Secondary English Teacher
Shanghai, China
Start Date: August 2024
Region: Far East and South East Asia
School Curriculum: Chinese core curriculum with UK adaptations leading to iGCSE and A-level
Experience: 2 years
The School
Teachanywhere is delighted to be working in partnership once again with Yew Wah (YWIES) schools. Applications made via Teachanywhere have the added benefit of being prioritised by YWIES leadership staff who recognise our important first stage application reviews.
This excellent schools group with campuses in various parts of China and Hong Kong and founded in 1932 have more recently used their expertise to set up new schools for Chinese Nationals to enjoy the same excellent international education opportunities.
This school opened in 2015 to much fanfare looking to increase its student numbers rapidly with this groups solid reputation. The schools are committed to educate the whole person from infancy through secondary education. They strive to unite the best elements of Eastern and Western traditions and practices, the growth of the individual and the inquiring mind as well as develop a sense of personal responsibility and social welfare of all. With excellent facilities across all campuses, these schools employ a bilingual philosophy, exemplified by engaging a co teaching with a Chinese and western teacher team teaching.
Living and Working in Shanghai Lingang
Located in Nanhui New City (formerly Lingang) which is, although officially part of Shanghai city, in fact about 60km south of downtown Shanghai (Just over an hour or so from Central Shanghai on the peninsular at Hangzhou Bay). This is a brand new city in the Pudong area of Shanghai which has had huge investment with the goal of turning it in to a Mini Hong Kong. Shanghai itself is very exciting. The city is an amazing blend of traditional China and modern living with everything you can imagine on offer and more.
School Requirements
- You should be a qualified teacher with a minimum of 2 years post qualifying experience
- You should have an inquiry based approach to your teaching and an ability to work well within a variety of cultures.
- You will need to be adaptable and flexible and have a positive approach to life, willing to contribute to the continuing development of this great school.
- Previous EAL and international experience are warmly welcomed
Salary and Benefits Package
- Salary from 29,000 - 48,000 RMB depending on qualifications and experience
- Gratuity
- Flights for teacher
- Furnished housing
- Medical cover
- Annual PD budget
- 2 year contract
About us
'Teach the world, live the dream!'
Teachanywhere was launched in 2004 to assist teachers of all levels and backgrounds find their ideal role in their dream location. We were one of the first companies to search the world for teaching opportunities while acknowledging that it's not always easy to settle in a new country. Combining Teachanywhere's size, expertise, and local knowledge we are able to advise teachers where in the world they are most likely to thrive professionally and as a person. The benefits of working with Randstad and Teachanywhere include:
- Exclusive roles
- CV support
- Interview Preparation
- Contract review
- A dedicated consultant guiding you through the whole process including relocation and associated administration
- Tailored career advice
- Refer A Friend reward scheme for recommending someone else to us; what would you spend £300 'Love to Shop' vouchers on?
What next
If you wish to be considered, please apply online. If successful, a Teachanywhere consultant will be in touch and will be happy to furnish you with more information on the process of registration and interviewing. We look forward to hearing from you!