Entry-Level English Teacher (ESL) | Visa Sponsored

English 1; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visa sponsorship

Health insurance

21 days paid leave

Airport pick-up support

Induction training & materials

TEFL/CELTA certification opportunities

Job summary

English 1 is hiring for full-time English teaching positions in China. We welcome recent graduates or career switchers, including TEFL/TESOL certified candidates, with transferable skills from presentations, coaching, or customer service.

No prior teaching experience required, as full training and materials are provided. You will teach young learners aged 3–16, using our curriculum and digital tools, while mentoring students and participating in cultural exchange and school events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any subject required.
• TEFL/TESOL/CELTA certification is a plus and sponsorable.
• Transferable skills from presentations, coaching, customer service or theatre translate to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach English to young learners aged 3–16 in an interactive classroom.
• Deliver engaging lessons using award-winning curriculum and digital tools.
• Coach and mentor students to build confidence and communication skills.
• Participate in school events, cultural exchange activities, and student engagement programs.

Skills

Teaching

Public speaking

Customer service

Team coaching

Sales

Education

Bachelor's degree in any subject

TEFL/TESOL/CELTA certification (bonus)

Job description

Searching for a rewarding, entry-level job that lets you live and work abroad, travel, and gain real-world international experience — all while making a difference?

Whether you're a recent graduate, pivoting into a career change, or TEFL/TESOL-certified and ready to teach overseas, this is the opportunity you've been looking for.

English 1 is hiring motivated, globally minded individuals for full-time English teaching jobs in China. No teaching experience? No problem- if you've led presentations, coached a team, worked in customer service or sales, or have a background in performing arts, drama, or public speaking, you already have transferable skills that translate directly into the classroom. We provide full training, ready-made materials, and visa sponsorship, making this the ideal graduate job, graduate program, first job, or international career move.

What you’ll do

• Teach English to young learners aged 3–16 in a fun, interactive classroom
• Deliver engaging, high-energy lessons using English 1's award-winning curriculum and digital teaching tools
• Coach and mentor students, building their confidence and communication skills
• Take part in school events, cultural exchange activities, and student engagement programs

What you’ll get

• Competitive salary + performance bonus after 6 months
• 21 days paid leave (10 days annual + 11 statutory holidays)
• International health insurance (co-paid)
• Airport pick-up support
• Sponsored legal Z work visa + up to 2 weeks sponsored hotel stay (reimbursed on completion of first-year contract)
• Comprehensive induction training, ongoing support, and fully prepared teaching materials
• TEFL certification + skill development & career advancement
• Distance learning courses (Trinity College CertPT, DipTESOL)
• Social and cultural activities + free Mandarin lessons

Who we’re looking for

• A bachelor's degree in any subject
• Genuine interest in education, cultural exchange, and international relocation
• Background in teaching, customer service, sales, theatre, or public speaking is a plus
• TEFL, TESOL, or CELTA certification is a plus — we can sponsor TEFL
• Clean background check

Why work at English 1?

• Teachers are at the core of everything we do at English 1
• Over 30 years of success in China with 200+ schools in 50+ cities.
• Strong presence in China and Indonesia.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.