Looking for your next teaching role in China? This week, several international and bilingual schools are hiring for the upcoming academic year, with openings across major cities including Chongqing, Shanghai, Chengdu, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Beijing, and Hangzhou.
From subject teaching and ESL positions to early years, university teaching, and boarding leadership roles, institutions across China are actively recruiting ahead of the new academic year. Competition for experienced international educators remains strong, especially in major cities where schools and universities are expanding programmes and replacing departing staff. If you're considering a move, many attractive locations and opportunities are still available.
Featured Jobs This Week
Primary School English Teacher – Chengdu
Help primary students in Chengdu develop their English language skills across speaking, listening, reading, writing, phonics, grammar, and vocabulary. This position is ideal for teachers who enjoy working with younger learners and creating structured, engaging lessons that support long-term language development.
Location: Chengdu
Start Date: August / September 2026
Curriculum: Primary English / Integrated Curriculum
University English Teacher – Chongqing
Teach English at university level in Chongqing, one of China’s fastest-growing inland cities. This role is a good fit for teachers who enjoy working with young adults and helping students improve their spoken English, communication skills, academic confidence, and cross-cultural understanding.
Location: Chongqing
Start Date: August 2026
Curriculum: University English / General English
Kindergarten English Teacher – Shanghai
This early years role in Shanghai focuses on helping young learners build confidence in English through stories, songs, play, classroom routines, and interactive activities. It is suitable for a teacher who enjoys a lively classroom environment and has the patience and energy needed for kindergarten-aged children.
Location: Shanghai
Start Date: August 2026
Curriculum: Early Years / Kindergarten English
Head of Boarding – Chengdu
Step into a boarding leadership role in Chengdu, supporting students beyond the classroom and helping shape a safe, caring, and well-managed residential environment. This role suits candidates with boarding, pastoral, student welfare, or residential leadership experience.
Location: Chengdu
Start Date: August 2026
Curriculum: International Curriculum
Science Teacher – Shenzhen
Bring science to life for secondary students in Shenzhen through engaging lessons, practical learning, and clear subject guidance. This opportunity is suitable for a teacher who can support students in developing scientific knowledge, analytical thinking, and confidence in an international learning environment.
Location: Shenzhen
Start Date: August 2026
Curriculum: International Science Curriculum
History Teacher – Guangzhou
Guide students through historical events, source analysis, research, and academic writing in Guangzhou. This position is well suited to a secondary history teacher who can make the subject engaging while helping students prepare for international-style assessments and future academic study.
Location: Guangzhou
Start Date: August 2026
Curriculum: International History Curriculum
Physical Education PE Teacher – Beijing
Support students’ physical development and sports confidence in Beijing through structured PE lessons, team activities, and school sports programmes. This role is a strong fit for a teacher who can create an active, positive, and inclusive environment for students of different ability levels.
Location: Beijing
Start Date: August 2026
Curriculum: PE / International Curriculum
Middle School English ESL Teacher – Hangzhou
Support middle school students in Hangzhou as they build stronger English communication, reading, writing, and classroom language skills. This role is suitable for teachers who enjoy working with lower secondary learners and helping multilingual students grow in confidence.
Location: Hangzhou
Start Date: August 2026
Curriculum: Middle School English / ESL
Why Apply Now?
Many international schools in China are now entering the final stage of recruitment for August 2026 positions. As schools move toward finalising their hiring before the summer break, vacancies are being filled quickly and competition for the strongest positions is increasing. Teachers interested in securing a role for August 2026 should apply soon, as many schools are now making their final recruitment decisions.
Schools are especially interested in candidates with relevant teaching experience at an international or bilingual setting, strong communication skills, and the ability to adapt to an international school environment.
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