Mainscale Class Teacher - ESF Wu Kai Sha Kindergarten
About This Role
ESF Wu Kai Sha International Kindergarten (WKSK) is a dynamic learning community, offering engaging experiences to children aged 3-5 years old. We are seeking a Mainscale Class Teacher to join our exceptional team of highly qualified and experienced professionals. Please refer to ESF Terms and Conditions for further details of the employment package.
Contract start date: August 2026
As an Early Years Teacher at WKSK, you will create an inclusive, safe and inspiring learning environment where young children learn through play, exploration, inquiry and meaningful experiences. Working within the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), you will nurture children’s curiosity, agency and international-mindedness while collaborating closely with colleagues, families and the wider school community to support the holistic development of every child, ensuring that our young learners develop the foundational skills, understandings and knowledge needed to thrive.
Key Responsibilities:
Create a welcoming, inclusive classroom where every child feels safe, respected and able to express their ideas and interests.
Design stimulating, play-based learning environments that promote exploration, independence, creativity, and active engagement.
Interact with children to guide, extend and deepen learning and skills development.
Plan and implement transdisciplinary Units of Inquiry and learning engagements that honour children’s voice, choice and ownership.
Facilitate purposeful play that supports experimentation, risk-taking, self-regulation and social-emotional growth.
Promote international-mindedness and intercultural understanding through everyday practice.
Use effective assessment strategies and pedagogical documentation to capture learning, monitor progress and inform planning.
Provide constructive feedback and individualised support to guide each child’s learning pathway.
Apply positive behaviour strategies to support social skills, emotional regulation and conflict resolution.
Implement Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to remove barriers and ensure equitable access and participation for all learners.
Build strong partnerships with families through clear, regular communication, parent conferences, workshops and shared celebrations of learning.
Contribute actively to collaborative planning, whole-school initiatives and professional learning communities.
Safeguard and promote children’s welfare in line with school policies and IB ethical expectations.
Skills & Core Competencies:
Strong interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with children, families and colleagues.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to adapt language and communication style for diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
A reflective practitioner committed to ongoing personal and professional growth.
Flexibility and resilience in a dynamic school environment
Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
A strengths-based belief that every child is capable and competent.
Patient, empathetic, and skilled in building warm, supportive relationships with young children.
Requirements
Bachelor Degree in Education (Early Childhood Education), or Bachelor Degree in any subjects with PGCE/PGDE in Early Childhood Education, or equivalent, which qualifies them to teach 3-5 years of age
Experience working with young children (3-5 years old) in an educational environment
Familiarity with the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) is desirable.
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Enquiries: Winnie Cho, Senior Administrator at WKSK - winnie.cho@wksk.edu.hk
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.
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
The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is a modern, well-managed educational organisation, committed to offering an international education to students drawn from over 70 countries. We are proud to be at the forefront of the educational hub in Hong Kong. We actively take advantage of the opportunities that Hong Kong offers as Asia’s world city and the principal gate-way to China.
The curriculum, leading to the International Baccalaureate, is adapted to Hong Kong, and the Asia Pacific region. ESF’s 1,100 teachers are highly qualified bringing with them experience from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United States, the UK and many other international school systems. All schools offer a broad range of out-of-school activities in Hong Kong and overseas.
ESF has over 18,000 students. Our culture is one of joy in learning and pride in achievement. The great majority of our students study for the IB Diploma and gain entry to universities all over the world. ESF has a long-standing commitment to children with individual needs and is the principal provider for English-speaking children with special educational needs in Hong Kong.