English Literature Teacher

11/30/2025

Teach English literature to middle school students using the IB MYP framework. Collaborate with fellow educators to enhance the school's curriculum and assess student progress.

Salary

20000 - 30000 CNY

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

51-200 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

Yes

About The Company

Trusted advisor to 475+ schools and 80,000 students across the UK, and 1400 schools globally. Elevate is a fast growing international education company that attracts high performing individuals who want to make a difference to school students’ lives. Our presenters are current students and recent graduates who go into schools and deliver study skills seminars to improve student achievement. Our award winning seminars are delivered in over 1400 schools internationally. It is our belief and experience that any student can improve their marks by tapping into, replicating and using these study skills and techniques. Elevate Education is a past winner of the Nescafé Big Break Awards in 2002 and publisher of “Science of Student Success”, a study guide that has sold over 20,000 copies and takes readers into the minds of the top students. Elevate delivered a TEDx Talk in Tallinn, Estonia in 2014 expanding on our research into the habits of top performing students.

About the Role

We are looking for an English Literature Teacher for an International school located in Guangzhou. This position is available from the upcoming 2026/27 academic year in February 2026.

About the school

This international school, affiliated with a prestigious Chinese university, offers a unique opportunity for educators to work in a bilingual and multicultural environment that blends the strengths of Eastern and Western education. As one of the first schools in Mainland China to implement the Hong Kong DSE curriculum, it serves students primarily from Hong Kong and Macao, fostering a close-knit, academically driven community. Teachers benefit from strong professional support, modern teaching facilities, and the chance to be part of a mission-driven institution shaping the next generation of globally minded learners.

Job Responsibilities

Teach the subject of English literature to middle school students utilizing the IB MYP framework and ensuring an engaging and enriching learning experience
Preparing lessons and lectures, tutoring techniques, designing and correcting assessments, and writing report comments
Collaboratively teach alongside fellow educators, actively contributing to the development and enhancement of the school's curriculum
Assess and monitor students’ progress and provide targets so that all learners can succeed and improve
Provide clear and constructive feedback to students and their parents and caregivers
Develop supportive and safe learning environments

Bachelor degree in English, Literature or related subject
More than two years relevant teaching experience
IB MYP teaching experience

Salary and benefits

Monthly salary of 20,000 to 30,000 RMB commensurate with experience and qualifications
Relocation allowance of 2,000 RMB
Annual flight allowance of up to 10,000 RMB
Work Visa provided
Summer and winter holidays
National holidays
Medical insurance
Lunch and shuttle bus provided by the school
Laptop provided by the school

Key Skills

English LiteratureTeachingIB MYP FrameworkCurriculum DevelopmentStudent AssessmentFeedbackLesson PlanningTutoringCollaborationBilingual EducationMulticultural EnvironmentProfessional SupportClassroom ManagementEngaging Learning ExperienceReport Writing