Secondary Teacher – Spanish Language

Singapore International; Hong Kong; Sur place; HKD 420 000 - 720 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Singapore International School (Hong Kong) seeks an experienced Spanish Language teacher to lead the secondary program from August 2027. The role involves delivering engaging instruction, collaborating on curriculum and assessment, and serving as a positive role model within a bilingual English/Chinese environment.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Spanish with a PGDE/B.Ed., be a native Spanish speaker fluent in English, and have proven experience with IGCSE Spanish and IB DP Spanish ab

Qualifications

• Qualified educator with a degree in Spanish and a PGDE/B.Ed. or recognised equivalent.
• Native Spanish speaker with ability to communicate in English professionally.
• Proven teaching experience in IGCSE Spanish as a Foreign Language and IBDP Spanish ab initio SL.

Responsabilités

• Lead secondary students across year levels with engaging Spanish language learning.
• Deliver high-quality Spanish instruction and collaborate on curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment.
• Provide regular verbal and written feedback to students and parents.
• Undertake pastoral duties and lead after-school clubs or activities.
• Contribute to student development through leadership roles and committees.

Connaissances

Native Spanish speaker

English communication

Curriculum collaboration

Formation

Degree in Spanish

PGDE / B.Ed. or equivalent

Description du poste

Secondary Teacher – Spanish Language (starting from August 2027)

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. We are looking for creative and committed people of high calibre to join our dynamic team.

About the role

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.

In addition, all subject teachers are role models of character and values and their work extends beyond the subject classroom to other aspects of school life, including the active engagement of student development through their involvement in the after school clubs, student leadership groups and school-wide committees. As such, the successful candidate can look forward to engaging students in character and values education, as well as participating in our vibrant student leadership culture in the school.

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

• Academic Domain
  
  
  
  • 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.
  
  
  
  

• Pastoral Domain and School-wide Committees
  
  
  
  • 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.
  
  
  
  

The ideal applicant should

• 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).

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