Licensed and experienced High School English teachers are invited to apply if they have, or are in the process of gaining a recognized government teaching license, such as PGCE/QTS/iQTS, or equivalent. Applicants who only have a TEFL/TESOL/CELTA certificate will not be considered.  Applicants must have citizenship from either: Canada, USA, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand. 

The Benefits of Being a Maple Leaf Teacher:

At Maple Leaf Education, we value our teachers. Our salary and benefits package is competitive, and we offer stability and excellent support to our expatriate staff.

• Competitive Salary: Reflective of your education and experience. Plus additional re-numeration for Master's Degrees.
• Global Health Coverage: Including coverage in China and internationally.
• Housing: On-campus furnished accommodation & support with off-site affordable apartments.
• 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.
• Tuition Waiver: Enroll school-aged children with free tuition.
• 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 - Lead Teacher & Master Teacher Programs. Plus career advancement within our family of schools across mainland China.

More about the Maple Leaf Schools:

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

Academic Teacher Responsibilities:

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

Academic Teacher Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a teachable subject 
• 2 years of classroom experience 
• Teacher training program | practicum 
• Teacher license | certification  (e.g. PGCE/QTS)
• Thorough knowledge of teaching best practices and legal educational guidelines
• Willingness to follow the school’s policies and procedures
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
• Well-organized and effective planner
• Creative and energetic 
• Strong moral values and self-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.