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Teach English with Houhai English in China’s Major Cities

Start date: Flexible

Posted: 1 day ago

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Houhai English

Beijing, China
Job Type:Full-time
Contract Length:1 year
Work Type:On-site
Salary:$2,659 - $4,432 per month
Job Type
Full-time
Contract Length
1 year
Work Type
On-site
Salary
$2,659 - $4,432 per month

Job Description

Locations: Beijing | Shanghai | Tianjin | Shenzhen | Guangzhou | Hangzhou | Chengdu | Wuhan | Nanjing


Inspire the Next Generation of English Learners

Are you passionate about education and looking for an opportunity to build a rewarding teaching career abroad?

Houhai English is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated ESL teachers to join our growing team across nine of China’s most vibrant cities. Whether you’re looking for the excitement of Beijing and Shanghai or the unique culture of Chengdu and Hangzhou, you’ll have the opportunity to teach motivated students while experiencing life in one of the world’s most fascinating countries.

About Houhai English

Founded in 2012, Houhai English is a leading English reading institution specializing in high-quality ESL education for students aged 6–16.

We believe that reading is one of the most effective ways to develop genuine language proficiency. Our students build strong English communication skills through our carefully designed 15-level curriculum, which emphasizes reading comprehension, critical thinking, vocabulary development, and confident communication.

Our curriculum is built around the internationally recognized National Geographic Learning series, including Reading Explorer and Wonderful World. Students explore engaging topics such as science, geography, history, culture, people, and the natural world while developing real-world English skills.

Over more than a decade, Houhai English has refined its teaching methodology to create an engaging and effective learning experience. Our mission is to inspire a lifelong love of reading while helping students become confident, independent English learners.


Position Overview

As an ESL Teacher at Houhai English, you’ll teach small-group classes of motivated young learners in a supportive and professional environment. We provide a structured curriculum, high-quality teaching materials, and ongoing support, allowing you to focus on what matters most—creating engaging lessons and helping students succeed.


Job Responsibilities:

  • Teach English to students aged 6–16 in small-group classes.
  • Deliver engaging lessons using the National Geographic Learning curriculum, including Reading Explorer and Wonderful World.
  • Teach a wide range of interesting topics, including science, geography, history, culture, people, and places.
  • Create a positive, supportive classroom environment with clear expectations and effective classroom management.
  • Encourage active participation through discussion, collaboration, and communicative learning activities.
  • Monitor student progress and provide clear, constructive feedback throughout each term.
  • Prepare thoroughly for each lesson by adapting the provided lesson plans and teaching materials to best support student learning while incorporating your own teaching style.


Compensation:

Base Salary

  • CNY 18,000 per month (before tax) for 60 teaching hours per month


Additional Teaching Hours

  • CNY 150 per teaching hour


Why Join Houhai English?

  • Teach motivated students in small classes.
  • Work with a structured curriculum from National Geographic Learning.
  • Enjoy the flexibility of no office hours.
  • Receive competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
  • Join a supportive international teaching community.
  • Live and work in one of nine exciting cities across China.
  • Make a lasting impact on students while growing your own teaching career.


If you’re ready to inspire young learners and experience life in China, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and begin your next adventure with Houhai English!

Subject, Grade Level, and Curriculum

Subject(s) You'll Teach:
ESL - Young Learners
Grade(s) You'll Teach:
Gr. 1, Gr. 2, Gr. 3, Gr. 4, Gr. 5, Gr. 6, Gr. 7, Gr. 8, Gr. 9, Gr. 10
Curriculum:
ESL Curriculum, Other

Job Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Leave
Relocation Assistance
Housing Support
Professional Development
Travel Benefits
Benefit Details:
  • Z Visa sponsorship, Work Permit, and Residence Permit support
  • Annual flight allowance
  • Annual contract completion bonus
  • Chinese social insurance
  • Additional commercial medical insurance
  • Paid annual leave
  • Loyalty bonus
  • Employee referral bonus
  • No office hours—teach your scheduled classes while enjoying greater flexibility and work-life balance
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Opportunities to transfer between Houhai locations, subject to business needs


Job Requirements

Want to stand out? Make sure your profile matches these job requirements to get your application noticed.
Eligible Candidates:
ESL Instructor
Minimum Education:
Bachelor
Teaching Experience:
0 years
Licenses & Certifications:
Teaching Credential/License, TESL/TEFL Certificate over 100 hours, TESL/TEFL Certificate, TESL/TEFL Diploma Level
Visa Eligible Citizenships:
Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, UK, US
Additional School Requirements:

Required:

  • Clean criminal background check.

Preferred:

  • At least two years of classroom teaching experience.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • A positive, professional attitude with integrity and reliability.
  • A willingness to learn, grow professionally, and contribute to a collaborative teaching team.


About Houhai English

Houhai English

The Gate City Mall North, Block B, No.19 Zhongguancun Street, 11, Beijing, CN

Houhai English is an English reading institution in Beijing, China, founded in 2012. We provide high-quality small-group ESL classes taught by International teachers for pre-teens and teenagers. Our foreign ESL teachers break through students' comprehensive English ability by improving their reading ability and helping them master advanced English through 17-level courses. Houhai English attracts many excellent students from primary to junior high school for in-depth English reading training and provides unique and effective solutions for language acquisition. We adhere to the values of simplicity. In an era of emphasis on relaxation, Houhai English insists on having a lifelong impact on learners by challenging them to be thoughtful and deliberate readers to enhance their comprehension and enjoy reading the text.

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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ESL - Young Learners Teaching Jobs

Teach English with Houhai English in China’s Major Cities

Beijing, China
Start date: Flexible
Posted 1 day ago
Job Type:Full-time
Contract Length:1 year
Work Type:On-site
Salary:$2,659 - $4,432 per month
Job Type
Full-time
Contract Length
1 year
Work Type
On-site
Salary
$2,659 - $4,432 per month

Job Description

Locations: Beijing | Shanghai | Tianjin | Shenzhen | Guangzhou | Hangzhou | Chengdu | Wuhan | Nanjing


Inspire the Next Generation of English Learners

Are you passionate about education and looking for an opportunity to build a rewarding teaching career abroad?

Houhai English is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated ESL teachers to join our growing team across nine of China’s most vibrant cities. Whether you’re looking for the excitement of Beijing and Shanghai or the unique culture of Chengdu and Hangzhou, you’ll have the opportunity to teach motivated students while experiencing life in one of the world’s most fascinating countries.

About Houhai English

Founded in 2012, Houhai English is a leading English reading institution specializing in high-quality ESL education for students aged 6–16.

We believe that reading is one of the most effective ways to develop genuine language proficiency. Our students build strong English communication skills through our carefully designed 15-level curriculum, which emphasizes reading comprehension, critical thinking, vocabulary development, and confident communication.

Our curriculum is built around the internationally recognized National Geographic Learning series, including Reading Explorer and Wonderful World. Students explore engaging topics such as science, geography, history, culture, people, and the natural world while developing real-world English skills.

Over more than a decade, Houhai English has refined its teaching methodology to create an engaging and effective learning experience. Our mission is to inspire a lifelong love of reading while helping students become confident, independent English learners.


Position Overview

As an ESL Teacher at Houhai English, you’ll teach small-group classes of motivated young learners in a supportive and professional environment. We provide a structured curriculum, high-quality teaching materials, and ongoing support, allowing you to focus on what matters most—creating engaging lessons and helping students succeed.


Job Responsibilities:

  • Teach English to students aged 6–16 in small-group classes.
  • Deliver engaging lessons using the National Geographic Learning curriculum, including Reading Explorer and Wonderful World.
  • Teach a wide range of interesting topics, including science, geography, history, culture, people, and places.
  • Create a positive, supportive classroom environment with clear expectations and effective classroom management.
  • Encourage active participation through discussion, collaboration, and communicative learning activities.
  • Monitor student progress and provide clear, constructive feedback throughout each term.
  • Prepare thoroughly for each lesson by adapting the provided lesson plans and teaching materials to best support student learning while incorporating your own teaching style.


Compensation:

Base Salary

  • CNY 18,000 per month (before tax) for 60 teaching hours per month


Additional Teaching Hours

  • CNY 150 per teaching hour


Why Join Houhai English?

  • Teach motivated students in small classes.
  • Work with a structured curriculum from National Geographic Learning.
  • Enjoy the flexibility of no office hours.
  • Receive competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
  • Join a supportive international teaching community.
  • Live and work in one of nine exciting cities across China.
  • Make a lasting impact on students while growing your own teaching career.


If you’re ready to inspire young learners and experience life in China, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and begin your next adventure with Houhai English!

Subject, Grade Level, and Curriculum

Subject(s) You'll Teach:
ESL - Young Learners
Grade(s) You'll Teach:
Gr. 1, Gr. 2, Gr. 3, Gr. 4, Gr. 5, Gr. 6, Gr. 7, Gr. 8, Gr. 9, Gr. 10
Curriculum:
ESL Curriculum, Other

Job Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Leave
Relocation Assistance
Housing Support
Professional Development
Travel Benefits
Benefit Details:
  • Z Visa sponsorship, Work Permit, and Residence Permit support
  • Annual flight allowance
  • Annual contract completion bonus
  • Chinese social insurance
  • Additional commercial medical insurance
  • Paid annual leave
  • Loyalty bonus
  • Employee referral bonus
  • No office hours—teach your scheduled classes while enjoying greater flexibility and work-life balance
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Opportunities to transfer between Houhai locations, subject to business needs


Job Requirements

Want to stand out? Make sure your profile matches these job requirements to get your application noticed.
Eligible Candidates:
ESL Instructor
Minimum Education:
Bachelor
Teaching Experience:
0 years
Licenses & Certifications:
Teaching Credential/License, TESL/TEFL Certificate over 100 hours, TESL/TEFL Certificate, TESL/TEFL Diploma Level
Visa Eligible Citizenships:
Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, UK, US
Additional School Requirements:

Required:

  • Clean criminal background check.

Preferred:

  • At least two years of classroom teaching experience.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • A positive, professional attitude with integrity and reliability.
  • A willingness to learn, grow professionally, and contribute to a collaborative teaching team.


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 Houhai English

Houhai English

The Gate City Mall North, Block B, No.19 Zhongguancun Street, 11, Beijing, CN

Houhai English is an English reading institution in Beijing, China, founded in 2012. We provide high-quality small-group ESL classes taught by International teachers for pre-teens and teenagers. Our foreign ESL teachers break through students' comprehensive English ability by improving their reading ability and helping them master advanced English through 17-level courses. Houhai English attracts many excellent students from primary to junior high school for in-depth English reading training and provides unique and effective solutions for language acquisition. We adhere to the values of simplicity. In an era of emphasis on relaxation, Houhai English insists on having a lifelong impact on learners by challenging them to be thoughtful and deliberate readers to enhance their comprehension and enjoy reading the text.