Entry-Level ESL Teacher with Training Provided

Career Opportunity in International ESL Teaching

Embark on an enriching career path that combines meaningful work with cultural exploration. This role invites recent graduates, career changers, or certified ESL/TEFL educators to teach English full-time in China, gaining valuable international experience. No prior teaching background is required as comprehensive training and visa sponsorship will be provided.

Core Job Functions

• Deliver engaging English lessons to children aged 3 to 16 in an interactive and immersive classroom environment.
• Utilize English 1’s recognized curriculum and digital resources to create dynamic lesson plans.
• Offer constructive feedback to students, fostering their confidence and language proficiency.
• Participate actively in school events, cultural festivities, and programs that enhance student involvement.

Benefits and Support

• Attractive salary supplemented with a performance bonus after six months of employment.
• Enjoy 21 days of paid leave annually, including statutory holidays.
• Financial support for flights and international health insurance on a co-payment basis.
• Assistance with airport pickup and accommodation arrangements for the first two weeks (hotel stay considered part of sponsorship following contract completion).
• Full sponsorship of the legal Z work visa with reimbursements of associated expenses.
• Structured induction training and continuous support complemented by ready-to-use teaching materials.
• Opportunities for professional development, including TEFL certification, additional skill-building courses, and distance learning qualifications such as Level 6 Trinity College CertPT and DELTM.
• Access to cultural activities organized by English 1 along with complimentary Mandarin Chinese lessons.

Candidate Profile

• Possession of a bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
• Valid passport required.
• Demonstrated passion for education, traveling, and intercultural exchange.
• ESL certifications like TEFL, TESOL, or CELTA are advantageous but not mandatory as sponsorship is available.
• Must clear a background check.

About the Employer

• English 1 values educators as the cornerstone of its operations.
• Over three decades of successful presence in China with a network spanning more than 200 schools across 50 cities.
• Growing footprint in China and Indonesia supported by professional growth opportunities.

Additional Information

This is a unique opening for those seeking to merge career development with cultural immersion by teaching and living overseas.