Assistant French Native Speaker Jobs (NOW HIRING)

South Island School is now recruiting for an enthusiastic Part-time Educational Assistant (French) to join the team.

Responsibilities

- To support students with French learning in school

- To support students to maximize their achievements with the curriculum

- To support teachers with the aim of increasing students access to and attainment within the school curriculum

- To support teachers in preparing and managing teaching resources, as well as setting up systems to manage those resources

- To support the development of authentic language experiences

- To carry out tasks as assigned by the Head of French

Requirements

- Native or near native French, and fluent in English

- Working experience with children is preferred

- Ability to work effectively with individual students, small groups and the whole class under the direction and supervision of a qualified teacher

- Strong communication skills, collaborative and team player

- Preferable, but not necessary, to be able to plan and deliver lessons for a small cohort of native speakers (assisting with preparation for DELF examinations)

Applicants must possess a valid visa to work in Hong Kong.

For enquiries, please contact Elite Chung @ or Email: zmogg@sis.edu.hk

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date. We strongly recommend early applications as we reserve the right to appoint candidates earlier than the 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.

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.
https://sis.esf.edu.hk