Job Description

West Island School is a premier international school in Hong Kong, dedicated to providing a high-quality education that fosters inquiry, collaboration, and personal growth. With a diverse team of about 160 full-time staff representing over 16 nationalities, our community is proactive, passionate, and supportive, making it an exciting place to live and work.

West Island School is currently seeking to appoint a Teacher of Visual Arts to start in August 2025 on a full-time, 2-year renewable contract by mutual agreement.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

• Sequence, guide, and teach the exploration of art techniques and the development of ideas across all year levels.
• Actively demonstrate techniques and guide students through art-making processes, ensuring clarity and engagement.
• Continuously evolve teaching methods and units of work to reflect the changing landscape of the visual arts.
  
  

Artistic Expertise and Innovation

• Demonstrate specialist skills, experience, and a high level of knowledge in at least two areas of art-making, such as drawing, printmaking, painting, photography, digital art, textiles/fabric, or collage.
• Possess strong technical skills, including the use of a printing press, oil painting, drawing/mark making, stencilling, photography, and mixed media.
• Integrate digital software with traditional techniques to create a dynamic and evolving art curriculum, with proficiency in Adobe software to support digital art-making processes.
  
  

Student-Centered Approach and Administration

• Prioritize the needs of students by adapting to varying abilities and learning styles.
• Establish strong communication and connections with students through regular and personalized feedback sessions.
• Foster a supportive and enthusiastic environment for creativity, teaching, and learning excellence.
• Work on collaborative exhibitions, workshops, and creative projects with colleagues and students that showcase and celebrate the achievements of visual arts students.
• Maintain a safe working environment, ensuring health and safety measures are always followed.
  
  

Pastoral Care

• Serve as a tutor for a group of approximately 15 students, supporting their holistic development through pastoral work.
  
  

Extra-Curricular Contributions

• Actively participate in extra-curricular events and activities, either through personal interests or in support of student-led initiatives.
  
  

Educational Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, or a Bachelor’s Degree in Arts with PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education), or equivalent.
• Experience teaching English across the full age and ability range up to and including Year 13 (IB Higher or equivalent).
• Proven track record as an excellent classroom teacher, with experience in global citizenship and service-oriented learning.
  
  

Expectations- Professional Skills And Abilities

• A proactive, adaptable, and passionate team player of arts and creativity.
• Open-minded and flexible in teaching methods.
• Commitment to inclusion and fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Proven experience leading or contributing to extra-curricular (CAS) programs.
• Ability to work collaboratively in developing curriculum and pedagogy.
• Skilled at balancing innovation with tradition in art education.
• Committed to meeting the needs of every student and nurturing their artistic potential.
• A strong communicator who can connect with students, staff, and the wider school community.
  
  

Benefits

In return for your passion and dedication to delivering quality education, we offer:

• A highly competitive salary
• Gratuity and Cash allowance
• Subsidized school places for your children
• Security and opportunities provided by being part of the English Schools Foundation
  
  

For more information, please refer to the ESF Terms and Conditions.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Rathi NandaKumar – [via CTgoodjobs Apply Now]

Learn More About Us

To get a deeper insight into teaching at West Island School and our vibrant community, watch our introductory video: Teaching at West Island School

For more information about our school, including our values, programs, and community, please visit the following links: West Island School at a glance

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date. We strongly recommend early applications as we reserve the right to appoint candidates earlier than the 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 opportunity. 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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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.

www.esf.edu.hk

About The Team

West Island School is a world class co-educational IB World School with a leading reputation in Hong Kong. Our school motto “Strength from Diversity” reflects that the school caters for students from over 40 nationalities. The school has a strong focus on developing responsible global citizenship teaching through the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Courage, compassion and service beyond the classroom define our students. We have a reputation for academic excellence and the vast majority of students graduate to a range of leading worldwide universities after completing the IBDP or IBCP programme. In 2020, our average score for the IB Diploma was 37, and 29% of students achieved 40 points or more. Extracurricular activities are offered termly through an extensive CAS programme (Community, Activity and Service). We have a strong focus on pastoral care to support the whole development of young people.

http://www.wis.edu.hk

Job Info

• Job Identification 3753
• Posting Date 03/20/2025, 03:02 AM
• Apply Before 04/04/2025, 03:59 PM
• Degree Level Teaching Qualification
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations West Island School

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