Teachers are invited to apply if they have, or are in the process of gaining a relevant teaching license, such as British Columbia (BC), PGCE/QTS, SACE or equivalent. Applicants who only have a TEFL certificate will not be considered.

We are interested in partnering with teachers who have a commitment for student achievement, success, and are collaborative and able to adapt to the school's vision and mission. If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career in education, apply today!

Start date is February 2025

Academic Teacher Salary and Benefits:

• Annual Salary: $53,000 - $71,000 CAD (based on recognized teaching experience)
• Health Insurance: Premium medical insurance with emergency coverage in North America during the summer holidays.
• Airfare: Annual $2000 USD airfare allowance and $100 USD extra baggage allowance for first time teachers.
• Setting-In Assistance: Assistance with logistical arrangements including visa application, flights and settling in
• Vacation and Holidays: 6 weeks of paid summer holiday, 4 weeks of winter holiday, and one week each in October and May during Chinese national holidays
• Family Benefits: Dependent spouse/children living with the teacher in China receive annual flights, visas, medical insurance and tuition reduction.
• Pension/Superannuation: 3% salary matching superannuation or “pension” plan available after two years of employment.
• Visa Costs: Visa cost paid by the school. 
• Allowances:  Settlement allowance of RMB5000 for first-time teachers.
• Shipping: Personal freight allowance after three years.
• Leave: Up to 20 days of sick leave annually. Bereavement, maternity, and paternity leave.

More about the school:

• The school is the most extensive international school system in China, with campuses in over 25 cities around the country. 
• With an infrastructure that originated over 29 years ago, the school offers a high-quality international education to students from preschool to high school. 
• The school is accredited by Cognia (USA) and inspected and certified by the British Columbia (B. C.) Ministry of Education (Canada). 

Academic Teacher Responsibilities:

• Present lessons in a comprehensive manner and use visual/audio means to facilitate learning 
• Provide individualized instruction to each student by promoting interactive learning 
• Create and distribute educational content (notes, summaries, assignments etc.) 
• Assess and record students’ progress and provide grades and feedback 
• Maintain a tidy and orderly classroom 
• Collaborate with other teachers, parents and stakeholders and participate in regular meetings 
• Plan and execute educational in-class and outdoor activities and events 
• Observe and understand students’ behavior and psyche and report suspicions of neglect, abuse etc. 
• Develop and enrich professional skills and knowledge by attending seminars, conferences etc. 

Academic Teacher Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a teachable subject 
• 2 years of classroom experience 
• Teacher training program | practicum 
• Teacher license certification  such as BC, PGCE/iPGCE & QTS, SACE
• Thorough knowledge of teaching best practices and legal educational guidelines
• Willingness to follow the school’s policies and procedures 
• Excellent communicability and interpersonal skills 
• Well-organized and committed 
• Creative and energetic 
• Strong moral values and discipline