Teacher of Primary English - Immediate Start
Location: Hangzhou, China
Start Date: Flexible / Ongoing through December 2026
Age Group: Primary School, Grades 1-6
Curriculum: Bilingual and International Primary Programmes
Subject: English / English Language / English Additional Language
Bring English to life for young learners, inspiring a love of reading and writing while helping students become confident communicators, curious thinkers and creative learners.
Hangzhou Dipont School of Arts and Science, in partnership with King's College School, Wimbledon and RDFZ Beijing, is seeking an outstanding Teacher of Primary English to join our learning community.
We are recruiting on an ongoing basis through the end of 2026, with flexibility around the exact start date. The successful candidate may teach across Grades 1-6 and across both our Bilingual and International Divisions, according to the needs of the school.
We welcome applications from experienced Primary teachers who can deliver engaging and ambitious English teaching, building strong foundations in reading, writing, speaking and listening while nurturing students' confidence, creativity and enjoyment of the subject.
Essential Requirements
To be considered for an English teaching position, candidates should have:
Degree in English, English Literature, English Language, Primary Education, or a closely related field
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 Primary School level
Strong understanding of literacy development and age-appropriate English teaching
Experience teaching within an international, bilingual, British or comparable Primary curriculum
Able to meet Chinese work-permit requirements
What You’ll Be Doing
Depending on your experience and school section, you will:
Plan and deliver engaging Primary English lessons across Grades 1-6, according to school needs
Teach students within the school's Bilingual and International Divisions
Develop strong foundations in reading, writing, speaking and listening
Build students' vocabulary, comprehension, grammar and written communication skills
Inspire a love of books, stories, language and creative expression
Use assessment and feedback to monitor progress and respond to individual learning needs
Contribute to reading initiatives, creative writing, storytelling and other English enrichment activities
Why Join Hangzhou Dipont School of Arts and Science?
Teach motivated young learners across a diverse Bilingual and International Primary School community
Help shape students' English language and literacy development during their formative Primary years
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
Preferred Experience
We particularly welcome candidates with:
Experience teaching in Primary English in an international or British-style school
Experience teaching English across different Primary age groups and levels of language proficiency
How to Apply
We are accepting applications on an ongoing basis through the end of 2026, with appointments made as suitable candidates become available.
If you are an experienced Primary 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 Manager Emily 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.