Career Opportunities
At VSA, we adhere to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) which sets out to ensure children have the right to protection, education, health care, shelter, and good nutrition.
Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.
Vacancies
Primary
2025-26
For the School Year 2025-26, VSA is inviting applications for the following position(s):
1. PYP Chinese Associate Teacher – Fluent Mandarin Speaking
2. PYP Chinese Maternity Cover Teacher (mid-August to mid-November 2025)
3. Supply Teachers
Please see below for position requirements.
1. PYP Chinese Associate Teacher – Fluent Mandarin Speaking
Requirements
- Newly Qualified Teacher or part-time PGDE student
- Interested in gaining IB/PYP experience
- A commitment to student centred inquiry based learning
Key Responsibilities
- Support teachers and students in primary classes (6-11 years old)
- Work with small group of students
- Cover classes where appropriate
2. PYP Chinese Maternity Cover Teacher (mid-August to mid-November 2025)
- Grade 2 Level B or above for the Test of Proficiency in Putonghua
- Relevant teaching experience in primary schools
- Need to teach PYP Chinese, Mathematics and Unit of Inquiry
- A commitment to student centred inquiry based learning
- IB/PYP experience an advantage but not essential
- Contract period will be from mid-August to mid-November 2025
3. Supply Teachers
- To be included in the supply teachers’ pool and will be working on an ad hoc basis when required
- Registered teacher with the Hong Kong Education Bureau
- Commitment to student-centred and inquiry-based learning
- Knowledge of relevant PYP programmes an advantage
- Applicants must have the right to work in Hong Kong
Applicants please download and complete the application form and email along with a statement of educational philosophy and full resume to the Primary School Principal (psrecruit@vsa.edu.hk).
Secondary
2025-26
For the School Year 2025-26, VSA is inviting applications for the following position(s):
1. Supply Teachers
Please see below for position requirements.
- To be included in the supply teachers’ pool and will be working on an ad hoc basis when required
- Registered teacher with the Hong Kong Education Bureau
- Commitment to student-centred and inquiry-based learning
- Knowledge of relevant IB programmes (MYP, DP) an advantage
- Applicants must have the right to work in Hong Kong
Applicants please download and complete the application form and email along with a full resume to the Secondary School Principal (ssrecruit@vsa.edu.hk).
Whole School
2025-26
For the School Year 2025-26, VSA is inviting applications for the following position(s):
1. Director of Chinese Studies
Key Responsibilities:
1. Curriculum Alignment:
- Oversee the alignment of the Chinese curriculum across the PYP, MYP, and DP
- Develop and implement strategies that align with IB standards and practices
- Review and revise the Chinese curriculum periodically to reflect current educational trends and meet the needs of the diverse student body
2. Teaching and Learning:
- Promote effective teaching practices in IB Chinese language acquisition and language and literature
- Collaborate with Head of Chinese (Primary) and Head of Chinese (Secondary) to support teachers in implementing student-centered, inquiry-based approaches
- Monitor and evaluate teaching practices through classroom observations, feedback, and data analysis to promote continuous improvement
3. Professional Development:
- Lead professional development for Chinese teachers to enhance their pedagogical knowledge, curriculum design, and assessment strategies
- Foster a culture of collaboration among Chinese teachers
- Incorporate the latest trends and developments in Chinese education and IB practices into professional development activities
4. Leadership and Administration:
- Develop and implement the school's strategic plan for Chinese education
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that promotes cultural competence and celebrates Chinese language and culture
Requirements:
- A minimum of 8 years of experience teaching Chinese within the IB framework, preferably across multiple IB programmes (PYP, MYP, and DP)
- Proven experience in a leadership role as a Head of the Chinese Department or similar position
- In-depth knowledge of the IB curriculum, pedagogical approaches, and assessment practices for Chinese language acquisition and literature
- Familiarity with curriculum alignment and the ability to develop and implement strategies to ensure coherence across different grade levels and programmes
- Strong understanding of best practices in teaching and learning, with a focus on student-centered and inquiry-based approaches
- Demonstrated ability to lead professional development initiatives and support the growth and development of Chinese teachers
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, administrators, students, and parents
- Fluency in written and spoken Chinese (Mandarin) and proficiency in English
Applicants please download and complete the application form and email along with a full resume to the Secondary School Principal (ssrecruit@vsa.edu.hk). Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews in due course.