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English Teacher

Elevate
9 days ago
On-site
Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
Description

We are looking for an English Teacher for an international school based in Hangzhou. This position is available from the upcoming 2026-2027 academic year in August 2026.

About the School

Located on a scenic lakeside campus in Yuhang District, Hangzhou, surrounded by tea fields and bamboo forests, the school offers a high-quality bilingual education that blends local and international curricula with Chinese and Western teaching approaches. The campus features excellent teaching and recreational spaces, well-equipped laboratories, a theatre, a swimming pool, and strong sports facilities. With a clear focus on academic results and student wellbeing, learners benefit from strong pastoral care and a wide range of extracurricular opportunities, helping them build confidence, communication skills, and broader competencies for entry to leading universities worldwide.

About the role

  • Teach IGCSE and A-Level English to middle and high school students
  • Design, prepare and deliver high quality lessons to suit the individual needs of all students
  • Co-teach with teachers and be prepared to develop and improve school-based curriculum
  • Assess and monitor student progress and provide targets so that all learners can see success and improve
  • Collaborate with other teachers to share new ideas, approaches and professional knowledge
  • Contribute to extra-curricular activities program and participate in school activities such as assemblies, festivals, conferences


Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in English or a related field. Master’s preferred
  • Positive, student focused mindset and belief in student growth
  • Able to learn and apply Chinese standards and new technologies
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills in a dual language immersion setting



Benefits
  • Monthly salary range of 22,000 and above commensurate with experience and qualifications
  • Monthly housing allowance provided
  • Annual return airfare for employee and dependents
  • Full tuition support for school-age children
  • Medical insurance for employee and dependents
  • Reasonable teaching load with time for planning and collaboration
  • Access to top-tier facilities (50m pool, gym, sports fields, on-site dining)
  • Active staff community with sports, music, and social events
  • Located in Wuxi, short commutes, rich in culture, and excellent transport links (e.g. 44 min to Shanghai)