early childhood teacher - jan 2019 - hong kong

School Vision / Ethos: Situated in Kowloon, this is a non-profit, coeducational day school for students from Reception to Year 12. Founded in 1995, the school now welcomes more than 1,100 students. Operating on an Australian school year (late January to mid-December), this is the only school in Hong Kong to utilise the Australian curriculum. Primary students study the Australian national curriculum and Years 7-10 students study the NSW curriculum, with school based examinations and assessments at the end of Year 10. The school offers senior secondary students (Year 11 and Year 12) the option to undertake either the NSW Higher School Certificate or the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IBDP), creating a seamless transition to all universities in Australia and around the world. The school´s wellbeing program complements the school´s rigorous academic focus while enabling students to develop personality and character, celebrate excellence, develop confidence, and maintain genuine and meaningful friendships. The school is well resourced and housed in a purpose built campus, with air-conditioned classrooms, pool, gymnasiums and a playing field. An exciting program for students allows for overseas travel and community outreach.

Location Overview: Hong Kong Island itself, with its world-famous skyline, is the canter of this archipelago set in the South China Sea, just off the mainland. Ancient and modern attractions are crammed into Hong Kong Island - Hong Kong Disneyland contrasts with museums displaying the fabulous artefacts of Imperial China, Buddhist temples, vast colonial buildings, and traditional markets. The city is famed for its seafood, Cantonese, and international cuisine, and its amazing shopping opportunities. Soaring Victoria Peak is still a favourite spot for its magnificent views across the iconic harbour to Kowloon.