ESL teacher

Job Description

EF Changsha, part of the largest education group in the world, is a newly built school equipped with all the latest technology and learning tools. EF Changsha’s school manager is bringing over 10 years of experience within the EF network, having owned and run other EF schools in China.

EF Changsha offers a range of courses across all levels and abilities. Our main focus is on young learners aged 3 to 14 years old and we also offer courses to teenager and adult students. Emphasis is placed on providing an engaging and varied learning experience to all students. Course materials are backed up with a large collection of teaching resources. Teacher training and on-going academic support is also given the highest priority.

Changsha – The city
Changsha is the capital city of Hunan Province, just south of central China and is situated in the river valley along the Xiang River. The city’s history can be traced back to 3,000 years ago, the tomb relics standing as witness to ancient human activity in the area. Along with these ancient tombs the experts also located silk products, paintings, potteries, bamboo slips for writing, weapons and herbs, which can all be visited at the Hunan Provincial Museum.

The people of Changsha boast of having the finest cuisine in China as they spend a lot of time preparing and eating various kinds of food. What sets them apart is their fine and delicate appearance and hot and sour taste. Changsha people are also famous for their acting and have created many different traditional folk art performances of their own including the local operas, storytelling, drum opera, acrobatics and other dramatic styles.

Today, most of the entertainment houses in the city present dynamic and entertaining performances with a blend of the traditional essence and the modern flare. One can find romantic and quiet bars, dynamic show bars, tea houses, western style restaurants and much more in this vibrant city.

Maximum of 20 hours teaching per week
Lesson planning
Use audio / video materials in classes
Assist in the placement testing and interviewing of new students
Carry out teaching related responsibilities including, but not limited to demonstration classes, conversation clubs, tutorials, seminars and presentations

Job Function

Salary/Benefits

Monthly gross pay is from 14000 to 20000 RMB(net pay is from 13000 to 18000 RMB),includes the following:
Basic salary is from 10000 to 15000 RMB (net.)
Quarterly Performance Bonuses of up to approx 3,000RMB
Airport/train station pick-up and help settling in
Additional Aetna worldwide-coverage health insurance and medical check
Additional contract completion bonus and royalty bonus.
Housing ready and fully furnished upon arrival
Free apartment or 2000RMB apartment allowance available (does not include utilities such as electricity, gas, water and internet charges)
Additional paid visas and residence permits – fully compliant with local laws. (This is so important.)
Paid holidays – 10 days + all national holidays: (Total = 21+, depending on length of service.)
Opportunities for free internationally recognised qualifications, such as TKT YL
Help settling in and solving everyday problems from shopping to doctors’ visit;
Free Chinese classes and online learning opportunities available
Free monthly city-wide team building activities
Annual gala party/awards ceremony
Fantastic career development opportunities both here in Changsha and as part of the world's largest private language school

Desired Skills and Experience

Bachelor’s degree
TEFL certificate
Experience teaching young learners preferred
Plenty of passion and energy

Academic English, English as a Second Language (ESL), English Grammar, English language skills, English Literature, English Teaching