Teacher of Design & Technology

English Schools Foundation; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

KGV School in Hong Kong seeks a Design Technology teacher to deliver across the MYP, GCSE and IBDP/BTEC frameworks, with responsibilities for curriculum planning and student learning outcomes. This is a full-time role on a finite 2-year contract starting August 2027.

Applicants should hold a Bachelor in Design Technology and a recognised Postgraduate teaching qualification, with a strong DT background and data-informed teaching approach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Design Technology or similar, plus a recognised Postgraduate teaching qualification, or equivalent.
• Strong background in Design Technology and an ability to teach this subject to MYP (including food and mixed materials units), GCSE and IBDP and BTEC levels.
• Experience in IBDP and BTEC is desirable but not essential.
• Health and Safety accreditation would be an advantage however training / upskilling in key materials areas can be provided within the faculty.
• Experience and ability to use data on student learning to modify curriculum, teaching and assessment provision
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to form positive relationships with students, staff and parents
• Contribute strongly to the DT Department Professional Learning Teams collaboration which is focused on improving student learning
• Monitor the impact of teaching strategies through collaborative enquiry and data informed conversations
• Ability to lead or support extra‑curricular activities as part of the whole‑school CAS programme and attend school functions as a representative of the school leadership team

Responsibilities

• Lead or support DT lessons across MYP, GCSE and IB/BTCH programs.
• Collaborate with department teams to improve student learning outcomes.
• Use data to inform curriculum, teaching and assessment.
• Involve in extra-curricular activities as part of CAS and school events.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teaching across MYP/GCSE/IBDP/BTEC

Data-informed teaching

Collaboration in department

CAS activities participation

Education

Bachelors in Design Technology or similar

Postgraduate teaching qualification or equivalent

Job description

KGV Teacher of Design Technology Full-Time 2-Year Finite Contract – From August 2027

KGV School (KGV), our purpose is based on our belief that each and every student can ‘be their own remarkable…’ This drives our vision to create ‘school for one’, a place where each and every person engages in remarkable learning to achieve at high levels and be the best they can be. Our school is also about continual improvement. As an agile school, we collaborate and innovate to make a difference in the communities we serve and lead. KGV School is part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF), the largest provider of English-medium international education in Hong Kong.

Our school delivers the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) in years 7 to 9, the (I)GCSE in years 10 and 11, after which our students progress to study either the IB Diploma Program or the more vocationally oriented BTEC applied learning program in years 12 and 13.

At KGV School, all our staff are leaders and we shape our culture by: Modelling and maximising learning through building capacity in others and participating as a learner; Contributing to our collaborative and professional environment by enacting our four elements of trust – compassion, competence, communication and consistency; Accepting personal accountability for our behaviours and the quality of our outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Design Technology or similar, plus a recognised Postgraduate teaching qualification, or equivalent
• A strong background in Design Technology and an ability to teach this subject to MYP (including food and mixed materials units), GCSE and IBDP and BTEC levels.
• Experience in IBDP and BTEC is desirable but not essential.
• Previous Health and Safety accreditation would be an advantage however training / upskilling in key materials areas can be provided within the faculty.
• Experience and ability to use data on student learning to modify curriculum, teaching and assessment provision
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to form positive relationships with students, staff and parents
• Contribute strongly to the DT Department Professional Learning Teams collaboration which is focused on improving student learning
• Monitor the impact of teaching strategies through collaborative enquiry and data informed conversations
• Ability to lead or support extra‑curricular activities as part of the whole‑school CAS programme and attend school functions as a representative of the school leadership team

For enquiries, please contact Elsa Wong @ 27113029 or Email: [e-mail] Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date. We strongly recommend early applications as we reserve the right to appoint candidates earlier than the closing date. By applying for this position, your application may be considered for other opportunities (senior-level roles, head of department, etc.) within ESF.

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About Us

The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is the largest English‑medium international school organisation in Hong Kong. Our 22 schools and comprehensive programme of extra‑curricular activities bring out the best in every student through a personalised approach to learning and by inspiring curious minds. There are over 18,000 students from 75 different nationalities in ESF kindergartens, primary, secondary and all‑through schools. www.esf.edu.hk

About the Team

At ESF King George V School (KGV), our purpose is based on our belief that every student can ‘be their own remarkable…’ as they achieve, improve and learn. Our vision is to create a ‘school for one’. A place where each and every person engages in remarkable learning to achieve at high levels and be the best they can be. Our school is also about continual improvement. As an agile school, we collaborate and innovate to make a difference in the communities we serve and lead. The school is well known for its commitment to developing all aspects of student life and it has a fine tradition in sport, music, drama, dance, community service, charity work and environmental sustainability. Our school has a very strong House system, which is run and inspired by our students and provides a wide range of learning opportunities and activities. https://kgv.esf.edu.hk Our vision is for every student to be the best that they can be. Our mission is to inspire creativity and nurture global citizens and leaders of the future. We do this by creating joyful learning environments, led by a community of exceptional teachers who bring out the best in every child through a personalised approach to learning and by inspiring curious minds.

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