Date posted:2016-07-26 | Writer: First Leap | Email: [email protected]
First Leap, established in Beijing in 2009, is already flourishing and expanding across China. Created to provide much-needed quality afterschool English training for children aged 2 – 12 years old, in a fun, motivating and entirely English speaking environment, we have regular opportunities for TEFL trained teachers.
ABOUT US:
• Business Unit of Tomorrow Advancing Life, a registered company with New York Stock Exchange (stock symbol: XRS)
• Over 70 teaching centers across 30 cities nationwide
• Over 300 international teachers, plus over 1000 local teachers
• Hiring year round
• Content Language Integrated Learning through subjects such as: Art, Music, Science, Drama, World Culture, Global Leadership, Book Reading, Logical Thinking, and Virtual P.E.
• Over 30 cities to choose from: Beijing, Nanjing, Shenyang, Chongqing, Hefei, etc.
JOB DETAILS:
• Ten days paid professional training with accommodation provided in Beijing
• 32 hours work week in total: 5 working days (16 teaching hours plus 16 office hours)
• Small class size: no more than 14 students
• Teaching package: flip chart, lesson plan, excellent activity materials, etc.
• Advanced teaching facilities: Office workspace with a work computer and free internet access for each international teacher; projectors, smart white boards, air conditioner and air purifier are equipped with each classroom; app, JMB tools for communication
• Bilingual local teacher assistant
• Support and communication between teachers and centers
REQUIREMENTS:
• High level of English proficiency
• Education Background: BA or above (majors in Education, Linguistics, or English given top priority)
• Internationally recognized TEFL, TESOL or CELTA certificate preferred; official teaching license recognized by home country highly preferred
• Teaching experience preferred, especially in early childhood or younger kids
• Passion for First Leap and for working with young children is essential
• At least one-year commitment; longer dedication highly preferred
BENEFITS:
Welcome Package:
• Airplane ticket to China
• Settle in allowance USD900 (equivalent to RMB6000)
• Health Insurance
Monthly Salary package:
• USD 2000 - 2350 after-tax (RMB 11,000-16,000 )
• Airfare bonus: USD 1100 (RMB 8000 after contract fulfillment)
• Incentive Bonuses for extra work and excellent performance
• Sponsored legal Z work visa
• All Chinese public holidays, plus paid sick leaves
• Ongoing team-building activities organized by First Leap
Fast-Track Program (for excellent teachers):
• Salary Raise USD 80-180/month (500-1000 RMB) after six months fulfillment
• Salary Raise USD 300/month (at least 2000 RMB) for contract renewal
Paid On-going Training System:
• Junior Training (before induction)
• Extended Junior Training
• Academic Training
• Senior Training (provided within 6 months)
Well-established Career Path:
Future Leader Boot Camp is dedicated to promoting international teacher to be Researcher, Trainer, Assessor, Regional Supervisor or International Teacher Academic Director
Settle In Service:
• Arrival Assistance: Airport pick up
• Living Assistance: setting up SIM card, bank account, transportation card, apartment rental, etc
TO APPLY:Contact us via email at the address given on the job heading.
First Leap Language School
1st Floor, HongDu Business Tower B,
Xibahe Xili 23#,
Chaoyang District,
Beijing,
PR China
Tel: +0086-10-64279166-866/885
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