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English Literature Teacher - MacDuffie School Tianjin - China

A High School English teacher is required due to the expansion of the school. The teacher will be expected to teach students in Grades 10-12. Classes are for English Literature. The class sizes are no bigger than 25 students.  Honors and higher level classes are much smaller.  

All resources are provided as well as the syllabus. The teacher is expected to tailor the lessons to fit the student group. All students are second language students. The students have a good level of English knowledge but they may have some subject-specific vocabulary gaps.

There is a School Administration System and Gradebook provided. As well as SMART Boards in all classrooms. The school is an iPad school, with all students having access to an individual iPad. iPads are provided for all teachers.

Posted: September 2018
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LocationTianjin, China
Start DateAugust 2018
Contract Length1 Year
Eligible CandidatesLicensed Teacher, ESL Instructor
Student LevelHigh School
Monthly SalaryUSD 2750 - 3200
Number of Vacancies1

Job Benefits

  • Monthly Salary paid in RMB
  • Housing Allowance Contribution of 2100rmb per month
  • Fully paid vacations
  • Full, International level, medical coverage
  • Flight allowance 10,000rmb per Academic Year
  • Fully paid Visa fees
  • Free School place for a dependent child
  • Housing and resettlement loans are available on application

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates
TESL/TEFL Certificate over 100 hours
Education RequiredBachelor
Additional School Requirements
  • A successful applicant must have a minimum of 2 years experience of teaching or in a related educational field
  • The applicant must also have a related degree to the subject taught
  • All teachers are expected to be able to differentiate within the class, to be enthusiastic and to be dedicated to supporting the students to reach their full potential
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