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Teach English in Beijing

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Teach English in Beijing

TEFL UK can help you find an exciting and rewarding career in the cultural, historical, and political capital of China.

So, if you are an enthusiastic and qualified English educator eager to inspire young learners aged 6 to 16, why not join one of our state-of-the-art language centres in Beijing or Tianjin?

Benefits

Perks of TEFL Jobs in Beijing

Positions available throughout Beijing City

  • Competitive salary

    18,000 - 30,000 RMB per month
  • Housing allowance

    Housing contribution of 4,000 RMB per month, included in your salary
  • Financial Incentives

    Annual salary increase and a 4,000 RMB contract completion bonus
  • Paid leave

    Celebrate national holidays and take advantage of 12 days of annual leave
  • Travel support

    Receive a flight allowance on contract completion
  • Health coverage

    Enjoy health insurance coverage
  • Legal work visa

    Obtain a sponsored legal Z/Work visa
  • Warm welcome

    Receive airport pickup upon arrival

12 month ESL teaching contracts are also available in Tianjin, Chengdu and Shenzhen - please email us to find out more!

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What will English teaching jobs in Beijing include?

  • Full-time teaching positions at well-equipped schools in the heart of Beijing City.
  • Crafting engaging lesson plans and classroom activities that make learning fun.
  • Joining a vibrant learning community that works together, including in school promotional events.
  • Enjoying a full, hands-on teaching experience, including attending staff meetings and supplementary teacher training sessions.
  • Getting all students to fluency in verbal, listening, reading, and written English.
  • Working with different age ranges, including primary and teenage children (6-16 year olds).
  • Delivering small group sessions to ESL learners.
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    What you'll get from English language schools in Beijing

    What we offer

    • Inspiring work environment - Immerse yourself in a supportive and innovative workplace that fosters creativity and personal development.
    • Engaging English education - Deliver an immersive English learning experience for our young learners in a safe, modern, and all-English environment.
    • Balanced curriculum - Implement a well-rounded curriculum emphasising speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills to nurture holistic language development.
    • Interactive classes - Benefit from small class sizes, with a maximum of 15 students, to facilitate meaningful interactions between teachers and students.
    • Professional development - Uphold our commitment to quality education through continuous teacher training, ongoing management support, and advancement opportunities for all educators.
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    Requirements

    • Hold a bachelor's degree or higher, in any subject.
    • TEFL/ TESOL or CELTA teaching certification. Don't have TEFL? Book your TEFL course
    • Demonstrate native fluency in oral and written English.
    • Clean criminal record.
    • Professionalism, confidence, friendliness, and strong work ethic.
      Need to get qualified for TEFL in Beijing? | TEFL UK
      Get Qualified

      Need to get qualified for TEFL in Beijing?

      If you don't already hold a TEFL, TESOL, or CELTA qualification, TEFL UK can offer you the means to teach, earn, and explore China's capital. Prospective candidates will need to complete either a 120-hour TEFL or a 150-hour Advanced TEFL course.

      Not sure which course is right for you? Compare the two options below — each is internationally recognised and will qualify you to teach in Beijing.

      120 Hours

      Combined TEFL Course

      Best for first-time teachers

      • Great for first-time teachers
      • No prior experience required
      • Can be completed in just 3 weeks
      • All the skills and knowledge to teach for the first time
      • Internationally recognised
      • !Doesn't include teaching experience — can be added with our 20-hour teaching practicum
      🕒 3 weeks 📚 Beginner-friendly

      Start your TEFL qualification today

      Boost your CV and see where your next adventure could take you. Need advice on which course is right for you? We're here to help.

      FAQs

      By joining our state-of-the-art language centers in Beijing or Tianjin, you'll have the opportunity to inspire young learners, gain valuable teaching experience, and immerse yourself in a vibrant and culturally rich city.

      As an English teacher, you will manage your time effectively, design engaging lesson plans, support promotional events, attend staff meetings and training sessions, and teach students fluency in verbal, listening, reading, and written English.

      To apply, you must hold a bachelor's degree or higher, possess a TEFL/TESOL certificate (120+ hours) with teaching experience preferred, demonstrate native fluency in English, maintain a clean criminal record, and exhibit professionalism, confidence, friendliness, and a strong work ethic.

      You'll enjoy a competitive industry salary, a monthly housing allowance, annual salary increases, a contract completion bonus, national holidays, annual leave, a flight allowance, health insurance, a sponsored legal Z/Work visa, and airport pickup upon arrival.

      Our program offers an inspiring work environment that fosters creativity and personal development, an immersive English education experience for young learners in a modern, all-English setting, a balanced curriculum focusing on speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills, small class sizes for meaningful teacher-student interactions, and continuous professional development opportunities.

      If you meet the qualifications and are ready for a fulfilling teaching experience, simply submit your application through our website. We look forward to hearing from you and helping you shape the future of English education in China.

      Yes, we welcome applicants with or without prior teaching experience in China. However, having teaching experience and a TEFL/TESOL certificate is advantageous.

      No, you do not need to know Chinese to teach in our program. English fluency is the primary requirement for our educators.

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      Want to teach in China?

      We've got you covered! Discover our teaching jobs in China and launch an exciting career as a TEFL teacher. To apply for this role, fill out the below application form and an advisor will contact you with next steps.

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