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ESL Teacher

Shane English was established in 1977 and has now more than 400 schools in five countries (China, Japan, South Africa, Poland and the UK). Shane English Chengdu was founded in 2005.

We provide professional training, teacher's books, course guides, flashcards and friendly and dynamic environment. Every class we teach has a Teaching Assistant. TAs mark homework and they can help with classroom management and in setting up activities. The majority of the kids are 3-12 years old. Responsibilities primarily include teaching according to curriculum developed by the school and teaching for school promotion, participation of seminars/workshops and course preparation.

You will be responsible for:

  • Working 27 hours a week (including teaching and office hours)
  • Marking and grading tests
  • Providing feedback on student progress
  • Using and creating materials to supplement the course books in the classroom
  • Participating in marketing activities and demo classes
  • Attending weekly team meetings and training sessions
Posted: May 2020
This is a Direct to School Job

Applications for this position will be received directly by the school and will not be reviewed by Teach Away's Placement Coordinators.

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LocationChengdu, China
Start DateAugust 2020
Eligible CandidatesLicensed Teacher, University Graduate, ESL Instructor
Student LevelEarly Childhood, Elementary
Number of Vacancies2

Job Benefits

  • Accidental and hospital insurance
  • Outpatient reimbursement
  • Housing allowance
  • Paid holiday (national public holidays and winter holidays)
  • Paid sick leave
  • 2-4 weeks holiday when needs
  • Yearly performance bonus
  • English speaking visa support and Foreign Affairs staff
  • Possible career progression and training into other roles are available

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates
TESL/TEFL Certificate
Education RequiredBachelor
Work Visa EligibilityUnited States (USA), United Kingdom (UK), Canada, South Africa, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand
Additional School Requirements
  • Willing to work with young learners
  • Have a positive outlook
  • Able to provide a clean criminal background check
  • Able to commit to a 12- month contract
TEFL certification required
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