Job Description
Employer: English Schools Foundation
Location: Hong Kong
Current Live Openings:
We are now recruiting English Teachers for Secondary Schools for August 2025. Please apply through these job advertisements to express your interest.
Alternatively, you may explore our current openings for English Teachers at Secondary Schools by clicking here: Live Current Openings.
Brief Job Overview:
As a teacher of English at one of our secondary schools, you will have the opportunity to teach a wide array of literature and writing techniques to students ranging from Year 7 all through Year 13.
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 MYP 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 Now” 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.
For enquiries, please contact Mike Diep at mike.diep@esfcentre.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.
Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.
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. For further details about ESF, please visit our website at http://www.esf.edu.hk/.
English Schools Foundation
Hong Kong