Teacher

German-Swiss-International-School; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Housing allowance

Relocation allowance

Education benefits

Staff transport & meals

Job summary

German-Swiss-International-School (GSIS) seeks an enthusiastic Early Years Teacher for the Pok Fu Lam Campus, commencing August 2027. The Kindergarten English International Stream offers an EYFS-aligned curriculum to a diverse international student body.

The successful candidate will have at least five years of Kindergarten teaching, provide engaging, child-centered lessons, and work closely with parents and a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of kindergarten teaching experience.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English.
• Ability to deliver inspiring lessons grounded in a child-centered approach.
• Experience in developing/adapting curricula using EYFS framework is a plus.
• Strong collaboration with parents and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Deliver inspiring EYFS lessons for Kindergarten pupils.
• Develop and adapt curriculum to developmental needs.
• Work closely with children and parents/carers.
• Manage classroom effectively and take initiative in areas of specialization.
• Reflect on practice and pursue ongoing professional learning.

Skills

Classroom management

Student engagement

Team collaboration

Proactive/initiative

Technology in classroom

Education

Early Years qualification

Knowledge of EYFS framework

Tools

Learning technologies

Pupil progress tracking software

Job description

The German Swiss International School (GSIS) is one of Hong Kong's leading international schools providing quality, holistic education to a multinational student body of approximately 1300 students and 250 faculty and staff. The school is organised into two Streams, German and English leading to qualifications in the German International Abitur and I/GCSE & IBDP respectively. We are inviting applications for the following position commencing in August 2027.

EARLY YEARS TEACHER (POK FU LAM CAMPUS)

(ENGLISH INTERNATIONAL STREAM – KINDERGARTEN)

The Kindergarten at GSIS integrates both the German International Stream and the English International Stream, where students work and learn together under one roof.

The Kindergarten English International Stream follows a curriculum to suit our international student body.

The successful candidate shall be an excellent classroom practitioner who is dedicated to enabling each child to achieve the highest possible standards. At GSIS, our students demonstrate a high level of motivation and engagement in their learning, making them a joy to work with.

What is required and what we're looking for

• A relevant Early Years qualification with at least five years of classroom experience teaching Kindergarten pupils.
• The ability to deliver inspiring lessons that engage children of Kindergarten age range grounded in a nurturing, caring child-centred approach.
• Experience in delivering, developing and adapting an instructional programme based on the EYFS framework would be an advantage.
• Openness to new ideas and practices with the ability to develop the curriculum to suit children's developmental needs.
• Work closely and effectively with the children and their parents/carers.
• Possess excellent classroom management and organisational skills.
• Demonstrate proficiency with learning technologies and experience of using software to track pupil progress.
• Cultural openness and ability to work collaboratively within a highly motivated team.
• Flexible, proactive, patient with the confidence and ability to use initiative appropriately.
• Ability to communicate effectively within a team and willingness to take the lead in areas of specialism.
• A reflective practitioner who is willing to learn from others and take ownership of their professional learning and development.
• The successful candidate must have excellent command of spoken and written English.

GSIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Full background checks including employment history and reference checks, criminal record checks and child protection screening will be conducted to safeguard all students at GSIS. The successful candidate will also be required to attend in‑house child protection and safeguarding training and sign a Code of Conduct.

What we offer

GSIS offers benefits such as competitive salary, contractual gratuity, medical health insurance, housing allowance, relocation allowance and education benefits. Staff bus transportation between Central and the Peak Campus (subject to availability), and meals at our in‑house cafeteria, are offered at reduced prices.

Our employees work in a high trust environment where they are afforded responsibility without unnecessary micro‑management. Professional development and continuous learning are actively encouraged and financially supported. We welcome candidates who show a commitment to continuous development and are willing to contribute to wider school activities.

You will be working with excellent students with outstanding academic results. You can see the impressive results on our website at https://www.gsis.edu.hk/en/school-life/news-and-events/news/.

Further information on the school, its facilities and programmes are available on the school's website https://www.gsis.edu.hk/. Applicants not invited for an interview after four weeks may consider their applications unsuccessful.