Expression of Interest Primary School Mainscale Teacher - All ESF Primary School
English Schools FoundationTeaching
Status
Actively Hiring
Date Listed18 July 2025
ContractPermanent
PlatformW5_SYNC
About This Role
Current Live Openings:
If you're interested in Mainscale Teaching roles at an ESF Primary School for the academic year 2026/2027, please click "apply" below.
You can also view our current Mainscale Teacher openings across our Primary Schools by clicking HERE.
Position Overview:
• The main responsibility of the classroom teacher is to enhance student learning and development through the design, preparation, and delivery of programs that cater to individual learning requirements and meet specific student outcomes.
• Teachers are tasked with conducting lessons across various student abilities and classes, ensuring effective differentiation to accommodate differing learning styles.
• Participate in continuous assessment and provide feedback to track student progress, adjusting teaching techniques as needed to improve learning results.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere that encourages student engagement, collaboration, and respect.
• Work together with colleagues, parents, and support staff to offer a cohesive educational experience that promotes the holistic development of each child.
• Engage in reflective practice and professional growth to continually enhance knowledge and skills, thereby improving student engagement and learning.
• Employ innovative teaching strategies and resources, incorporating technology to support learning and stimulate creativity.
• Encourage social, emotional, and physical growth by integrating relevant life skills and values into the curriculum.
General Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a Bachelor’s degree in any field along with a Postgraduate Certificate/Diploma in Education (PGCE/PGDE)
• Familiarity with the PYP and key principles of the curriculum frameworks is beneficial
• Newly qualified teachers or those with teaching experience from a recognized educational institution
• Click here to review the standard competencies and capabilities required for a primary school teacher at an ESF school.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The iPGCE (assessment only) does not qualify for Teacher Registration status from the Hong Kong Education Bureau, which is essential for teaching at an ESF school.
Application Process:
Candidates have two options:
• General Application: Indicate your interest in this job category across all schools by clicking “Apply Now” below.
• Specific Application: Apply for a specific school position via the following link HERE.
Thank you for considering our schools as your potential employer. We eagerly anticipate reviewing your application!
Note: This position is for Expressions of Interest, indicating your interest for the 2026/2027 academic year, and there may not be any immediate openings available.
For inquiries, please reach out to Rishab Kombial at rishab.kombial@esfcentre.edu.hk.
By applying for this role, your application may also be considered for other opportunities (senior roles, department head, 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 based on age, race, color, 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 handled strictly in accordance with ESF's Personal Data Policy, a copy of which can be obtained 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 follow rigorous recruitment practices, with all appointments conditional upon an interview, identity verification, criminal background checks (including ICPC, SCRC, and other international checks as necessary), assessment of social media presence, and positive references.
In accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025 guidelines, ESF may conduct online checks for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview.
About Us
The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is the largest English-medium international school organization in Hong Kong. Our 22 schools and extensive extracurricular programs aim to bring out the best in every student through a personalized approach to learning and by inspiring curiosity.
We cater to over 18,000 students from 75 different nationalities in our kindergartens, primary, secondary, and all-through schools.
www.esf.edu.hk
About the Team
The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is a contemporary, well-organized educational entity dedicated to providing an international education to students from over 70 countries. We are proud to be a leading part of the educational landscape in Hong Kong, seizing the opportunities that this vibrant city offers as Asia’s world city and the primary gateway to China.
Our curriculum, leading to the International Baccalaureate, is tailored to Hong Kong and the Asia Pacific region. ESF’s 1,100 teachers are highly qualified, bringing experience from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United States, the UK, and various other international educational systems. All schools provide a wide array of extracurricular activities both in Hong Kong and abroad.
ESF serves over 18,000 students. Our culture emphasizes joy in learning and pride in achievements. Most of our students pursue the IB Diploma and gain admission to universities worldwide. ESF has a longstanding commitment to children with individual needs and is the primary provider for English-speaking children with special educational needs in Hong Kong. For more information about ESF, please visit our website at www.esf.edu.hk.
www.esf.edu.hk
If you're interested in Mainscale Teaching roles at an ESF Primary School for the academic year 2026/2027, please click "apply" below.
You can also view our current Mainscale Teacher openings across our Primary Schools by clicking HERE.
Position Overview:
• The main responsibility of the classroom teacher is to enhance student learning and development through the design, preparation, and delivery of programs that cater to individual learning requirements and meet specific student outcomes.
• Teachers are tasked with conducting lessons across various student abilities and classes, ensuring effective differentiation to accommodate differing learning styles.
• Participate in continuous assessment and provide feedback to track student progress, adjusting teaching techniques as needed to improve learning results.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere that encourages student engagement, collaboration, and respect.
• Work together with colleagues, parents, and support staff to offer a cohesive educational experience that promotes the holistic development of each child.
• Engage in reflective practice and professional growth to continually enhance knowledge and skills, thereby improving student engagement and learning.
• Employ innovative teaching strategies and resources, incorporating technology to support learning and stimulate creativity.
• Encourage social, emotional, and physical growth by integrating relevant life skills and values into the curriculum.
General Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a Bachelor’s degree in any field along with a Postgraduate Certificate/Diploma in Education (PGCE/PGDE)
• Familiarity with the PYP and key principles of the curriculum frameworks is beneficial
• Newly qualified teachers or those with teaching experience from a recognized educational institution
• Click here to review the standard competencies and capabilities required for a primary school teacher at an ESF school.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The iPGCE (assessment only) does not qualify for Teacher Registration status from the Hong Kong Education Bureau, which is essential for teaching at an ESF school.
Application Process:
Candidates have two options:
• General Application: Indicate your interest in this job category across all schools by clicking “Apply Now” below.
• Specific Application: Apply for a specific school position via the following link HERE.
Thank you for considering our schools as your potential employer. We eagerly anticipate reviewing your application!
Note: This position is for Expressions of Interest, indicating your interest for the 2026/2027 academic year, and there may not be any immediate openings available.
For inquiries, please reach out to Rishab Kombial at rishab.kombial@esfcentre.edu.hk.
By applying for this role, your application may also be considered for other opportunities (senior roles, department head, 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 based on age, race, color, 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 handled strictly in accordance with ESF's Personal Data Policy, a copy of which can be obtained 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 follow rigorous recruitment practices, with all appointments conditional upon an interview, identity verification, criminal background checks (including ICPC, SCRC, and other international checks as necessary), assessment of social media presence, and positive references.
In accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025 guidelines, ESF may conduct online checks for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview.
About Us
The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is the largest English-medium international school organization in Hong Kong. Our 22 schools and extensive extracurricular programs aim to bring out the best in every student through a personalized approach to learning and by inspiring curiosity.
We cater to over 18,000 students from 75 different nationalities in our kindergartens, primary, secondary, and all-through schools.
www.esf.edu.hk
About the Team
The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is a contemporary, well-organized educational entity dedicated to providing an international education to students from over 70 countries. We are proud to be a leading part of the educational landscape in Hong Kong, seizing the opportunities that this vibrant city offers as Asia’s world city and the primary gateway to China.
Our curriculum, leading to the International Baccalaureate, is tailored to Hong Kong and the Asia Pacific region. ESF’s 1,100 teachers are highly qualified, bringing experience from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United States, the UK, and various other international educational systems. All schools provide a wide array of extracurricular activities both in Hong Kong and abroad.
ESF serves over 18,000 students. Our culture emphasizes joy in learning and pride in achievements. Most of our students pursue the IB Diploma and gain admission to universities worldwide. ESF has a longstanding commitment to children with individual needs and is the primary provider for English-speaking children with special educational needs in Hong Kong. For more information about ESF, please visit our website at www.esf.edu.hk.
www.esf.edu.hk