Educational Assistant, Spanish (Part Time) - South Island School

Job Description

South Island School is looking for an Educational Assistant, Spanish (Part Time) to join the team.

Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the classroom teacher, the candidate would be responsible for the following:

• Facilitate Spanish practice with small groups of students.
• Foster a positive and motivating learning environment.
• Help students develop confidence in their language skills.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback to the students and the classroom teacher.
• Adapt methods of delivery to support students based on their needs.
• Proactively communicate with classroom teachers prior to classes to clarify the tasks involved.
• Assist the classroom teacher/Head of Department with Spanish-related tasks as needed.
• Undertake mandatory training courses provided by the school e.g. Safeguarding.

Requirements

• Native Spanish speaker with strong communication skills in English.
• Excellent communication skills, reliability, and punctuality are essential.
• Previous experience working with children is preferred.
• Ability to effectively engage with individual students, small groups, and the entire class under the guidance of the classroom teacher.
• Capable and confident in delivering straightforward activities tailored to small groups of non-native Spanish speakers.
• Ability to connect with students and address their individual learning needs.
• Confidence in maintaining a positive and productive learning environment.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn about key aspects of the MYP, IGCSE, and IB curriculums.
• Ability to work collaboratively as an integral member of the Spanish Department.
• Proficient in ICT skills, including Microsoft Office (emails) and Google applications (Google Slides & Google Sheets); access to a personal device is required.
• Flexible in providing extra support to students during busy exam periods.
• Availability to work approximately 18 hours over a two-week period, term time only.

Applicants must be a permanent Hong Kong resident or possess a valid visa to work in Hong Kong

To Apply

Please submit your applications via the ESF online recruitment system at:

https://eoix.fa.ap1.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/requisitions?utm_medium=jobshare

Further Information

Further information can be found in the following locations:

• South Island School website: https://www.sis.edu.hk
• English Schools Foundation website: https://www.esf.edu.hk

Please contact Ms Natalie To if you have any questions: nto@sis.edu.hk

Thank you again for your interest in this role.

Closing Date: By 8am Hong Kong Time on Friday 8th August 2025

NB: We will be interviewing strong applicants prior to the closing date and reserve the right to make an early appointment ahead of the deadline. Therefore, an early application is strongly advised.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date.

By applying for this position, your application may be considered for other opportunities (senior-level roles, head of department, etc.) within ESF.

ESF is an Equal Opportunities Employer

The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunities. ESF will not discriminate on the basis of age, race, colour, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, religion, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, creed, citizenship or any other status protected by local laws or regulations.

Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the ESF's Personal Data Policy, a copy of which will be provided upon request.

ESF is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of all students in our care and expects all applicants to uphold this commitment. We adhere to rigorous recruitment practices, with all appointments contingent upon an interview, identity verification, criminal background checks (including ICPC, SCRC, and other international background checks as appropriate), assessment of social media presence, and positive references.

In accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025 guidelines, ESF may perform online checks for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview.

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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

South Island School is a dynamic, innovative and forward-looking school located in a green setting on the south side of Hong Kong Island. It caters for 1,440 students from around 40 different nations. The school prides itself on a strong values-based philosophy, an international outlook, a personalised curriculum and very high academic standards. There is a focus on the development of students' personal qualities, fostering a skill set which is creative and contemporary and which develops community responsibility under the banner 'Making a Difference'. The school is inclusive and makes excellent provision for students with a range of individual needs.
The school is authorised by the IBO to offer the MYP (Years 1-3), the IBDP, and the IBCP.
http://www.sis.edu.hk