/English Teacher – International Secondary Stream
Campus
  • Blue Pool Road
Contract Type
  • Full-Time
Category
  • Teaching staff
Application Deadline
  • 31/01/2025
About the French International School

Established in 1963, the French International School (FIS) is the oldest international school in Hong Kong and was the first school in Hong Kong to offer the IB (in 1988). It is a dynamic educational institution, which welcomes over 2,700 students from around the world. It offers both French and international curricula and is one of the largest French schools in Asia.

FIS currently operates four campuses, next year all of which will accommodate students in the International Stream. Regarding the three primary schools, one is surrounded by greenery in Jardine’s Lookout and another campus is by the sea in Tseung Kwan O and the third is a beautiful campus in Chai Wan.

FIS is a private, not-for-profit organization. In the last five decades, it has grown from a small school with 35 students to one of the most renowned international schools in the region. Its students are from 40 countries speaking some 30 languages – it is a truly multicultural learning environment.

FIS operates two streams, French and International. The French Stream follows the French national curriculum and has approximately 1700 students. The International Stream follows an English and Mathematics curriculum based on the English national curriculum and also the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) and International Primary Curriculum (IPC) leading to the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC) in years 7 and 8, then to IGCSE and finally the International Baccalaureate in Years 12 and 13. It currently has over 1000 students registered. In 2020/21 the international stream successfully went through the IEYC/IPC Accreditation process.

Job Description

Teacher of Drama/English, International Stream Job Outline

Contract Term: 2-year Full-time contract from mid-August 2025

We are seeking an inspirational and energetic person to teach in the secondary school. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a teacher of Drama with an ability to teach English at FIS.  The successful candidate will have a proven track record of academic success, innovation and development throughout their career.

Responsibilities

This is an opportunity for the candidate to help the Leader of Learning for English to shape the future of the faculty and help lead the ambitious vision and mission of the school. Drama is a popular option for students through the school and is taught at all levels up to IGCSE. The promotion of Theatre Arts at IBDP will be an important component of this role. English is taught through all year groups, starting with the IMYC programme in years 7 to 9.  Year 10 & 11 students are all expected to sit for both English Language and Literature papers at IGCSE.  The IBDP students have a choice of English Literature HL/SL and English Language & Literature HL/SL.

Requirements

This is an opportunity for the candidate to help the Leader of Learning for English to shape the future of the faculty and help lead the ambitious vision and mission of the school. Drama is a popular option for students through the school and is taught at all levels up to IGCSE. The promotion of Theatre Arts at IBDP will be an important component of this role. English is taught through all year groups, starting with the IMYC programme in years 7 to 9.  Year 10 & 11 students are all expected to sit for both English Language and Literature papers at IGCSE.  The IBDP students have a choice of English Literature HL/SL and English Language & Literature HL/SL.

We are seeking a teacher who will:

  • Have a deep knowledge and teaching experience of international curriculum including IGCSE and International Baccalaureate diploma
  • Be well qualified with an internationally accepted degree and teaching qualification
  • Be a dynamic, forward-looking professional with the experience and skills to contribute to the faculty
  • Be an outstanding teacher who is passionate about learning and teaching has experience of inquiry-based learning and sets high expectations for every student
  • Be able to work collaboratively with a team of teachers
  • Be internationally-minded and culturally sensitive
  • Be committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement
Benefits

We will provide:

  • A competitive compensation package including cash allowance and gratuity
  • International worldwide medical cover
  • Subsidised education for children at French International School
  • Opportunities for ongoing professional development.
  • A professionally stimulating and supportive working environment
  • The chance to work in a culturally diverse context

Please apply via: https://fis.zohorecruit.com/jobs/Careers with a CV and a covering letter of no more than 2 sides.  Please send your application by 31 January 2025. Early applications are recommended as the School reserves the right to make an appointment before the deadline should a suitable candidate present him or herself.  Address your application to Mr. Mark Williams, Principal of the International Stream.  Interviews will take place in  person in Hong Kong, at the London Search Associates fair 19-20 January 2025 or via Google Meet.

The French International School – Hong Kong is an equal opportunity employer.

At our School, we value all employees and job candidates as unique individuals, and we welcome the variety of experiences they bring to our School. As such, we have a strict non-discrimination policy. We believe everyone should be treated equally regardless of race, gender identification, sexual orientation, national origin, native language, religion, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by local laws and regulations.

FISHK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices which are aligned to 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. All appointments are subject to an interview, identity checks, criminal record checks, and successful references.

All information provided by the applicants will be kept confidential and used for employment-related purposes only.

 

FISHK reserves the right to appoint at any stage of the recruitment process.

 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All personal data will be collected and processed in accordance with our personal data policy.

The French International School - Hong Kong is an equal opportunity employer. At our School, we value all employees and job candidates as unique individuals, and we welcome the variety of experiences they bring to our School. As such, we have a strict non-discrimination policy. We believe everyone should be treated equally regardless of race, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, national origin, native language, religion, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by local laws and regulations.