Teacher - Geography - English Secondary Department

German Swiss International School | 德瑞國際學校; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 400,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development support

Job summary

German Swiss International School (GSIS) in Hong Kong invites applications for a Geography Teacher in the English International Stream – Secondary Department. The successful candidate will teach across Years 7–13, prepare students for IGCSE Geography and the IB Diploma, and contribute to the school’s enrichment and field-trip programmes.

We seek a passionate educator with native-level English, strong classroom practice, and a commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification in Secondary Education (PGCE or equivalent).
• Three years or more of Geography teaching experience in high‑achieving schools preferred.
• Experience of or knowledge of the IB Diploma Program in Geography is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Teach Geography to Year 7–13 in the English International Stream (Secondary Department).
• Prepare students for IGCSE examinations and the IB Diploma.
• Lead or participate in educational trips and the school enrichment programme.
• Fully engage with extracurricular activities and use educational technology to support learning.
• Commit to safeguarding and student wellbeing in line with school policy.

Skills

Geography teaching

IB Diploma knowledge

Classroom management

Education

PGCE or equivalent in Secondary Education

Bachelor's degree in Geography or related

Job description

The German Swiss International School (GSIS) is one of Hong Kong's leading international schools with 250 faculty and staff providing quality, holistic education to a multinational student body of approximately 1350 students. 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 from experienced and qualified candidates for the following position commencing in August 2027

GEOGRAPHY TEACHER

(English International Stream – Secondary Department)

The teacher will be required to teach throughout the English Secondary Department (Year 7-13), and to prepare students for the IGCSE examinations in Geography, as well as the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. The successful candidate will 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.

We Are Looking For a Candidate Who Is

• Passionate about Geography and able to inspire students to study the subject further
• An Excellent English speaker with sound written and oral communication skills (native speaker level)
• Culturally sensitive, tolerant and patient
• Positive, proactive, and independent work ethic
• Capable of teaching and supporting aspirational and high achieving students, differentiating in-class to meet the needs of individuals.
• Eager to fully engage with the school extra-curricular programme, the Geography enrichment and field-trip programme, and to lead or participate in other educational trips (including residential trips to overseas destinations).
• Adaptable in the classroom to make full use of educational technology to meet student needs
• Knowledgeable in the latest safeguarding systems to ensure student wellbeing
• Actively engaged in furthering their own pedagogical knowledge

Qualifications And Previous Work Experience

• Teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent) in Secondary Education is required, usually accompanied by a Bachelors (or Higher) degree in Geography or related disciplines.
• Three years, or more, of Geography teaching experience in high-achieving schools is preferred
• Experience of, or knowledge of, the IB Diploma Program in both Geography is advantageous
• For candidates without experience of the IB Diploma Programme, a record of delivering comparable upper secondary school Geography courses to a high level is required.
• Experience in an international context is desirable
• A record of professional development in areas including curriculum delivery, pedagogy, pastoral care and wellbeing is desirable

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 an excellent working environment in an international school within a dynamic community. You will be working with talented, motivated and aspirational students and families towards excellent academic outcomes with outstanding academic results. The English International Stream consistently achieves outstanding I/GCSE and IB Diploma results, maintaining a world-class standard year after year.

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 professional development and are willing to contribute to wider school activities.

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 interview after four weeks may consider their applications unsuccessful. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.