ELL Teacher - Primary School - Hangzhou

Start date:
August, 2025

Closed

Job Type:Full-time
Contract Length:
Work Type:Remote/Online
Job Type
Full-time
Work Type
Remote/Online

This job is no longer accepting applications.

Job Description

BASIS International School Hangzhou is seeking qualified candidates for a Primary School English Language Learner (ELL) Teacher in the 2025 academic year!

Are you an experienced educator looking to grow your career with an established and high-achieving school network? Apply now for our ELL Teacher position with BASIS International School Hangzhou.  

Why Choose BASIS International Schools?

Our dynamic, rapidly growing network of schools in China is known for academic excellence and innovation. Since our first school opened in Shenzhen in 2015, BASIS International & Bilingual Schools has expanded across China, with campuses in Hangzhou, Guangzhou, Nanjing, Chengdu, and Wuhan. In 2024, we proudly launched three new schools in Shenzhen, including our first Early Childhood Education campuses.

Our students consistently gain admission to prestigious universities worldwide, such as Harvard, Princeton, Oxford, MIT, and Cornell, with nearly 100% of graduates accepted into Top 50 U.S. universities and other similarly rated universities in the UK and Canada.

About BASIS International School Hangzhou

BASIS International School Hangzhou opened in 2018, and was the first BASIS International School in China outside of Guangdong province. The school welcomes students in Grades Pre-K – 12 and celebrated its first graduates in 2022. Our faculty team is made up of teachers and administrators from around the world, bringing diverse perspectives and experiences to our community. We embrace a growth mindset, enhanced by our campus location in Qiangjiang New Town District where modern city development and areas of natural beauty and historical significance meet. Nearby high-speed trains make traveling to other cities, such as Shanghai, easy and convenient.

Ready to Go?

Apply now to become part of BASIS International School Hangzhou, starting August 2025. Transform your career, inspire students, and be part of something extraordinary!

As an ELL Teacher you will work with both teachers and students to support academic and social English language development. When working with teachers you will provide instructional expertise on the integration of ELL best practices into everyday classroom environments. You will use English Language Proficiency assessments and progress monitoring tools to develop, implement and monitor comprehensive ELL programs. Programs involve push in/pull out, small group, and individual student support.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Advocate for the academic and personal/social needs of English Language Learners.
  • Monitor the academic progress for all ELL students
  • Identify students who require intensive English Language support and determine the level and nature of services for each student.
  • Support classroom teachers in implementing ELL instructional best practices that support the rigor of the BASIS Curriculum.
  • Provide intervention and support within the classroom (especially Literacy and STEM related courses)
  • Plan and collaborate with teachers to design and implement engaging cross-curricular instruction that leads to English language fluency in all content areas.
  • Attend weekly planning sessions with classroom teachers to support lesson planning, projects, and small group instruction. Suggest accommodations and appropriate lesson structures to support ELL students.
  • Conduct, organize, and analyze on-going assessments of student performance using multiple assessment tools.
  • Assist and support the development of a successful learning environment for ELL students in each classroom by providing school-wide training around language acquisition, planning needs and learning goals, differentiated instruction, and classroom practices that support student success.
  • Model best teaching practices for teachers with the goal of developing their capacity to support specialized instruction, differentiation, and classroom accommodations to support ELL students.
  • Assist the development of curriculum to support ELL learners and facilitate their access to the world-class education offered by BASIS International Schools.
  • Meet regularly with School Directors and other professionals as needed to discuss student progress and the performance of ELLs.
  • Attend parent-teacher conferences as needed in support of ELLs.

Subject & Grade Level

Subject(s) You'll Teach:
ESL, ESL - Conversational English, ESL - English for Academic Purposes, ESL - Young Learners
Grade(s) You'll Teach:
Gr. 1, Gr. 2, Gr. 3, Gr. 4, Gr. 5

Job Benefits

Benefit Details:

Benefits

At BASIS International & Bilingual Schools, we believe in investing in our teachers. Our benefits package is competitive, and we offer unparalleled support to our expatriate staff:

  • Competitive Salary: Reflective of your education and experience.
  • Global Health Coverage: Including coverage in the U.S. for American citizens.
  • Housing: Provided furnished accommodation or a housing allowance.
  • Retirement Benefits: Receive an annual retirement bonus equal to 10% of your annual salary .
  • Travel Benefits: Paid travel to and from China at the start and end of your contract, plus an annual travel allowance.
  • Relocation Support: Moving allowance and comprehensive assistance with visa, work permit and residence permit arrangements.
  • Free School Meals: Say goodbye to meal planning—enjoy delicious, complimentary breakfast and lunch on campus.
  • Full BASIS Tuition Waiver: Enroll up to two school-aged children per teacher, or up to three children per teaching couple, with free tuition.
  • Savings Potential: Maximize your earnings with our comprehensive benefits package, low cost of living, and competitive salary—allowing you to save significantly while living and working in China.
  • Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and career advancement within our growing global network.

Our HR and Operations teams will guide you every step of the way, from visa acquisition to settling into your new home. We’re committed to ensuring a smooth transition so you can focus on what you do best—teaching.

Become a Better Educator

At BASIS International Schools, we don’t just shape students' futures; we also invest in yours. Through ongoing professional development and coaching, we help you grow into a more effective educator and leader. Whether you aim to become a mentor or move into school administration, your time at BASIS can accelerate your career in ways you never imagined.

Job Requirements

Want to stand out? Make sure your profile matches these job requirements to get your application noticed.
Eligible Candidates:
University Graduate
Minimum Education:
Bachelor
Teaching Experience:
1+ years
Additional School Requirements:

Work Experience

  • Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in your subject area (Elementary and Early Education degrees are also highly valued for Pre-K through Grade 5).
  • Experience: At least two years as the lead teacher in a classroom, a requirement for obtaining a working visa.
  • Collaboration: A team player eager to share and learn from colleagues worldwide.
  • High Standards: A commitment to maintaining and enhancing the rigor of international education.

Preferred Qualifications: Subject matter postgraduate work (Master's or Ph.D.) is preferred or a combination of subject matter undergraduate degree with a Master’s in Education. Knowledge of Basic Interpersonal Communication Skills (BICS) vs Cognitive Academic Language Proficiency (CALP) is preferred. Knowledge of WIDA/LAS Links assessments or other language assessments. Expertise in structured English language immersion programs (SIOP) is highly preferred.

Together with a high level of educational attainment, a successful applicant will demonstrate strong communication skills in teaching ideas, texts, and concepts with precision and confidence. Critically, an applicant must possess a high GPA in his/her major, excellent recommendations, experience working with children and be open to new ideas in teaching.

About BASIS International School Hangzhou

BASIS International School Hangzhou

Yu Lin Lu, Jiang Gan Qu, Hang Zhou Shi, Zhe Jiang Sheng, China

About the Campus

BASIS International School Hangzhou opened in 2018 with more than 400 students in Kindergarten - Grade 9, and now courses are offered through Grade 12. The campus is purpose-built, and is capable of housing 1,000 students. It is divided into two buildings: one for Early Years Learning, and the other for Grades 1 - 12. The facilities include a gymnasium, Apple computer lab, cafeteria, outdoor track and field, and a black-box theater that can open into an outdoor amphitheater.

Our faculty team is made up of teachers and administrators from around the world. The variety of cultures and experiences represented come to life through events such as the BASIS International School Hangzhou World Fair, the variety of arts performances and displays presented, and academic excellence encouraged by our expert teachers. 

The school celebrated their first graduating senior class in 2022, and its graduates have been accepted to many prestigious universities and colleges around the world, including UCLA, New York University, University of Toronto, Emory, Imperial College London, and many others. 

Living in Hangzhou

Hangzhou is often considered the city where one wants to spend retirement in China. But when Jack Ma made it the headquarters for Alibaba, it also became a hub of commerce that hosted a G-20 summit and FIBA's World Cup and Asian Games. Its downtown has a modern skyline along the Qiangtang River that lights up at night with a fantastic array of images; in stark contrast to the nearby peaceful West Lake area, with beautiful tree-lined paths winding around the historic lake with tea houses, restaurants, shops, and five-star hotels nestled away.

Our school campus is about a 15-minute drive to either downtown or West Lake, and the train station is about 5 minutes away--once on a bullet train, you'll be in Shanghai in 40 minutes. Since its China's equivalent to Seattle (home of Amazon), you can have everything delivered to your door, from Western groceries, to household items, to clothing. It also has a vibrant clothing wholesale district that has built up around Alibaba.

Hangzhou is a close-knit city that has most everything of what you need, so it's fast and easy to get around the city. Many Western restaurants, clothing stores, and a two-story, glass enclosed Apple store that rivals Manhattan's are found at Raffles and Mix-C, but the city's close proximity to Shanghai means the world is practically next door.

Our Commitment

Please note that Teach Away provides information on behalf of schools and cannot accept liability for information provided or policies schools may adopt. Be sure to verify all details that apply to you, and check for the latest visa and work permit requirements. For any questions regarding job postings, please contact the school directly.

Teach Away believes in diversity and inclusivity, and that everyone deserves to be treated with respect and be considered fairly and equally for employment. We ensure all schools we work with adhere to our pledge to promote inclusivity and diversity in education and recruitment practices.

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ELL Teacher - Primary School - Hangzhou

Remote/Online
Start date: August, 2025
Closed
Job Type:Full-time
Contract Length:
Work Type:Remote/Online
Job Type
Full-time
Work Type
Remote/Online

This job is no longer accepting applications.

Job Description

BASIS International School Hangzhou is seeking qualified candidates for a Primary School English Language Learner (ELL) Teacher in the 2025 academic year!

Are you an experienced educator looking to grow your career with an established and high-achieving school network? Apply now for our ELL Teacher position with BASIS International School Hangzhou.  

Why Choose BASIS International Schools?

Our dynamic, rapidly growing network of schools in China is known for academic excellence and innovation. Since our first school opened in Shenzhen in 2015, BASIS International & Bilingual Schools has expanded across China, with campuses in Hangzhou, Guangzhou, Nanjing, Chengdu, and Wuhan. In 2024, we proudly launched three new schools in Shenzhen, including our first Early Childhood Education campuses.

Our students consistently gain admission to prestigious universities worldwide, such as Harvard, Princeton, Oxford, MIT, and Cornell, with nearly 100% of graduates accepted into Top 50 U.S. universities and other similarly rated universities in the UK and Canada.

About BASIS International School Hangzhou

BASIS International School Hangzhou opened in 2018, and was the first BASIS International School in China outside of Guangdong province. The school welcomes students in Grades Pre-K – 12 and celebrated its first graduates in 2022. Our faculty team is made up of teachers and administrators from around the world, bringing diverse perspectives and experiences to our community. We embrace a growth mindset, enhanced by our campus location in Qiangjiang New Town District where modern city development and areas of natural beauty and historical significance meet. Nearby high-speed trains make traveling to other cities, such as Shanghai, easy and convenient.

Ready to Go?

Apply now to become part of BASIS International School Hangzhou, starting August 2025. Transform your career, inspire students, and be part of something extraordinary!

As an ELL Teacher you will work with both teachers and students to support academic and social English language development. When working with teachers you will provide instructional expertise on the integration of ELL best practices into everyday classroom environments. You will use English Language Proficiency assessments and progress monitoring tools to develop, implement and monitor comprehensive ELL programs. Programs involve push in/pull out, small group, and individual student support.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Advocate for the academic and personal/social needs of English Language Learners.
  • Monitor the academic progress for all ELL students
  • Identify students who require intensive English Language support and determine the level and nature of services for each student.
  • Support classroom teachers in implementing ELL instructional best practices that support the rigor of the BASIS Curriculum.
  • Provide intervention and support within the classroom (especially Literacy and STEM related courses)
  • Plan and collaborate with teachers to design and implement engaging cross-curricular instruction that leads to English language fluency in all content areas.
  • Attend weekly planning sessions with classroom teachers to support lesson planning, projects, and small group instruction. Suggest accommodations and appropriate lesson structures to support ELL students.
  • Conduct, organize, and analyze on-going assessments of student performance using multiple assessment tools.
  • Assist and support the development of a successful learning environment for ELL students in each classroom by providing school-wide training around language acquisition, planning needs and learning goals, differentiated instruction, and classroom practices that support student success.
  • Model best teaching practices for teachers with the goal of developing their capacity to support specialized instruction, differentiation, and classroom accommodations to support ELL students.
  • Assist the development of curriculum to support ELL learners and facilitate their access to the world-class education offered by BASIS International Schools.
  • Meet regularly with School Directors and other professionals as needed to discuss student progress and the performance of ELLs.
  • Attend parent-teacher conferences as needed in support of ELLs.

Subject & Grade Level

Subject(s) You'll Teach:
ESL, ESL - Conversational English, ESL - English for Academic Purposes, ESL - Young Learners
Grade(s) You'll Teach:
Gr. 1, Gr. 2, Gr. 3, Gr. 4, Gr. 5

Job Benefits

Benefit Details:

Benefits

At BASIS International & Bilingual Schools, we believe in investing in our teachers. Our benefits package is competitive, and we offer unparalleled support to our expatriate staff:

  • Competitive Salary: Reflective of your education and experience.
  • Global Health Coverage: Including coverage in the U.S. for American citizens.
  • Housing: Provided furnished accommodation or a housing allowance.
  • Retirement Benefits: Receive an annual retirement bonus equal to 10% of your annual salary .
  • Travel Benefits: Paid travel to and from China at the start and end of your contract, plus an annual travel allowance.
  • Relocation Support: Moving allowance and comprehensive assistance with visa, work permit and residence permit arrangements.
  • Free School Meals: Say goodbye to meal planning—enjoy delicious, complimentary breakfast and lunch on campus.
  • Full BASIS Tuition Waiver: Enroll up to two school-aged children per teacher, or up to three children per teaching couple, with free tuition.
  • Savings Potential: Maximize your earnings with our comprehensive benefits package, low cost of living, and competitive salary—allowing you to save significantly while living and working in China.
  • Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and career advancement within our growing global network.

Our HR and Operations teams will guide you every step of the way, from visa acquisition to settling into your new home. We’re committed to ensuring a smooth transition so you can focus on what you do best—teaching.

Become a Better Educator

At BASIS International Schools, we don’t just shape students' futures; we also invest in yours. Through ongoing professional development and coaching, we help you grow into a more effective educator and leader. Whether you aim to become a mentor or move into school administration, your time at BASIS can accelerate your career in ways you never imagined.

Job Requirements

Want to stand out? Make sure your profile matches these job requirements to get your application noticed.
Eligible Candidates:
University Graduate
Minimum Education:
Bachelor
Teaching Experience:
1+ years
Additional School Requirements:

Work Experience

  • Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in your subject area (Elementary and Early Education degrees are also highly valued for Pre-K through Grade 5).
  • Experience: At least two years as the lead teacher in a classroom, a requirement for obtaining a working visa.
  • Collaboration: A team player eager to share and learn from colleagues worldwide.
  • High Standards: A commitment to maintaining and enhancing the rigor of international education.

Preferred Qualifications: Subject matter postgraduate work (Master's or Ph.D.) is preferred or a combination of subject matter undergraduate degree with a Master’s in Education. Knowledge of Basic Interpersonal Communication Skills (BICS) vs Cognitive Academic Language Proficiency (CALP) is preferred. Knowledge of WIDA/LAS Links assessments or other language assessments. Expertise in structured English language immersion programs (SIOP) is highly preferred.

Together with a high level of educational attainment, a successful applicant will demonstrate strong communication skills in teaching ideas, texts, and concepts with precision and confidence. Critically, an applicant must possess a high GPA in his/her major, excellent recommendations, experience working with children and be open to new ideas in teaching.

Our Commitment

Please note that Teach Away provides information on behalf of schools and cannot accept liability for information provided or policies schools may adopt. Be sure to verify all details that apply to you, and check for the latest visa and work permit requirements. For any questions regarding job postings, please contact the school directly.

Teach Away believes in diversity and inclusivity, and that everyone deserves to be treated with respect and be considered fairly and equally for employment. We ensure all schools we work with adhere to our pledge to promote inclusivity and diversity in education and recruitment practices.

About BASIS International School Hangzhou

BASIS International School Hangzhou

Yu Lin Lu, Jiang Gan Qu, Hang Zhou Shi, Zhe Jiang Sheng, China

About the Campus

BASIS International School Hangzhou opened in 2018 with more than 400 students in Kindergarten - Grade 9, and now courses are offered through Grade 12. The campus is purpose-built, and is capable of housing 1,000 students. It is divided into two buildings: one for Early Years Learning, and the other for Grades 1 - 12. The facilities include a gymnasium, Apple computer lab, cafeteria, outdoor track and field, and a black-box theater that can open into an outdoor amphitheater.

Our faculty team is made up of teachers and administrators from around the world. The variety of cultures and experiences represented come to life through events such as the BASIS International School Hangzhou World Fair, the variety of arts performances and displays presented, and academic excellence encouraged by our expert teachers. 

The school celebrated their first graduating senior class in 2022, and its graduates have been accepted to many prestigious universities and colleges around the world, including UCLA, New York University, University of Toronto, Emory, Imperial College London, and many others. 

Living in Hangzhou

Hangzhou is often considered the city where one wants to spend retirement in China. But when Jack Ma made it the headquarters for Alibaba, it also became a hub of commerce that hosted a G-20 summit and FIBA's World Cup and Asian Games. Its downtown has a modern skyline along the Qiangtang River that lights up at night with a fantastic array of images; in stark contrast to the nearby peaceful West Lake area, with beautiful tree-lined paths winding around the historic lake with tea houses, restaurants, shops, and five-star hotels nestled away.

Our school campus is about a 15-minute drive to either downtown or West Lake, and the train station is about 5 minutes away--once on a bullet train, you'll be in Shanghai in 40 minutes. Since its China's equivalent to Seattle (home of Amazon), you can have everything delivered to your door, from Western groceries, to household items, to clothing. It also has a vibrant clothing wholesale district that has built up around Alibaba.

Hangzhou is a close-knit city that has most everything of what you need, so it's fast and easy to get around the city. Many Western restaurants, clothing stores, and a two-story, glass enclosed Apple store that rivals Manhattan's are found at Raffles and Mix-C, but the city's close proximity to Shanghai means the world is practically next door.