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    Part-time Lecturer (Chinese Language)
    Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong
     
    Department / Section : School of General Education and Languages
    Ref. no : O/THEi-SGEL/PTL(CHIN)/06/25
     
    The Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) is a member institute of the Vocational Training Council (VTC), established in 2012. It is an innovative, professional and entrepreneurial organisation committed to greening and sustainability. THEi offers over 20 professional "Applied Science-Oriented" undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes across six Academic Departments: Department of Food and Health Sciences, Department of Construction, Environment and Engineering, Department of Sport and Recreation, Department of Hospitality and Business Management, Department of Design and Architecture, and Department of Digital Innovation and Technology. These programmes integrate theoretical knowledge with practical applications cover industries with growth potential in Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region, ensuring that students can apply what they learn effectively. THEi’s undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes are accredited by the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications, as well as by the relevant professional bodies where appropriate. By adopting an applied Science-Oriented teaching approach, THEi equips students with professional skills and knowledge to meet various future challenges upon graduation. THEi also collaborates closely with the industry and engage students in active learning pedagogies including a strong emphasis on project-based learning involving real-world problem-solving with and for local industries and professions.
    For more information about our Institute, please visit https://www.thei.edu.hk.
     
    Major Duties:
    The appointee shall engage in teaching and organising language activities.  These include but are not limited to, the delivery of lectures, tutorials, and consultation sessions in one or more of the following areas: (i) Chinese Language, (ii) Putonghua, or (iii) General Education elective modules related to Chinese Literature or Chinese History.
     
    Requirements:
    (a) A recognised Master’s degree in Chinese Language and Literature, Linguistics, Chinese Language Education, or related disciplines;
    (b) At least 4 years of relevant teaching experience; and
    (c) The candidate must also fulfil one of the following criteria:
      (i) Mother tongue/language is Putonghua; or
      (ii) Received a recognised bachelor’s degree or above of which the Medium of Instruction (MOI) was Putonghua; or
      (iii) At least 3 years’ work experience in Mainland China or other Putonghua speaking countries or regions; or
      (iv) Achieved at least Grade 2 Level B in the Putonghua Shuiping Ceshi (PSC) - Putonghua Proficiency Test administered by the State Commission on Language Work.
         
    Notes:
    (1) The appointee(s) may be required to perform duties at different sites and work irregular hours, shifts and on Saturdays and Sundays as necessary.
    (2) The remuneration package will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.


    Application Procedures:
    A completed application form [VTC-1 (Rev. 11/2024)], together with a full curriculum vitae, should be sent to
    thei-jobs@thei.edu.hk.
     
    Candidates should take note of the following:
    (1) Completed application form and detailed curriculum vitae (CV) should be combined into one file in PDF format with a file size below 10MB.
    (2) The file should be saved with the applicant’s name as “surname and given name”, e.g. “CHAN Siu-lam.pdf”.
    (3) For the email subject, please cite “Application for Part-time Lecturer (Chinese Language) (Ref. No.: O/THEi-SGEL/PTL(CHIN)/06/25)”.
     
    Closing date for application: 8 July 2025
     
    The Institute reserves the right not to fill the post.  Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.  Information on unsuccessful candidates will normally be destroyed 12 months after the completion of the recruitment exercise.


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