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English 1 is looking for those in Customer Service to join our global team in China for the experience of a lifetime. Every year, candidates with varying work and educational experiences teach English with us. We offer you the opportunity to work abroad, experience new cultures, and travel in your spare time—all while earning a full-time salary.

English 1 will provide you with the training and support in obtaining the qualifications you need to be a star teacher. You don’t need to have teaching experience or speak Chinese to qualify.

All you have to do is take the first step and submit an application!

The world is waiting for you!

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Package includes:

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

Requirements

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.

Willing to live and work in China for at least one year

A TEFL Certification

No TEFL? No problem! Find out if you qualify for a FREE TEFL when you apply.

Bachelor Degree

A passport holder of AND have a Bachelor’s degree (all majors accepted) from:

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Working at English 1

Classroom

Teach in our fresh and 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 and students.

Technology

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.

Curriculum

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.

English 1 teacher community

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.

Teacher testimonial

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'.

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