Working abroad in China is a great way to get started on this once-in-a-lifetime career teaching abroad. We’re offering you the opportunity to live and work abroad, experience new places, new cultures, travel in your spare time, and earn a full-time salary. Once you gain valuable working experience, you can progress on English 1's many career paths - as a Senior Teacher, Director of Studies or in areas like Product Development, Recruitment, or Marketing.
We warmly welcome first-time teachers, alongside our many experienced educators, and provide all the training and resources needed to support you every step of the way and help you start strong.
We have been in China for over 30 years, so you can be sure of a safe, hassle-free, legal transition to your job in China. All you have to do is take the first step and submit a job application!
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Competitive local salary
Airport pick-up
Flight allowance
Free Mandarin Chinese lessons
Health insurance
Work visa
Support upon arrival
Paid holidays
Social and cultural events
While we welcome applicants with teaching experience, it is not a requirement for applying. You will, however, need these highlighted requirements to be issued a valid work visa. Don’t have all these documents on hand? You can apply and provide them later.
No TEFL? No problem! Find out if you qualify for a FREE TEFL when you apply.
Teach in our fresh & modern classrooms, designed for English 1 by award-winning architect William Lim. Our small class sizes create a vibrant environment that encourages interaction between teacher & student.
Experience the future of education with our tech-savvy learning platforms. Interactive whiteboards/touchscreen TVs, iPads, and constant developments from our Tech Team make us leaders in online/offline learning.
Our curriculum is developed in-house, keeping it fresh, fun, and relevant. We provide the materials you need to create a dynamic and innovative classroom even if this is your first teaching experience.
When you join English 1 in China, you don’t just join a company, you join a community — many of whom become your family away from home. Build relationships that last a lifetime with people from all over the world.
Matthew G.
I knew English 1 as a company before I even started looking for a job. Having the idea of a big international company, you feel more secure and confident about all the benefits you get.
Scholastica A.
English 1 has been an integral part of my love of teaching. I have been able to continue learning through the variety of free professional development courses.
Elliot M.
Working at English 1, you will be on a path towards growth and success. During my time, I’ve unlocked my true teaching potential as I’ve been surrounded and supported by a diverse team that puts development first.