ESL teachers needed across china 2026 (20-35k monthly)
About the role
Multiple teaching opportunities are available across several major metropolitan centers in China for the 2026 academic year. Educational institutions ranging from kindergartens and primary schools to middle and high schools are looking for educators to handle diverse curricula, including standard ESL, early childhood learning, and specialized high school subjects such as A-Level, AP, IB, and IGCSE programs.
Available positions span general English teaching, early years education, secondary subject instruction in areas like mathematics, sciences, and business, as well as creative arts and physical education. Placements are open in cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Chengdu, Wuhan, and several other locations.
Successful applicants will join dynamic educational environments tailored to their subject expertise and background, with placements matched to qualification levels and school requirements.
Requirements
- Native English speaker holding a passport from the US, UK, Canada, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, or South Africa
- Bachelor's degree or higher in any academic discipline
- Eligibility to obtain a valid Chinese work visa
- Under 60 years of age
- Minimum of two years of classroom experience or recent graduates with strong instructional enthusiasm
- TEFL or TESOL certification; PGCE or home-country teaching credentials strongly preferred
Salary & benefits
Monthly salary ranging between 20,000 and 35,000 CNY depending on qualifications and placement.
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