Graduate Program

English 1; Galway; On-site; EUR 23,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visa sponsorship

Airport pick-up

Health insurance

Job summary

English 1 is seeking recent graduates, entry level job seekers and early-career professionals to teach English in China. No prior teaching experience is required, with full training, visa sponsorship, and structured career development provided.

This is an ideal first job or graduate program alternative for ambitious, globally minded graduates seeking to earn, travel and grow. You will teach young learners aged 3–16, deliver engaging lessons with an award-winning curriculum, and participate in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any subject is required.
• ESL certification (TEFL, TESOL, CELTA) is a plus and sponsorship is available.
• Clean background check is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach English to young learners aged 3–16 in a fun, interactive classroom.
• Deliver high-energy lessons using English 1’s curriculum and digital tools.
• Provide constructive feedback and help students build confidence in English.
• Participate in school events, cultural activities and student engagement programs.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Launch Your Global Career After Graduation

English 1 is hiring recent graduates, entry level job seekers and early-career professionals to teach English in China. No prior teaching experience required. Full training, visa sponsorship, and structured career development are included.

This is an ideal first job, graduate program alternative, or gap-year career launch for ambitious, globally minded graduates.

What you'll do

• Teach English to young learners aged 3–16 in a fun, interactive, and immersive classroom setting.
• Deliver high-energy lessons using English 1’s award-winning curriculum and digital tools.
• Provide constructive feedback and help students build confidence in their English skills.
• Take part in school events, cultural activities, and student engagement programs.

What you’ll get

• Competitive salary + performance bonus after 6 months
• 21 days paid leave (10 days paid leave + 11 days statutory holidays)
• International health insurance (co-paid)
• Airport pick-up support
• **Sponsored legal Z work visa + up to 2 weeks sponsored hotel stay
• Comprehensive induction training, ongoing support, and fully prepared teaching materials
• TEFL certificate + skill development & career advancement
• Distance learning courses (Level 6 Trinity College CertPT, DELTM)
• English 1-organized social and cultural activities + free Mandarin Chinese lessons

The hotel accommodation for the first two weeks will be deemed as a sponsorship upon successful completion of the first-year contract. Sponsored legal Z work visa expenses will be reimbursed.

Who we’re looking for

• A bachelor’s degree (in any subject)
• A genuine interest in education, travel, and cultural exchange.
• ESL certification (TEFL, TESOL, CELTA) is a plus- we can sponsor
• 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, Vietnam and Indonesia.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

Whether you’re a recent graduate, or exploring your first international role, this is your chance to earn, travel, and grow professionally and personally.

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