Teach Primary and Middle School Students at Prestigious Public Schools in Shenzhen

About the Job

Overview

SHENZHEN: Teach primary and middle school students at prestigious public schools (9 - 13,000 RMB + housing allowance + weekends off + many benefits) APPLY NOW!

Reference # SDSZDE12J 
Positions: Full time English language teachers
Location: Shenzhen
Interviewing:Now
Star date: February/March 2018 
Our website: www.GoldStarTeachers.com



Program Highlights
o Excellent salary: 9,000 to 13,000 RMB (1,350 to 1,900 USD) per month plus benefits
o Teach on a Monday to Friday schedule with evenings & weekends off
o Over 3 months of holidays per year
o Friendly, supportive teaching environment with excellent materials

 


The Job

We are now holding interviews for English teachers to teach 6 to 15 year olds at our public schools in the southern Chinese city of Shenzhen. If you are a dynamic teacher, have an interest in an authentic Chinese school setting and can deliver learner centered, engaging lessons then we are interested in speaking with you.

Teachers use the communicative approach to language teaching with various student interactions encouraged in class such as group work, pair work, role plays, project work as well as more traditional teaching methods to add variety to the classes and help create a fun and relaxed learning environment.

All new teachers will receive training on arrival and will be introduced to the school and teaching methods. Teaching materials and resources are provided by the school and are targeted to the age of the students being taught. Materials follow the Chinese national school curriculum and focus on developing all four skills, speaking, listening, reading and writing. Teachers are encouraged to adapt and supplement the materials where need be to ensure classes are engaging and interesting.

Classes are held during the day time from Monday to Friday, with a maximum of 14 hours of teaching per week, so you have evenings and weekends off.

Shenzhen 

Shenzhen is located in the southern portion of the Guangdong Province, on the eastern shore of the Pearl River Delta. Neighboring the Pearl River Delta and Hong Kong (located just south of Shenzhen), the location gives it a geographical advantage for economic development. In 1980, the first Special Economic Zone of China was built in Shenzhen. From then on, Shenzhen become a highlighted city of China, one known for its rapid economic growth.

Shenzhen is considered as one of the richest cities in the country which offers foreigners a great insight into contemporary China. From a small fishing village 30 years ago, Shenzhen has turned into a city filled with dynamic energy and on its way to becoming a world class metropolis. Shenzhen is also known for its famous architecture, bars, restaurants, art scenes and shopping areas.

 

Main Responsibilities
o Maximum teaching hours of 14 hours per week
o Monday to Friday classes (8am to 12pm & 2pm to 5pm) with evenings and weekends off
o Deliver learner centered, engaging lessons to students
o Ensure equal participation of all students
o Complete all administrative tasks in a timely manner
o Actively participate in professional development workshops and activities
o Attend school activities, parties and other events


Compensation
o Excellent salary: 9,000 to 13,000 RMB (1,350 to 1,900 USD) per month (depending on qualifications and experience) o Housing allowance of 3,000 RMB per month 
o Flight allowance of 5,000 RMB (paid within the first week of starting work)
o Contract renewal appraisal (boost monthly salary) 
o Z work visa application assistance and up to 400 RMB visa cost reimbursement 
o Social, health and accident insurance 
o Pre arrival webinar training and orientation 
o Airport pickup, bank, phone card, and apartment rental assistance 
o Welcome package and comprehensive arrival orientation
o Sponsored social events and culture classes
o Ongoing teacher mentoring and assessment
o 11 days public holidays plus 1 month paid annual leave (paid at 50% of salary and 1 month housing allowance) 
o Part time opportunities
o Teacher training and professional development provided
o Chinese lessons provided
o Up to 4 nights hotel provided on arrival before permanent accommodation arranged
o Company events and parties throughout the year


Requirements
o Bachelors degree
o Minimum 120 hour TEFL certificate (No TEFL? We recommend INTESOL, est. 1993, 50% discounts: www.GoldStarTeachers.com/INTESOL)
o Native English speaker from UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand or Ireland
o Teaching experience preferred but not required as we provide full training
o Fluency in oral and written English
o Professional, enthusiastic, culturally aware


How to Apply

Please send the following to Jessica at jobs@GoldStarTeachers.com:

o Covering letter
o Resume
o Recent photo
o Degree & TEFL certificates (scan)
o Passport photo page (scan or a clear photo)
o Availability to start work
o Include in the subject heading the reference no. SDSZDE12J

Gold Star TEFL Recruitment
With over 12 years experience in the ESL industry, Gold Star TEFL Recruitment is an honest, professional, British owned recruitment agent. We have helped thousands of teachers find meaningful jobs with excellent schools. 

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The entire recruitment process is completely free of charge from start to finish. 

We are looking forward to hearing from you.

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