Location: Hangzhou, China

Start Date: August 2027

Age Group: Secondary and Senior School

Curriculum: Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language (0511) and A-Level

Subject: English / English Language / English Additional Language

Bring English to life for academically ambitious students, developing confident communicators, critical thinkers and accomplished academic writers.

Hangzhou Dipont School of Arts and Science, in partnership with King's College School, Wimbledon and RDFZ Beijing, is seeking an outstanding Teacher of IGCSE & A-Level English to join our learning community from August 2027.

The successful candidate will teach English at IGCSE and A-Level, including Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language (0511), helping students develop the language, communication and academic skills they need to succeed in their examinations and prepare for study at leading universities worldwide.

Essential Requirements

To be considered for an English teaching position, candidates should have:

Degree in English, English Literature, or Applied Linguistics

Recognized teaching qualification, license or certification, such as UK QTS/PGCE or an equivalent US, Canadian or Australian teaching credential

At least 3 years of relevant teaching experience

Experience teaching English at Secondary and/or Senior School level

Strong understanding of literacy development and age-appropriate English teaching

Experience teaching Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language or a comparable examination curriculum

Able to meet Chinese work-permit requirements

What You’ll Be Doing

Plan and deliver engaging, academically rigorous IGCSE and A-Level English lessons

Teach Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language (0511) and prepare students effectively for external examinations

Develop students' skills in reading, writing, speaking, listening and academic communication

Build students' confidence in using English accurately, fluently and independently

Use assessment and feedback to strengthen academic performance and address individual learning needs

Contribute to English enrichment through debating, public speaking, creative writing, reading and other academic activities

Why Join Hangzhou Dipont School of Arts and Science?

Teach ambitious students who consistently secure places at leading universities in the UK, US, Canada and worldwide

Teach within the internationally respected Cambridge curriculum

Join a collaborative and internationally minded faculty

Access professional development and leadership opportunities

Contribute to the wider academic and extracurricular life of the school

Teach on a modern lakeside campus with excellent facilities and resources

About Hangzhou Dipont School of Arts and Science

Our school is located in Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang Province and one of China's most dynamic cities. Home to Alibaba and a thriving technology sector, Hangzhou combines innovation, cultural heritage and a high quality of life.

Our mission is to provide a world-class education that develops confident, compassionate and globally minded young people. Set on a lakeside campus surrounded by tea fields and bamboo forests, the school features well-equipped laboratories, an 800-seat theatre, a 50-meter swimming pool, extensive sports facilities and modern learning spaces.

Discover Life at Hangzhou Dipont School of Arts and Science

Get a closer look at our beautiful campus, outstanding facilities and vibrant school community. Watch our school video to discover what makes teaching and living in Hangzhou such a rewarding experience.

Salary and Benefits

Competitive international school salary package

Attractive housing allowance

Annual return airfare for employee and dependents

Comprehensive medical insurance for employee and dependents

Full tuition support for up to two school-age children

Full visa application support

Fully paid summer, winter and national holidays

Ongoing professional development

How to Apply

We encourage early applications, as interviews may be conducted before the closing date.

If you are an experienced IGCSE & A-Level English teacher considering a move to Hangzhou during this period, we would be pleased to hear from you.

For further information about the role or the school, please contact our Recruitment Partner Morgane via morgane.hervio@dipont.com.

We are committed to a thorough and complete check of the credentials of all those employed to work with children in our organization.