Career FAQ
FAQ: Educational Roles
- When does the recruitment process begin at CIS?
- When do new teachers start at school?
- What qualifications do you need to apply for teaching positions at CIS?
- Will my qualifications or education certificates obtained from overseas or mainland China be recognised?
- How can I find out the results of my application?
- What salary range and benefits package is offered at CIS?
- Do you offer rental reimbursement?
- What is the difference between the Hong Kong and Hangzhou campuses?
- Are student tuition and fees covered by CIS?
- Do new hires receive an orientation to the school?
- Are there any things I must do prior to my arrival to Hong Kong?
- How do I apply to CIS?
When does the recruitment process begin at CIS?
When do new teachers start at school?
Historically, the CIS school year begins with staff orientation during the 2nd week of August and the first day of school during the 3rd week of August. To find the specific dates for the next school year, please click here.
What qualifications do you need to apply for teaching positions at CIS?
Required Teacher Qualifications
Teaching Credentials
Valid teaching credential or equivalent in subject area from a government institution (four-year degrees required).
Teaching Experience
Two years full-time teaching experience in the grade level or subject area of our vacancy.
Best Practices & Professional Development
Familiarity with best practices in education and evidence of recent professional growth activities.
Co-Curricular Activities
Dedication to teaching, diverse talents and interests and ability to support co-curricular activities.
Bilingual Environment
Dynamic and collaborative teachers who have the ability and desire to work in a bilingual environment.
In General
Previous experience at institutions offering bilingual or International Baccalaureate programmes is generally considered advantageous.
Will my qualifications or education certificates obtained from overseas or mainland China be recognised?
How can I find out the results of my application?
We will invite shortlisted candidates for an interview within three weeks after receiving their application and will notify the successful applicants within two weeks after the interview. If you have not been invited for an interview within four weeks from the closing date of the application, the application will be considered unsuccessful.
What salary range and benefits package is offered at CIS?
CIS offers a competitive salary and benefits package that reflects the years of experience a faculty member has accrued. Those faculty members with Masters or Doctorate degrees will be provided enhancements to their base salary respectively. To learn more about the benefits offered at CIS, please reach out to HR.
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Do you offer rental reimbursement?
What is the difference between the Hong Kong and Hangzhou campuses?
Are student tuition and fees covered by CIS?
Do new hires receive an orientation to the school?
Are there any things I must do prior to my arrival to Hong Kong?
There are two things you must do prior to your arrival or upon arrival. At least two weeks before your arrival date, you must book an appointment online with the Immigration Department in order to process your Hong Kong Identity Card. Upon arrival, you must open a local bank account. CIS strongly recommends HSBC as the school has a long-standing relationship with HSBC and therefore should be able to provide you with additional support.
How do I apply to CIS?
Please apply through Schrole or Search Associates. Interested applicants may also send their resume and cover letter to hr@cis.edu.hk indicating the position on the subject line. If you have any questions, please email them to the same address.
FAQ: Operational Roles
- Where are job vacancies posted?
- What employment benefits do Operational staff receive?
- Are student tuition and fees covered by CIS?
- What other benefits are there when working at a school?
Where are job vacancies posted?
What employment benefits do Operational staff receive?
Staff well-being is a core focus here at CIS. Operational staff will be entitled to:
- Annual leave (typically 18 days a year) and compensated well-being leave (5 days a year);
- Medical, dental, vision care and life insurance plans;
- Professional Development and upskilling opportunities, both in-house and upon approval of your supervisor, sponsorship of external courses;
- Flexible and/or reduced working hours during student holidays (dependent on work priorities of specific departments)
Are student tuition and fees covered by CIS?
What other benefits are there when working at a school?
Free shuttle bus services to Causeway Bay, Central and also to Tseung Kwan O are available for staff use at 4:10pm and 5:10pm everyday on a first come first serve basis.
Staff may also borrow books from the school’s libraries, eat subsidised meals in the cafeteria and exercise in the swimming pool and fitness room when facilities are not used by students.