Teacher of Psychology

Happy Life Education Foundation Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Happy Life Education Foundation Limited invites a passionate Teacher of Psychology to join our school community in Hong Kong. Plan and deliver Psychology lessons aligned with IGCSE / A-Level / IB, covering cognitive, developmental, social, biological, and clinical psychology.

You will design inquiry-based activities, provide differentiated instruction, assess and give feedback, track progress, and support exam preparation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology; Master's preferred and teaching qualification required.
• Native or near-native English; Mandarin preferred for local communication.
• 2+ years of secondary Psychology teaching experience; 3+ years preferred.
• Experience with international curricula (IGCSE / A-Level / IB) is desirable.
• Strong subject knowledge and differentiated instruction skills; engagement with research.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver Psychology lessons aligned with IGCSE / A-Level / IB curricula.
• Design inquiry-based activities to develop scientific thinking and research skills.
• Provide differentiated instruction and support for diverse learners.
• Design, mark, and provide timely feedback on tests and assignments.
• Track achievement, identify gaps, and assist exam preparation and IA.
• Support pastoral care, safeguarding, and positive classroom environment.
• Collaborate with teachers, communicate progress with parents when appropriate.
• Engage in professional development and quality assurance activities.

Skills

Strong psychology knowledge

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Empirical research methods

Data analysis

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Master's degree preferred

Teaching qualification (PGDE / QTS)

Tools

Educational technology

Job description

Plan and deliver Psychology lessons in line with the curriculum (e.g. IGCSE / A-Level / IB Psychology), covering core areas such as cognitive, developmental, social, biological, and clinical psychology.

Design inquiry- and evidence-based learning activities that develop students' scientific thinking, research methods, and critical analysis skills.

Provide differentiated instruction and individual support for students of varying abilities and learning needs, promoting holistic development.

Assessment and Feedback:

Design and mark tests, assignments, and empirical research reports, providing timely and constructive feedback.

Track student achievement data, identify learning gaps, and adjust teaching strategies; support exam preparation and internal assessment for external qualifications.

Pastoral Care and Behaviour Management:

Monitor student wellbeing and behaviour in and beyond the classroom, fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment.

Model positive relationships with students and report pastoral concerns to the homeroom or relevant teacher as appropriate.

Communication and Collaboration:

Communicate effectively and respectfully with homeroom teachers, Psychology faculty colleagues, and the leadership team to support student learning.

Assist in communicating student progress and performance with parents where appropriate.

Professional Development and Quality Assurance:

Participate in the school's evaluation and faculty professional learning as a reflective practitioner, continuously improving teaching quality.

Seek professional growth through in-school or external workshops, professional reading, and training opportunities.

Child Safeguarding:

Uphold the school's child safeguarding policy and report any related concerns to the appropriate person without delay.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Academic and Language Background:

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or a related subject required; a Master's in Psychology, Education, or a related field preferred.

Native or near-native fluency in English (the primary language of Psychology instruction), with good spoken and written Mandarin Chinese preferred for local communication.

Professional Qualifications and Experience:

Relevant teaching certification (e.g. PGDE / QTS / recognized teacher qualification) required; experience teaching international curricula (IGCSE / A-Level / IB Psychology) preferred.

2+ years of secondary Psychology teaching experience (3+ years preferred).

Skills and Attributes:

Strong subject knowledge in Psychology, classroom management, and differentiated instruction skills.

Familiarity with empirical research methods and data analysis, with the ability to guide student research and internal assessment.

Passionate, patient, and collaborative, with a genuine commitment to supporting adolescents' academic, social, and emotional development.

Familiarity with basic educational technology and the ability to support a digital learning environment.

We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Teacher of Psychology to join our school community and inspire students through rigorous, inquiry-driven exploration of the human mind and behaviour.