Victoria educational organisation

A member of CTF Education Group, Victoria Educational Organisation offers the highest quality early childhood education, recognised by parents and educators alike. A pioneer in the field of education, VEO was the first school in Hong Kong to establish in the kindergarten classroom a collaborative, co-teaching environment led by native Chinese- and English-speaking teachers. Meeting the needs of over 3000 students across seven kindergartens, one nursery school and two playgroup centres, we share a common vision to foster the global citizens of tomorrow with care and passion.

To accommodate our ongoing increase in VEO applications every year, we are pleased to announce that VEO will expand its footprint in Hong Kong.  A new VEO campus will open its doors in the academic year 2022-23 at Ocean Pride Mall in Tsuen Wan West.

We are currently recruiting for the following positions:

Principal (for Ocean Pride new campus)

We are looking for a visionary leader with effective communication skills and the drive to provide VEO students with an exceptional education. We seek a strong capable decision maker who will determine the strategic direction of the school, help develop curricula, assess teaching methods, monitor student achievement, encourage parent involvement, revise policies and procedures, administer the budget, hire, evaluate and manage both teaching and administrative staff, and oversee facilities. Importantly, he or she will also help build an environment that cultivates a growth mindset among colleagues, adapt school operations to new health and safety protocols and emergency response procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure that kindergarten programmes follow EDB directives
• Ensure that kindergarten complies with IBO’s requirements
• Create and foster an encouraging, nurturing, inspiring and knowledgeable learning environment
• Introduce and lead with best practices, to ensure high expectations are reached
• Independently manage operations of the school and oversee admissions, staff recruitment, faculty/administrative staff, and resource management
• Support fellow staff members with professional mentorship
• Be a strong team player, actively involved with management’s development of policies and programmes, teaching materials, resources, teaching practices, and pastoral arrangements
• Deliver effective communication to parents and stakeholders on school programs, student achievements, placements, and behavior
• Ensure all staff and children are safe at all times
• Work collaboratively with principals from other campuses and administrative staff from central office
• Carry out other related duties as requested by executive management
• Achieve kindergarten development goals

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or above in Early Childhood Education
• Hong Kong Kindergarten Principal Certificate (preference given)
• 10 years’ kindergarten teaching experience and at least 3 years’ kindergarten management experience
• International Baccalaureate trained (preference given)
• Familiar with Hong Kong educational ordinances and procedures
• Good collaboration and leadership skills in a multicultural environment
• A good command of English and Chinese (preference given)
• Good interpersonal and communication skills

Class Teacher – English

Key Responsibilities:

• Fosters the language development and motor, social and emotional skills of children aged 1-6 years for optimal preparation ahead of primary school education.
• Develops and executes creative, constructive lesson plans in line with curriculum
• Creates an orderly, organized classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Is enthusiastic! Interacts with students in an energetic, positive way to spark their lifelong love of learning and help them reach important milestones.
• Works in close collaboration with other members of staff.
• Understands the requirements of observing and assessing students’
• Attends and is involved in events outside standard school hours, e.g. Graduation Ceremony, Sports Day.

Job Requirements:

• Early Childhood Education experience with 1-6 year ol
• Bachelor’s Degree in Education / Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline plus PGCE/PGDE certification / Masters of Education with supervised teaching practicum.
• Is an open-minded, cooperative and responsible team member; embracing diversity within the school community.
• Exhibits a warm, supportive attitude toward all staff, children and parents.
• Has a proven record of being an outstanding practitioner in the classroom.

Class Teacher – Chinese

Key Responsibilities:

• Fosters the language development and motor, social and emotional skills of children aged 1-6 years for optimal preparation ahead of primary school education.
• Develops and executes creative, constructive lesson plans in line with curriculum
• Creates an orderly, organized classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Is enthusiastic! Interacts with students in an energetic, positive way to spark their lifelong love of learning and help them reach important milestones.
• Works in close collaboration with other members of staff.
• Understands the requirements of observing and assessing students’
• Attends and is involved in events outside standard school hours, e.g. Graduation Ceremony, Sports Day.

Job Requirements:

• Early Childhood Education experience with 1-6 year ol
• Bachelor’s Degree in Education / Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline plus PGCE/PGDE certification / Masters of Education with supervised teaching practicum.
• Is an open-minded, cooperative and responsible team member; embracing diversity within the school community.
• Exhibits a warm, supportive attitude toward all staff, children and parents.
• Has a proven record of being an outstanding practitioner in the classroom.

Supply Teacher – English

Job Requirements:

• Native English speaker.
• Possesses Early Childhood Education certification, qualifications and experience.
• Hong Kong permanent resident or in possession of a valid working visa.

Supply Teacher – Cantonese

Job Requirements:

• Holder of Teacher Certification or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)
• Registered Teacher

Supply Teacher – Putonghua

Job Requirements:

• Passed Level 2 of Putonghua Proficiency Test
• Holder of Teacher Certification or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)
• Registered Teacher

School Nurse

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for health and safety of the school, directing initiatives but also supporting principal(s) and campus(es).
• Oversees and continually reviews current reporting/examination protocols.
• Responsible for nurse roster on holidays and Saturdays when school is in
• Provides professional advice on precautions taken by school under special circumstances (SARS, COVID-19).
• Monitors and coordinates the purchase of health and safety items for the school.
• Develops strong relationships with Principals, parents, students and collaborate with other administration departments of the school.
• Enhances nursing services standards in school.
• Supports school events and PTA events.
• Assists in other VEO playgroups.

Job Requirements:

• Possesses a valid certificate to practise nursing recognized by The Nursing Council of Hong Kong.
• Experience in the education sector and understanding of the reporting requirements to Health Department and EDB will be an advantage.
• Fluency in Cantonese and English with strong communication skills.

To Apply:

Applicants should email their CV and cover letter to veohr@victoria.edu.hk.

Please note: Only short listed applicants will be contacted with further details about positions.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Personal data provided by job applicants will be used for recruitment purposes only and strictly in accordance with the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance. You may consider your application unsuccessful if you do not hear from us within 6 weeks.