Science Teacher – Outstanding School in Chongqing, China

General Science  (Biology, Chemistry and Physics)  Teacher  |  Wonderfully Modern, High Achieving School in Chongqing, China  | Next Academic Year (August 2023)

Here at International Teaching World (ITW), we are we are currently supporting one of the most highly renowned international schools groups in China, with the acquisition of a highly passionate teacher with the ability to contribute to all aspects of the Science (Biology, Chemistry and Physics) via the British curriculum setting, based in beautiful city of Chongqing. The school is also advocates of the IB (International Baccalaureate) Curriculum, and has a reputation for being  one of the most established, progressive and globally-minded international schools in the entire country and is highly renowned for providing a world class education. The school aims to provide a consistently outstanding quality of education across a broad spectrum, and provides a distinctive education programme,  alongside a highly multicultural environment. The school possess a history of supporting their student body achieve excellence in their journey towards lifelong learning.

With regards to the environment itself, the school offers a bright, thriving and vibrant community. Children have the opportunity to reach best of their ability, as specialist teachers work in groups across the early years, primary, middle school and high school departments, in providing consistently warm and engaging learning opportunities. From an extensively stimulating Extra-Curricular Programme to helpful school services, the school demonstrates a true passion towards supporting every aspect of the educational experience for it’s students.  The facilities in the school are extremely attractive,, giving off a modern and contemporary feel. Classrooms are bright and spacious, equipped with interactive Smart-boards and the latest learning devices. Teachers also have access to dedicated areas for the teaching of science, art, and music , whilst state of the art computer labs equipped with the latest hardware and software; not only for computer classes, but also as tools for learning across the curriculum. The school also boast outstanding sports facilities and bright and vibrant indoor and outdoor spaces, creating a dynamic and aesthetic environment to for both teacher and student to thrive.

Salary & Benefits:

**Highly Competitive Salary of up to 40,000 ¥ a month

(Approximately, $ 4,,865, £ 4,, 030, € 4,640, C$ 6,530  A$ 7, 250, NZD 7,800, ZAR 73,000)

**Highly Generous Housing Allowance

**Tuition Fees
**FREE Annual Return Flight Ticket Home, per Academic Year
**FREE Baggage Allowance (one time payment upon receipts)
**FREE Private, International Health Insurance;  
**FREE Visa
 **Extensive Professional Development Opportunities (paid for and provided by school)

**End of Service Gratuity; An additional month’s salary for every year of service to the school paid at the completion of contract (Contract Renewable).

The Ideal Candidate

This outstanding school group are seeking Science Teachers with specialisms in Biology, Chemistry and/ or Physics with a history of excellence in the subject area. Teachers will be responsible for the delivery of engaging science lessons via a standardized curriculum. Science teachers will be responsible for the teaching and assessment of a mixed demographic of student through out the ages of 11 – 15  years old.  This high achieving campus is seeking individuals with a true passion for facilitating young people’s curiosity in the field of the sciences.  The ideal candidate will be expected to have a minimum of two years teaching experience in the field, and references will indicate a track record of a history of effective teaching. Exceptional candidates will indicate excellent subject knowledge and the ability to put situations into real-life contexts. Science Teachers will be expected to promote cohesion and professionalism and serve as a role model to the students they teach daily.

Educational and Experience (Requirements)

*Bachelor’s Degree

Relative Field to Subject Specialism of course is highly preferable

*PGCE with QTS, Valid US Teaching Licence, Bachelor of Education, Irish Teaching Council Registration, SACE etc.

(Recognised Teaching Qualification)

*Candidates require a minimum of two years teaching experience

(As per visa requirements)

*Other highly notable accolades towards an application; (Masters Degree, TEFL Certificate, Past International Experiences).

The Opportunity (Life in Chongqing)

Chongqing, is known widely amongst nationals as both “Little Hong Kong” and “The Magic City”!  Chongqing, is truly a three-dimensional city, with a vast array of mountainous terrain, creating incredible picturesque landscapes across the city.

A hugely attractive aspect of living and working in Chongqing is of course the life style. Whilst being able to distinctly maintain it’s traditional Eastern culture, the city is also home to a vast array of high end malls, shopping facilities, restaurants, hotels and leisure facilities as well as a thriving international business hub. Tourists, residents and ex pats are able to live a highly cosmopolitan lifestyle whilst also receiving wonderful exposure to the historical and cultural splendour of the far east.

Regarding the economy, the city itself has received huge financial investment in the past decade, and since, is currently one of the most popular cities to work in China.  Within the city, you are able to experience the wonderful contrast , with regards to ‘old china’ and ‘new’. This investment is due to the region becoming a national ‘development zone’ which is designated as the door for the opening of China’s western region. The new zone is especially important to attracting overseas investment. This has resulted in both an extremely strong economy alongside a distinctive ambiance of East meets West with in this region.

Chongqing also offers numerous excursions opportunities to add the outstanding feel of joy to the time spent within the region.  To add further to the aesthetic wonder,  Chongqing has hundreds of small and picturesque rivers running through the heart of the region, only adding further to its vibrancy and colourfulness. This unique characteristic of the region, allows for a host of relaxing River Cruises for residents, as they seek both a relaxing past time and a diverse way in which taking in the countries scenes and historical culture. . The region is also home to incredible Museums, architecture, national parks and zoos, offering a vast array of fun filled activities, to experience during weekends and half term breaks.

With the opportunity for a wonderfully high standard of living, vast saving potentials, alongside gloriously warm weather, it is easy to see why professionals from all over the world have opted to take their skill sets to the beautiful region of Chongqing.

So, what could you possibly be waiting for?

If you are a  talented teacher of Science (Biology, Chemistry and Physics),  have a passion for developing the talents of young people, and would relish the opportunity to take your wonderful skill sets to he incredible Chongqing,  please ’APPLY NOW’ for the opportunity to be considered for the opportunity of on-line interview.

Please be sure to copy and paste the job title of the position of interest in the subject area of the email, alongside a brief introductory message, with the most recent version of your Curriculum Vitae attached.

Alternatively, you can reach out directly on +44 (0) 208 277 10 10 to discuss this fantastic opportunity further.f