Competitive remuneration and benefits will be offered to suitable candidates.
The Singapore International School (Hong Kong) offers a through-train programme with a bilingual (English and Chinese) education from Preparatory Years to the IB Diploma Programme. To provide a richer language learning environment, we offer additional languages in Spanish and French from Secondary Three onwards.
Start date: August 2027. Full-time, fixed-term.
We are seeking to appoint an experienced, dynamic, and passionate Spanish Language teacher to join our Secondary School starting from August 2027 to lead our students in their Spanish language journey. In this position, you will deliver the highest quality of learning in a stimulating, happy, and safe environment, acting as a role model of character and values. You will also collaborate with colleagues in the Chinese and European Languages Department on curriculum and resource development, as well as contribute to other departmental and school needs as required.
Depending on qualifications and experience, the successful candidate may also assume the role of Coordinator for European Languages, overseeing curriculum development and related administrative duties.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead secondary students across year levels (including IGCSE and/or IBDP curricula) to make Spanish language learning engaging and accessible.
- Deliver high-quality Spanish Language instruction and collaborate with colleagues on curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment development.
- Provide regular verbal and written feedback to students and parents regarding academic progress.
- Undertake pastoral care duties, including form-teachership responsibilities and leading/managing after-school clubs or activities.
- Provide regular verbal and written feedback to students and parents regarding pastoral growth.
- Possess a qualified educator holding a degree in Spanish (or related discipline) and a PGDE / B.Ed. (or recognised equivalent teacher qualification).
- Be a native Spanish speaker with the ability to communicate effectively in English within a professional setting.
- Have proven teaching experience in IGCSE Spanish as a Foreign Language and IBDP Spanish ab initio SL
- Have proven records to enable an engaging and accessible experience for students with no or minimal exposure to the Spanish language and culture
- Be a values-driven individual who thrives in a values-driven, student-centred school culture.
- Be prepared to run a Spanish CCA as part of the holistic development of the Spanish learning environment at the school
Desirable Qualifications / Experience:
- Experience with curriculum development to create bespoke learning materials.
- Experience teaching across a wide range of secondary year levels and diverse student learning backgrounds.
- Skill in leveraging educational technology and digital platforms to enhance language acquisition in the classroom.
- Leadership or managerial experience in European Languages (e.g., as a Subject/Curriculum Coordinator).
Interested parties, please send a cover letter, detailed resume including availability, present and expected salary by email to [email protected].
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