Teacher of IGCSE & A-Level English
Location: Hangzhou, China
Start Date: August 2027
Age Group: Secondary and Senior School
Curriculum: Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language (0511) and A-Level
Subject: English / English Language / English Additional Language
Bring English to life for academically ambitious students, developing confident communicators, critical thinkers and accomplished academic writers.
Hangzhou Dipont School of Arts and Science, in partnership with King's College School, Wimbledon and RDFZ Beijing, is seeking an outstanding Teacher of IGCSE & A-Level English to join our learning community from August 2027.
The successful candidate will teach English at IGCSE and A-Level, including Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language (0511), helping students develop the language, communication and academic skills they need to succeed in their examinations and prepare for study at leading universities worldwide.
Essential Requirements
To be considered for an English teaching position, candidates should have:
Degree in English, English Literature, or Applied Linguistics
Recognized teaching qualification, license or certification, such as UK QTS/PGCE or an equivalent US, Canadian or Australian teaching credential
At least 3 years of relevant teaching experience
Experience teaching English at Secondary and/or Senior School level
Strong understanding of literacy development and age-appropriate English teaching
Experience teaching Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language or a comparable examination curriculum
Able to meet Chinese work-permit requirements
What You’ll Be Doing
Plan and deliver engaging, academically rigorous IGCSE and A-Level English lessons
Teach Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language (0511) and prepare students effectively for external examinations
Develop students' skills in reading, writing, speaking, listening and academic communication
Build students' confidence in using English accurately, fluently and independently
Use assessment and feedback to strengthen academic performance and address individual learning needs
Contribute to English enrichment through debating, public speaking, creative writing, reading and other academic activities
Why Join Hangzhou Dipont School of Arts and Science?
Teach ambitious students who consistently secure places at leading universities in the UK, US, Canada and worldwide
Teach within the internationally respected Cambridge curriculum
Join a collaborative and internationally minded faculty
Access professional development and leadership opportunities
Contribute to the wider academic and extracurricular life of the school
Teach on a modern lakeside campus with excellent facilities and resources
About Hangzhou Dipont School of Arts and Science
Our school is located in Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang Province and one of China's most dynamic cities. Home to Alibaba and a thriving technology sector, Hangzhou combines innovation, cultural heritage and a high quality of life.
Our mission is to provide a world-class education that develops confident, compassionate and globally minded young people. Set on a lakeside campus surrounded by tea fields and bamboo forests, the school features well-equipped laboratories, an 800-seat theatre, a 50-meter swimming pool, extensive sports facilities and modern learning spaces.
Salary and Benefits
Competitive international school salary package
Attractive housing allowance
Annual return airfare for employee and dependents
Comprehensive medical insurance for employee and dependents
Full tuition support for up to two school-age children
Full visa application support
Fully paid summer, winter and national holidays
Ongoing professional development
How to Apply
We encourage early applications, as interviews may be conducted before the closing date.
If you are an experienced IGCSE & A-Level English teacher considering a move to Hangzhou during this period, we would be pleased to hear from you.
For further information about the role or the school, please contact our Recruitment Partner Morgane via [email protected].
We are committed to a thorough and complete check of the credentials of all those employed to work with children in our organization.