Middle School ELL Teacher
Guangming, China
Start Date: August 2025
Curriculum: Schools own/AP
The Group
BASIS International & Bilingual Schools is a rapidly growing network of schools in China known for academic excellence and innovation. Their first school opened in Shenzhen in 2015 and since then they have opened more schools in Shenzhen, Hangzhou, Guangzhou, Nanjing, Chengdu and Wuhan.
The BASIS mission is to provide students with transformative early childhood and K -12 education. With the cutting-edge BASIS Curriculum, through exceptional teaching and faculty mentoring, they will produce graduates who have broad intellectual capabilities, international perspectives, critical thinking proficiency, and creative problem-solving skills to be leaders in their future academic and professional lives.
Our students consistently gain admission to prestigious universities worldwide, such as Harvard, Princeton, Oxford, MIT, and Cornell, with nearly 100% of graduates accepted into Top 50 U.S. universities and other similarly rated universities in the UK and Canada.
Teaching in China with this school group offers many unique benefits and opportunities. Teachers enjoy excellent facilities and resources, a higher standard of living with perks such as paid housing, and the opportunity to explore and continue their own learning as part of a new culture and geographic area. The group's network of schools in China is rapidly growing offering excellent opportunity for growth, promotion and development
BASIS Bilingual School Guangming Shenzhen
BASIS Bilingual School Guangming Shenzhen, is the groups fourth bilingual campus and opened its doors in 2024 in the vibrant Guangming District of Shenzhen, China. This district offers a unique blend of cultural diversity and modernity, making it an ideal place for educators who want to make a meaningful impact. With state-of-the-art facilities, a supportive community, and the opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich culture of China, teaching at Guangming is more than just a job-it's a transformative experience.
Role
As an ELL teacher, you ensure students acquire the English language skills necessary for both academic success and social integration at our school. Your responsibilities encompass teaching ELL classes, coordinating school-wide literacy initiatives, providing support for fellow educators, and offering individual support to students in their language learning.
You will also:
- Design and teach classes to enhance students' English literacy, covering areas such as academic literacy and creative writing.
- Foster meaningful relationships with each student to gain a deep understanding of their unique needs and deliver personalized support to facilitate their English language proficiency.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to develop effective methods of instruction, share resources, and exchange ideas to enhance the overall English language learning experience.
- Identify and prioritize students who require the most language support, tailoring interventions to their specific needs.
- Document interventions with student records and routinely monitor progress to ensure continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with parents by providing feedback on their child's progress and hosting seminars on topics like guided reading and effective language learning practices that can be implemented at home.
- Foster meaningful relationships with each student to ensure a personalized and successful learning trajectory
- Guide students in pursuing academic achievement, personal responsibility, and intellect
- Pursue continuous professional growth by participating in ongoing professional development, collaborating with colleagues, and staying informed on the latest educational techniques and best practices in your field
- Contribute to a positive and collaborative school community
Requirements
- Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in your subject area (Elementary and Early Education degrees are also highly valued for Pre-K through Grade 5).
- A minimum of 2 years of teaching experience for teaching roles, more for leadership
- Demonstrate strong communication skills in teaching ideas, texts, and concepts with precision and confidence.
- Open to new ideas in teaching.
- Knowledgeable, passionate, and believe in transforming education.
- A commitment to maintaining and enhancing the rigor of international education.
- A team player eager to share and learn from colleagues worldwide
- Able to motivate students to reach their highest potential, while also elevating own skills through peer collaboration and a culture where learning is of the greatest importance.
- Being a relatively new school, flexibility is important as well as strong relationship building skills and an ability to build a strong school community.
Salary and Benefits
The BASIS benefits package is competitive, and they offer unparalleled support to expatriate staff:
- Salary from approx. $55-65k USD per annum (360 - 420k RMB), more for leadership roles
- Competitive Salary: Reflective of your education and experience.
- Global Health Coverage: Including coverage in the U.S. for American citizens.
- Housing: Provided furnished accommodation or a housing allowance.
- Retirement Benefits:Receive an annual retirement bonus equal to 10% of your annual salary .
- Travel Benefits: Paid travel to and from China at the start and end of your contract, plus an annual travel allowance.
- Relocation Support: Moving allowance and comprehensive assistance with visa, work permit and residence permit arrangements.
- Free School Meals: Say goodbye to meal planning-enjoy delicious, complimentary breakfast and lunch on campus.
- Full BASIS Tuition Waiver: Enrol up to two school-aged children per teacher, or up to three children per teaching couple, with free tuition. (ideally Primary-aged due to accelerated curriculum)
- Savings Potential: Maximize your earnings with our comprehensive benefits package, low cost of living, and competitive salary-allowing you to save significantly while living and working in China.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and career advancement within our growing global network