Teacher - Mathematics - English Secondary Department

German Swiss International School; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 840,000; Full time

Job summary

The German Swiss International School (GSIS) in Hong Kong invites applications for a Teacher of Mathematics in the English International Stream (Secondary). The successful candidate will teach Year 7–13, prepare students for IGCSE Mathematics and Additional Mathematics, and contribute to the IB Diploma programme.

GSIS emphasizes high standards, safeguarding, and professional development; the role offers engagement with extra-curricular maths enrichment, competitions, and overseas trips within a

Qualifications

• PGCE or equivalent in Secondary Education required.
• Bachelor's or higher degree in Mathematics or related discipline.
• Three years+ Mathematics teaching in high-achieving schools preferred.
• Experience with the IB Diploma Programme advantageous (Analysis & Approaches / Applications & Interpretation).
• Experience in an international context desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach throughout the English Secondary Department (Year 7–13).
• Prepare students for Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics and Additional Mathematics and for the IB Diploma.
• Engage with extra-curricular maths enrichment and competitions; lead or participate in educational trips.
• Utilize educational technology to meet student needs and support safeguarding policies.

Skills

Mathematics teaching

Excellent English

Differentiation in-class

Educational technology in classroom

Safeguarding knowledge

Pedagogical development

Independent work ethic

Extra-curricular coordination

Education

Secondary Education PGCE or equivalent

Bachelor's in Mathematics or related

IB Diploma Programme experience (advantageous)

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 1350 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 from experienced and qualified candidates for the following position starting in August 2027

TEACHER OF MATHEMATICS (ENGLISH INTERNATIONAL STREAM – SECONDARY SCHOOL)

The successful candidate will be required to teach throughout the English Secondary Department (Year 7-13), and to prepare students for the Cambridge International IGCSE examinations in both Mathematics and Additional Mathematics, as well as the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. The Teacher 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 Mathematics 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 Mathematics enrichment and competitions 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 Mathematics or related disciplines.
• Three years, or more, of Mathematics teaching experience in high-achieving schools is preferred
• Experience of, or knowledge of, the IB Diploma Program in both Analysis & Approaches and Applications & Interpretation is advantageous
• For candidates without experience of the IB Diploma Programme, a record of delivering comparable upper secondary school Mathematics courses to a high level is required.
• Experience in an international context 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 gsis.edu.hk. Applicants not invited for an interview after six weeks may consider their applications unsuccessful.

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