Job Description

Current Live Openings:

We are now recruiting Teachers of Chinese for Primary Schools for August 2025. Please apply through these job advertisements to express your interest. 

Alternatively, you may explore our current openings for Teachers of Chinese at Primary Schools by clicking here: Live Current Openings.

Brief Job Overview:

As a teacher of Chinese at one of our primary schools, you will be responsible for introducing your language of expertise and its culture to our young learners. In addition to delivering world-class language instruction, you will also be given the opportunity to work with students and guide them towards becoming responsible global citizens as they learn to appreciate diverse cultures and languages around the world.

To view the written job description for this position, please click HERE to download a PDF copy

General Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education or a Bachelor’s degree in any subject with a Postgraduate

Certificate/Diploma in Education (PGCE/PGDE) 

*iPGCE (assessment only) is not eligible for Teacher Registration status by the Hong Kong Education Bureau 

An understanding of the PYP and the key underpinnings of the curriculum frameworks is advantageous

Newly qualified teachers or teaching experience within a recognised educational institute

Application Process: 

Applicants have two options:

Express your interest in this job category across all schools by clicking “Apply” below.

Apply to a specific school opening via Live Current Openings.

Thank you for considering our schools as your employer choice. We look forward to reviewing your application!

Note: This is an Expressions of Interest role, meaning you are indicating your interest in the position for the following academic year (25/26), and there may not be any immediate vacancies available.

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 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.

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