Secondary Teacher – Spanish Language (starting from August 2027)

Singapore International School (Hong Kong); Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 520,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Singapore International School (Hong Kong) seeks a dynamic Spanish Language teacher for its Secondary section from August 2027. The role involves delivering high-quality Spanish instruction, collaborating with the European Languages Department on curriculum and assessment, and actively engaging students through clubs and leadership activities.

The ideal candidate is a native Spanish speaker with a Spanish degree and PGDE/B.Ed., and is committed to a values-driven, student-centered school culture.

Qualifications

• Qualified educator with degree in Spanish and a recognised teaching qualification (PGDE/B.Ed.).
• Native Spanish speaker with ability to communicate in English in a professional setting.
• Experience teaching IGCSE Spanish as a Foreign Language and IBDP Spanish ab initio SL.

Responsibilities

• Lead Secondary students across year levels with engaging Spanish instruction (IGCSE/IBDP).
• Collaborate on curriculum, pedagogy and assessment development with European Languages Dept.
• Provide regular feedback to students and parents on academic progress.
• Undertake pastoral duties, form-teachership and lead after-school clubs or activities.

Skills

Native Spanish speaker

English communication

Education

Degree in Spanish

PGDE / B.Ed.

Job description

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).

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. All personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.

Singapore International School (Hong Kong) offers through-train education from Preparatory Years to pre-university levels for all nationalities and is the only overseas school supported by Singapore’s Ministry of Education (MOE). Our rigorous bilingual curriculum is guided by the Singapore education philosophy and we aim to provide a holistic education to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people to meet the future and life’s challenges as confident well-rounded global citizens.