The Independent Schools Foundation Academy (The ISF Academy) has a deep commitment to Hong Kong, inspiring Pre-Primary to Grade 12 learners to act as empowered global stewards since its establishment in 2003. As an internationally accredited private independent school, our unique student-focused academic curriculum and experiential learning programs are deeply rooted in Chinese culture combined with a truly bi-lingual and intercultural learning environment. ISF’s exceptional IB Diploma Programme performance over many cohorts, has seen graduates accepted at the world’s most prestigious universities to continue their next stage of learning. The school currently has around 2600 students and 530 employees across the ISF Pre-School and Academy.

We are now seeking a self-driven, passionate and experienced candidate to fill the following position:

Senior Fencing Instructor (Ref: BELL/FI/20260203_jdb)

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Director of Athletics to develop full program details, including curriculums and structure progression levels (beginner to advanced);

• Take an active role in promoting the Fencing Program to The ISF Academy community to drive participation and enthusiasm;

• Deliver hands-on instruction of the Fencing Program at The ISF Academy, ensuring lessons are engaging and suitable for various age groups and skill levels;

• Maintain flow and continuity of all lessons, ensuring correct and accurate technique (footwork, blade work, and tactics) is taught and that lessons achieve positive result;

• Ensure fencing pistes and equipment are set up before each lesson and maintain the tidiness of the venue after the coaching session. Ensure lesson plans are followed and lesson attendance is accurately recorded for administrative purposes.

• Prepare appropriate lesson plans and show initiative in improving lesson plans; and

Requirements:

• Hold a valid FAHKC Fencing Instructor Certification (Level 2 or higher) or an equivalent credential from an internationally recognized association in at least one weapon category, with a specific preference for Foil;

• Possess a current and valid first aid and CPR certificate;

• At least 3 years’ proven experience coaching fencing in a school, club, or academy setting;

• Excellent in written and spoken English; good communication skills in Mandarin is an added advantage; and

• Strong administrative skills with excellent command of Microsoft Office and Google Docs.

Benefits:

• Annual Leave + School Term Leave: 24 days

• Free Shuttle Bus travelling to and from The ISF Academy will be provided

The ISF Foundation, Academy & Pre-School are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our students. We hold high standards of recruitment practices with the attention to child safeguarding.  All applicants to us must be willing to undergo background checks and child protection screening.

Application Deadline: 15 May 2026

Remuneration will commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Please quote with our “Ref: no.” and send your full Curriculum Vita by email to career@isf.edu.hk .

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