Life at English 1

The first thing everyone notices when they join English 1 is our company culture. We share the same love for fun, adventure and teaching. It’s our people who make English 1 such a dynamic and fun place to work.

Our Centers

Our centers and offices are thoughtfully designed to foster a relaxed and open working environment, reflecting the way our teams collaborate.

As a teacher, you will work five days each week, with a flexible schedule that allows you to maintain a healthy work-life balance. On your days off, you can immerse yourself in the local culture, explore new places, or simply unwind and pursue your hobbies and interests.

Virtual Tour of English 1 Center

Share your Time Off with Colleagues

Although most teachers work weekends, you will still have two consecutive days off each week. What’s even better is that your fellow teachers will have similar schedules, giving you the perfect opportunity to explore together. With fewer crowds, you can enjoy popular attractions, hidden gems and local experiences at a more relaxed pace.

China and Indonesia offer incredibly rich and diverse cultures, from ancient traditions and stunning historical sites to vibrant markets and world-renowned cuisine. Whether you’re discovering centuries-old temples, exploring breathtaking landscapes, or immersing yourself in local festivals, your days off will be filled with unforgettable experiences.

Teacher Engagement

There are countless opportunities for our teachers to explore across China and Indonesia, from Chinese /Bahasa language courses to wellness and fitness classes, online workshops, and even teacher forums. With so many activities available, you’ll never run out of ways to connect with others, learn new skills, and enjoy life in these dynamic countries.

Teaching here is about more than just making a difference in students' lives – it's also about enriching your own. You’ll have the chance to immerse yourself in the local culture, experiencing everything from language and food to ancient traditions and modern-day celebrations. This deep cultural connection will enhance your time abroad and give you a richer understanding of your surroundings.

As you teach and grow professionally, you’ll also build lasting friendships and meaningful connections with fellow teachers. Whether you’re collaborating in workshops, attending local events, or exploring new places together, these bonds will make your time in China or Indonesia even more rewarding. It’s a place where you don’t just teach—you live and experience, growing personally and professionally while creating unforgettable memories.

Explore different cities in China and Indonesia.

Comprehensive Chinese/Bahasa language learning courses included

As soon as you accept a teaching position with us, you can start learning straight away. You will be given access to our online learning platform.

You can go ahead and book your first class and continue with us for as long as you are with English 1. Chinese and Bahasa classes are held for all levels from beginner to advanced.

Training & Development at English 1

In your first few weeks, you will go through onboarding training. This will be an introduction to teaching local learners, followed by a refresher on teaching methodologies that you covered in your TEFL course.

You will have weekly CPD (continual professional development) sessions in your center, and you can even enroll in our free teacher training courses (TKT) or in one of the following internationally recognized teaching qualification courses.

Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT)

CERT PT

It focuses on developing teachers’ classroom skills through the application of principles of task and materials design, communicative methodologies, and teaching approaches in participants' existing classrooms and with the learners they teach every day.

The Trinity Certificate for Practising Teachers is accredited at Level 6 of the UK OfqualRegulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which makes it equivalent to the final year of a bachelor's degree and higher than initial teacher education courses such as the Cambridge CELTA and Trinity CertTESOL.