Learning Support Teacher (Secondary School)

International Christian Schools Limited; Sha Tin; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 560,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement contributions

Professional development

Job summary

International Christian School (ICS) in Hong Kong seeks a Secondary School Learning Support Teacher to empower students with diverse learning needs. The role focuses on academic progress, social-emotional development, and spiritual growth within a biblical worldview, collaborating with teachers, families, and specialists to create an inclusive classroom where every student can thrive.

The successful candidate will assess strengths and needs, implement evidence-based interventions, and monitor

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or PGCE/PGDE required.
• Strong background in Special Education preferred.
• Experience in international schools is advantageous.
• Ability to assess student needs and implement accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Identify students with learning differences and assess strengths/weaknesses.
• Provide one-to-one and small group instruction.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized intervention plans.
• Collaborate with teachers and families to apply accommodations and support strategies.
• Maintain documentation and participate in curriculum management and committees.

Skills

Collaboration skills

Communication skills

Consultation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or PGCE/PGDE

Special Education background

Job description

Learning Support Teacher (Secondary School)

Learning Support Teacher (Secondary School)

International Christian School (ICS) is seeking a passionate Secondary School Learning Support Teacher beginning July 2027. The successful candidate will support students with diverse learning needs in achieving their academic potential while fostering their social-emotional, behavioral, and spiritual growth through a biblical worldview. Working collaboratively with teachers, students, and families, the Learning Support Teacher will help create an inclusive learning environment where all students can thrive.

ICS is a Christ-centered K-12 school dedicated to the spiritual formation and academic excellence of our 1,200 students. As one of Hong Kong’s premier college preparatory schools, we offer a classical US Liberal Arts curriculum encouraging a love of truth, beauty and goodness. Students are formed as 'Oaks of Righteousness' to serve God and neighbor in their generation.

WHY TEACH AT IC

Supportive and collaborative faculty culture

Meaningful opportunities for professional and spiritual growth

A distinctive opportunity to support students with diverse learning needs and help them flourish academically, socially, and spiritually.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Identify students with learning differences and assess their strengths/weaknesses.

Support students in developing effective learning strategies, self-advocacy skills, executive functioning skills, and academic independence.

Advocate for students with identified learning needs and collaborate with teachers and families to implement appropriate accommodations and support strategies.

Create and promote a positive, nurturing attitude and classroom environment that supports learning needs and models biblical principles.

Provide one-to-one, small group, and classroom instruction.

Maintain proper documentation for support provided to students.

Develop, implement, and monitor individualized intervention plans using evidence-based instructional practices and progress-monitoring measures.

Participate in administrative tasks that are core to the school’s operation, such as curriculum management, service on committees, as well as engagement in co-curricular activities.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

Strong passion and commitment to Christian education, and the ability to integrate biblical principles in their teaching.

A bachelor's degree in Education or PGCE/PGDE or equivalent awarded by an accredited university. A degree major or certification in Special Education or related discipline with a strong academic backdrop is preferred.

Strong subject and pedagogical knowledge in catering individual learning needs and styles. Experience in classroom teaching in an international school is preferred.

Successful experience supporting students with mild to moderate learning needs in a secondary school setting.

Demonstrated expertise in assessing student needs, developing accommodations and support plans, and implementing evidence-based interventions to promote student success.

Ability to interpret psychoeducational and educational assessment reports and translate findings into effective classroom support strategies.

Strong collaboration, consultation, and communication skills when working with students, families, faculty, and external professionals.

A team player with a positive attitude and growth mindset, and the ability to interact positively with faculty, students, and parents in all aspects of school life.

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer a competitive international compensation package, including medical benefits, retirement contributions, and professional development opportunities. ICS provides a supportive and engaging work environment marked by a distinctive Christian ethos.

SAFEGUARDING AND DATA PROTECTION

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to uphold the School’s safeguarding policies and Code of Conduct. Employment is subject to satisfactory background checks and child protection screening.

All personal data collected will be kept in strict confidence and will only be used for recruitment purposes.