Teachers of English - Primary to A-Level

Location: Hangzhou, China

Start Date: Ongoing recruitment for current and future openings

Age Group: Primary to Senior School

Curriculum: International Primary and Secondary Curricula, Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level

Subject: English / English Language / English Literature

Bring English to life for students from Primary through to A-Level, inspiring confident communicators, thoughtful readers and accomplished writers.

Hangzhou Dipont School of Arts and Science, in partnership with King's College School, Wimbledon and RDFZ Beijing, welcomes applications from outstanding English teachers for current and future opportunities.

We recruit throughout the year and are interested in hearing from Primary English specialists, Secondary English teachers, and IGCSE and A-Level English Language and Literature teachers. Candidates will be considered for roles that best match their experience and specialism.

Successful candidates will deliver engaging and academically ambitious English teaching, helping students become confident communicators, perceptive readers, critical thinkers and skilled writers.

Essential Requirements

To be considered for an English teaching position, candidates should have:

• Degree in English, English Literature, English Language, Education, or a closely related field

• Recognized teaching qualification, license or certification, such as UK QTS/PGCE or an equivalent US, Canadian or Australian teaching credential

• At least 3 years of relevant teaching experience

• Experience teaching English, English Language and/or English Literature

• Relevant Primary, Secondary and/or Senior School teaching experience

• Experience with an appropriate international, British, Cambridge IGCSE and/or A-Level curriculum

• Able to meet Chinese work-permit requirements

What You’ll Be Doing

Depending on your experience and school section, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging, academically rigorous English lessons

• Develop students' confidence in reading, writing, speaking and critical analysis

• Inspire an appreciation of literature, language and diverse perspectives

• Prepare students for Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level English Language and/or Literature examinations, where relevant

• Use assessment and feedback to support progress and independent learning

• Contribute to English enrichment through activities such as debating, public speaking, creative writing, reading and drama

Why Join Hangzhou Dipont School of Arts and Science?

• Teach ambitious students who consistently secure places at leading universities in the UK, US, Canada and worldwide

• Work within an international school community spanning Primary through to A-Level

• Teach the internationally respected Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level curriculum at Secondary and Senior School

• Join a collaborative and internationally minded faculty

• Access professional development and leadership opportunities

• Teach on a modern lakeside campus with excellent facilities and resources

About Hangzhou Dipont School of Arts and Science

Our school is located in Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang Province and one of China's most dynamic cities. Home to Alibaba and a thriving technology sector, Hangzhou combines innovation, cultural heritage and a high quality of life.

Our mission is to provide a world-class education that develops confident, compassionate and globally minded young people. Set on a lakeside campus surrounded by tea fields and bamboo forests, the school features well-equipped laboratories, an 800-seat theatre, a 50-meter swimming pool, extensive sports facilities and modern learning spaces.

Discover Life at Hangzhou Dipont School of Arts and Science

Get a closer look at our beautiful campus, outstanding facilities and vibrant school community. Watch our school video to discover what makes teaching and living in Hangzhou such a rewarding experience.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive international school salary package

• Attractive housing allowance

• Annual return airfare for employee and dependents

• Comprehensive medical insurance for employee and dependents

• Full tuition support for up to two school-age children

• Full visa application support

• Fully paid summer, winter and national holidays

• Ongoing professional development

How to Apply

We welcome applications throughout the year from English teachers interested in current or future opportunities.

Whether you are actively looking for your next international role or considering a future move to China, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Applications will be considered as relevant vacancies arise, and suitable candidates may be contacted throughout the academic year.

For further information about the role or the school, please contact our Recruitment Manager Emily via [email protected].

We are committed to a thorough and complete check of the credentials of all those employed to work with children in our organization.