Vice Principal & PYP Leader - Early Years

ESF; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 950,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

ESF Quarry Bay School Kindergarten (QBSK) seeks a Vice Principal to lead pedagogical strategy, oversee PYP coordination, and integrate Learning Diversity into a cohesive framework. You will balance curriculum, operations, and teacher mentorship within a warm Early Years community.

You will partner with teachers, families, and specialists to drive inquiry-based, accessible learning for all learners, supported by a Head of School and dedicated teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent).
• Strong grounding in Early Years philosophy, the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), and inclusive education practices.
• Leadership style: approachable, emotionally intelligent, communicates clearly, stays calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead IB PYP curriculum development and alignment for Early Years.
• Support high-quality teaching, learning, and authentic assessment (portfolios, observations, progress continuums).
• Guide staff through IB evaluation cycles, self-study, and curriculum documentation.
• Design and deliver workshops for staff and families, modeling inquiry-based learning.
• Champion inclusive classrooms and ensure every child’s learning needs are met.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and external specialists to tailor support strategies.
• Provide coaching on differentiated instruction and inclusive classroom practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Emotional intelligence

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

ESF Quarry Bay School Kindergarten (QBSK) seeks a Vice Principal to lead pedagogical strategy, oversee PYP coordination, and integrate Learning Diversity into a cohesive framework. You will balance curriculum, operations, and teacher mentorship within a warm Early Years community.

You will partner with teachers, families, and specialists to drive inquiry-based, accessible learning for all learners, supported by a Head of School and dedicated teams.