Experienced English Teacher

Job Description:
The job
EF Education First, Changsha is looking to recruit dynamic, creative English teachers to join our tenacious teaching team. Our modern school is fitted with all the latest educational resources and technologies. We welcome those who enjoy the satisfaction of being part of a new school’s growth and development. This is an exciting chance for someone looking to live in a captivating city and to work in a school where you can really make a difference.

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, teahouses, western style restaurants and much more in this vibrant city.

For more information on the city of Changsha have a look at these sites:
http://www.china-tour.cn/Changsha/
http://www.chinahighlights.com/changsha/
http://www.travelchinaguide.com/cityguides/hunan/changsha/

Maximum of 20 hours teaching per week
We work 5-days seasonal weeks, and we don't work evenings at weekends 
Use audio / video materials in classes & Lesson planning
Cooperate with the CM and DOS in ensuring the constructive communication and efficient operation of the centre
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
Excellent communication and presentation skills,love kids and enjoy teaching
Support from senior management for academic excellence with excellent classroom materials, and teacher-led procurement.
Requirements:
Fluently English speaker
Bachelor degree and teaching certificated preferred
Clear pronunciation and teaching experience are needed.
1-2 years preferred but not essential
TEFL/TESOL/CELTA qualification preferred
Notarized and clean criminal background check, valid within 6 months
A desire to work hard and play hard!