English Teacher
About the role
English 1 is hiring entry-level and experienced English teachers to join schools across China. Whether you're a recent graduate exploring a first career move, a professional making a career change into education, or a certified ESL/TEFL/CELTA teacher looking for your next contract, this role is built to support you from day one.
Full training, sponsored work visa, and real career growth are provided. Open to entry-level grads, career changers, and experienced ESL/TEFL teachers alike.
Responsibilities
- Teach English to learners aged 3–16 in fun, interactive classrooms
- Deliver lessons using our award-winning curriculum and digital tools
- Help students build real confidence and fluency
- Join school events and cultural exchange programs
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in any subject
- Valid passport and clean background check
- A genuine interest in education, travel, and cultural exchange
TEFL/TESOL/CELTA certification is a plus but not required—we’ll sponsor it if you don’t have one.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with performance bonus after 6 months
- 21 days paid leave (10 annual + 11 statutory)
- Flight allowance and airport pick-up
- Co-paid international health insurance
- Sponsored legal Z work visa (expenses reimbursed) with up to 2 weeks of hotel accommodation on arrival
- TEFL certification provided, plus DELTA/CertTESOL distance-learning options
- In-class coaching, mentoring, and clear career advancement paths
- Free Mandarin lessons and company-organized social events
The hotel accommodation for the first two weeks will be deemed as sponsorship upon successful completion of the first-year contract.
About the company
English 1 has 30+ years of experience in China, with 200+ schools across 50+ cities. We have a proven track record of turning first-time teachers into long-term career educators.