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ESL and Subject Teacher

The Sino-American Program of Qingdao No. 9 High School is looking for ESL teachers.  We are an international program within a Chinese public high school. We teach English along with other subjects such as; PE, science, drama, literature, and others.

High school students range in age from 15 to 17. Our class size is between 20 and 30 students per class. 

Teachers teach a maximum of 20 classes per week. Classes are 40 minutes long. Our office hours are flexible but typically go from 7:50 AM to 3:00 PM.  Teachers are given ample prep time. The teachers are also asked to participate in monthly events for the students.  The curriculum of the program is open, so teachers can be as creative as they want in their instruction.

Posted: June 2022
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LocationQingdao, China
Start DateAugust 2022
Eligible CandidatesLicensed Teacher, ESL Instructor
Student LevelHigh School
Monthly SalaryUSD 3500 - 3800
Number of Vacancies1

Job Benefits

  • 12+ weeks of fully paid vacation per year.
  • Relatively low number of teaching hours gives plenty of time for preparation or professional development.
  • Flexible office hours to fit schedules.
  • School provides morning and afternoon buses for teachers living in Qingdao city center.
  • On On-campus pool open to teachers for personal use.

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates
TESL/TEFL Certificate over 100 hours
TESL/TEFL Certificate
Education RequiredBachelor
Work Visa EligibilityUnited States (USA), United Kingdom (UK), Canada, South Africa, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand
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