2024 - 2025 Chatteris International Graduate Programme
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Be the difference that inspires a young mind. Apply now to teach English in Hong Kong and experience life in one of the world's most cosmopolitan cities.
About the Organisation:
This is a non-profit, charitable organisation that has been working in partnership with local schools in Hong Kong since 1990. They provide English development programmes which give students the opportunity to learn English in a fun and interactive way; promoting cultural exchange and developing diverse young leaders with a global vision.
They are particularly committed to supporting less privileged students. By enhancing the English language proficiency and confidence of these students, Chatteris bridges the language skill gap that many are faced with, providing them with increased independence and employment opportunities, and a pathway to achieving a brighter future.
To find out more about our organisation and the work that they do in the community, please visit: www.chatteris.org.hk
Job Description:
Chatteris Tutors are placed full-time in local Hong Kong schools to help raise students’ English language proficiency. Through dynamic interactions which enrich the English language learning environment, tutors motivate students to learn and use English every day.
Our tutors inspire young minds by collaborating with local English teaching staff to plan and deliver exciting and engaging lessons. They also organise interactive workshops, instructive tutorials, and experiential events which complement the school’s curriculum and empower students’ confidence and ability.
What can you expect from them?
- Training and feedback sessions throughout the programme (no experience or teaching certificate required)
- Sponsored work visa (they apply on your behalf)
- Orientation and settling-in support
- Accommodation provided during orientation
- Financial and logistical help to find accommodation
- Opportunities to work on a number of community projects outside of school
- Career mentorship, professional development workshops, and networking events
- Opportunities for career advancement
- An active social community
- Cantonese lessons and cultural workshops
- Welfare and emergency support
Details:
Contract: Full-time, 9 months (option to extend)
Start date: Orientation begins on Friday 9 August 2024
End date: Friday 30 May 2025
Salary: $17,000 HKD per month
Holidays: HK Public Holidays, Christmas, Lunar New Year, and Easter
What do they expect from you?
- A university degree (any discipline)
- Very high level of English proficiency
- An interest in working with children, teenagers, or young adults
- A proactive and creative nature
- Cultural sensitivity and openness