Bloom KKCA Academy Limited 百卉九江書院招聘
Introduction
Founded by educators, entrepreneurs, and engineers, Bloom KKCA Academy provides an innovative G1-6 bilingual, project-based education. From a NASA engineer to a certified forest school educator, our teachers are what make Bloom special. Our approach to education is to look past conventional expectations to attend to the child in front of us, the whole child, full of unique potential. Our bilingual curriculum (Mandarin and English) combines a project-based approach with research-based, academically rigorous programs. Our founding team shares an intense passion for changing the way education prepares students for the future. We have led academic programs at top local and international schools on five continents, and we are excited to bring those diverse perspectives to building Bloom KKCA Academy. Learn more at www.bloom.edu.hk.
Director of Marketing and Admissions
Position Overview
We are seeking a passionate Director of Marketing and Admissions who believes in Bloom’s mission to create compassionate creators and social innovators. You should fully understand what makes Bloom unique and why parents would select Bloom from a wide range of other schooling options in Hong Kong. You have a long track record of marketing and admissions success at other schools (or similar enterprises). You are someone who parents can come to trust easily, and you are a great leader who can guide the marketing and admissions teams to do their very best work. You are comfortable engaging with parents and colleagues of diverse backgrounds, and you are a congenial professional who can influence others to act in service of the school’s growth.
Reports To
Founder and Head of School
Deputy Principal
Key Responsibilities for Director of Admissions and Marketing includes:
Collaborate with senior leadership to optimize recruitment processes.
Oversee end-to-end admissions for Primary and Secondary Schools, including strategy implementation, tours, and parent liaison.
Design engagement strategies to convert inquiries into enrollments.
Work with teaching staff on effective student assessments.
Build partnerships with local brands and kindergartens for recruitment.
Manage financial aid/scholarship processes
Analyze enrollment data to identify growth opportunities.
Develop a marketing plan aligned with school mission and enrollment goals.
Enhance the Bloom Academy brand through impactful marketing and PR activities.
Optimize marketing spend to attract relevant parents effectively.
Ensure all communications reflect the school’s vision and values.
Engage stakeholders to expand outreach and reputation.
Recruit and manage a skilled marketing team and collaborate with top agencies.Manage an admissions and marketing team.
Any ad-hoc tasks assigned by senior leadership
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Education, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s preferred.
Over 7 years of experience in marketing and/or sales, with proven expertise in admissions and marketing, preferably within an educational setting.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Data-driven mindset with experience in analyzing enrollment trends.
Creative problem-solving skills and a passion for education.
High proficiency in English and Chinese (both written and verbal communication), fluency in Cantonese and Mandarin.
Apply now to join our team and shape the future of education at Bloom!
To apply, please email your cover letter, resume, and expected salary to recruitment@bloom.edu.hk.
Personal information will be used for recruitment purposes only. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Upper Primary Homeroom Teacher
Position Overview
Effective teachers who continually learn and set high expectations are the key to student academic and holistic success. In addition to the traditional responsibilities excellent teachers assume outside of the typical school day, a Bloom KKCA Academy teacher will also assume the exciting responsibilities and challenges of starting a new school. Successful candidates will have proven teaching ability and be able to act as a pedagogical leader as the program grows.
We are seeking a passionate educator who is committed to high quality teaching, creative and rigorous curriculum development, and positive education. We hope to work together with teachers who embrace collaborative planning, multicultural education, innovative practices, and hands-on, child-centered learning. This teaching position provides significant opportunities for professional growth.
Reports To
Founder and Head of School
Headmistress
Key Responsibilities:
Teaching
Claim ownership of the privilege and responsibility of teaching to ensure high levels of student development across all continua
Establish a supportive, positive classroom culture that sets high expectations and is student-centered
Focus on upper elementary years of G4-6
Consistently teach with purpose, clarity, effectiveness, and engagement
Carefully monitor student progress and make necessary adjustments to ensure students flourish
Work collaboratively to plan and implement weekly field trips, experiential and real-world learning opportunities
Implement and expand upon our chosen positive education program as a homeroom teacher
Incorporate technology into the learning process when appropriate
Encourage children’s creative development and leverage project-based learning to inspire students to apply their learning
Communication & Community
Act as homeroom teacher taking care of pastoral needs of students
Communicate regularly with families as partners in the education of their children
Model expectations to students by arriving to school on time, being prepared to teach, and reflecting our values
Maintain strong communication lines with colleagues and regularly collaborate
Participate in and initiate productive student-centered discussions
Contribute to extracurricular activities if needed
Be involved in school development through committee work
Work to foster a positive, engaging work environment
Attend all professional development and staff meetings
Nurture a culture where teachers view themselves essentially as facilitators of learning and reflective practitioners
Documentation
Advise and cooperate with the Head of School, Principal, Primary School Coordinator and other teachers in the preparation and development of courses of study, teaching materials, teaching programs, methods of teaching and lesson planning and assessment
Ensure that curriculum documentation is up-to-date
Assist in development of curriculum mapping
Regularly document student progress, including informal observations, running records and quarterly reports
Perform clerical duties, as required
Key Requirements:
Knowledge, Abilities, Characteristics, and Interests
Knowledge, Abilities, Characteristics, and Interests
Knowledge of:
Child growth and development
Current trends, research, and best practices
Primary content areas
Ability to:
Employ varied teaching methods
Create a positive and productive learning environment
Motivate students, colleagues, and key stakeholders
Handle problems and concerns with sensitivity and tact
Confidently and competently communicate orally and in writing with students, parents, and others
Plan, establish priorities, and implement activities and performances of understanding for maximum effectiveness
Embrace hands-on and project-based learning that is interdisciplinary
Use a range of assessments to determine student achievement and then analyze results in order to determine actions for improvement
Work effectively with peers, administrators, and others
Value unique perspectives, experiences, and personalities to build relationships
Characteristics:
Organized and efficient
Critical and creative thinker
Inter-culturally aware with well-developed interpersonal skills
Approachable and positive
Innovative and flexible
Comfortable working and flourishing in an ever-changing environment
Self-starter, proactive, and an active learner
Interests
Creativity and innovation
Hands-on learning
Positive education
Multiculturalism
Professional development
Collaboration
Required Qualifications
Minimum five (5) years of successful classroom (or similar) teaching experience
Bachelor’s degree
Native fluency in English
Current teaching certification or licensure
Demonstrated academic excellence
Satisfactory criminal background check
Preferred Qualifications
M.A. or M.Ed.
Experience teaching PYP, IPC, project-based learning, Reggio Emilia, or similar programs
Specialist certification (reading, math)
Ability to teach other content areas (arts, coding, PE, etc.)
Qualified candidates will be remunerated with a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
To apply, please email your cover letter, resume, and educational philosophy to recruitment@bloom.edu.hk.
Optional: please create a 2-minute video answering the following questions:
What makes you passionate about teaching the next generation of students?
Give an example of how you have implemented project-based learning and/or demonstrated innovation in your practice.
In 3 words, describe how one of your current / former students would describe you.
Tell us something cool about yourself that reflects your personality!
Personal information will be used for recruitment purposes only. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Successful candidates will be expected to begin by August 2024.