High School Biology Teacher - China

Vacancy Locations:

• Dalian, Tianjin, Chongqing, Zhenjiang, Luoyang, Shanghai, Yiwu, Xi’an, Haikou, Shenzhen, Xiangyang, Jinan, Wuhan and Horinger.

Salary and Benefits:

• Family Benefits: Dependent spouse/children living with the teacher in China receive annual flights, visas, medical insurance and tuition reduction.
• Pension/Superannuation: 3% salary matching superannuation or “pension” plan available after two years of employment.
• Allowances: Settlement allowance of RMB5000 for first-time teachers.
• Airfare: Annual $2000CAD airfare allowance and $100 extra baggage allowance for first time teachers.
• Health Insurance: Premium medical insurance with emergency coverage in North America during the summer holidays.
• Annual Salary: $53,000 - $71,000 CAD (based on recognized teaching experience)
• Vacation and Holidays: 6 weeks of paid summer holiday, 4 weeks of winter holiday, and one week each in October and May during Chinese national holidays
• Setting-In Assistance: Assistance with logistical arrangements including visa application, flights and settling in
• Visa Costs: Visa cost paid by MLES, including reimbursement up to $250CAD for required immunizations.
• Leave: Up to 20 days of sick leave annually. Bereavement, maternity, and paternity leave.
• Shipping: Personal freight allowance after three years.

More about the Maple Leaf Schools:

• With an infrastructure that originated over 26 years ago, Maple Leaf offers a high-quality international education to students from preschool to high school.
• Maple Leaf Educational Systems (MLES) is the most extensive international school system in China, with campuses in over 25 cities around the country.
• We are accredited by Cognia (USA) and inspected and certified by the British Columbia (B. C.) Ministry of Education (Canada).

High School Biology Teacher Teacher Responsibilities:

• Assess and record students’ progress and provide grades and feedback
• Maintain a tidy and orderly classroom
• Observe and understand students’ behavior and psyche and report suspicions of neglect, abuse etc.
• Collaborate with other teachers, parents and stakeholders and participate in regular meetings
• Develop and enrich professional skills and knowledge by attending seminars, conferences etc.
• Create and distribute educational content (notes, summaries, assignments etc.)
• Present lessons in a comprehensive manner and use visual/audio means to facilitate learning
• Provide individualized instruction to each student by promoting interactive learning
• Plan and execute educational in-class and outdoor activities and events

High School Biology Teacher Teacher Requirements:

• Excellent communicability and interpersonal skills
• Thorough knowledge of teaching best practices and legal educational guidelines partnered with a willingness to follow the school’s policies and procedures
• Well-organized and committed
• 2 years of classroom experience
• Teacher license | certification
• Teacher training program | practicum
• Creative and energetic
• Bachelor’s degree in a teachable subject
• Strong moral values and discipline

Locations of Maple Leaf Schools :

• Schools are located in Dalian, Tianjin, Chongqing, Zhenjiang, Luoyang, Shanghai, Pingdingshan, Jingzhou, Yiwu, Pinghu, Huai’an, Xi’an, Huzhou, Weifang, Yancheng, Haikou, Shenzhen, Xiangyang, Luzhou, Jinan, Wuhan and Horinger.

Life in China

There has never been a better time to teach in China. Whether you’re looking for spectacular natural beauty, global mega-cities, a rich history or culture of modern innovation, there is a China to suit everyone. So, an international adventure in a fascinating culture? Fulfilling and well-paid work? If these are on your professional check-list, now might just be the perfect time for you to teach in China.

Check out our video of Maple Leaf Schools in China: youtube.com/watch?v=q0ZKy_X3xBI&t=211s or visit our careers website at mapleleafschools.com to learn more.