Primary School English Teacher

12/20/2025

The primary responsibilities include teaching English to primary school students and preparing engaging lessons. The teacher will also assess student progress and provide constructive feedback to students and parents.

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 a Primary School English Teacher for a bilingual school in Hangzhou. This is position is available from the upcoming 2026-27 academic year in February 2026

About the school

Located in Yuhang District, Hangzhou, this coeducational day school serves mainly local families and offers a bilingual learning environment with instruction in both English and Chinese. It is an IB World School authorized for the Primary Years Programme (PYP), with an inquiry-based approach that supports strong academic foundations, character development, and student wellbeing. The campus is positioned near the Xixi Wetland area, providing a calm setting while still being well connected to the city.

Job responsibilities

Teach the subject of English (ESL) to primary school students 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’s degree or above
Valid teaching qualification TEFL, TESL or higher
At least 2 years of relevant teaching experience preferred

Salary and benefits

Monthly salary of up to 22,000 RMB
Monthly housing allowance of 2,000 RMB
Paid national holidays & school holidays
Work visa sponsorship (Foreign Expert Certificate & Residence Permit)
Professional development opportunities within an IB-inspired bilingual school
Supportive teaching team and modern teaching facilities

Key Skills

English TeachingCurriculum DevelopmentStudent AssessmentFeedback ProvisionLesson PreparationCollaborative TeachingClassroom ManagementBilingual EducationInquiry-Based LearningCharacter DevelopmentStudent WellbeingEngaging Learning ExperienceTutoring TechniquesReport WritingProgress MonitoringSafe Learning Environment