Hiring for 2027! Entry-Level English Teacher (ESL) | Visa Sponsored

English 1; Sligo; On-site; EUR 16,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Paid leave

Health insurance

Airport pickup

Visa sponsorship

Professional development

Job summary

English 1 is recruiting entry-level English teachers to teach English in China. This role is designed specifically for first-time teachers, graduates, and professionals transitioning into education, with structured training, ready-made lessons, and continuous support.

The position offers a competitive salary, performance bonus after 6 months, 21 days of paid leave, international health insurance, airline pickup, visa sponsorship, and comprehensive induction with ongoing support and teaching

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (in any subject) required or preferred.
• ESL certification (TEFL, TESOL, CELTA) is a plus and sponsorship available.
• Genuine interest in education, travel, and cultural exchange.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

Bachelor’s degree (in any subject)

ESL certification (TEFL, TESOL, CELTA) is a plus

Job description

Looking for a stable, full-time job abroad where you can teach English, gain international experience, and receive professional training- even if you’ve never taught before?

English 1 is recruiting entry-level English teachers to teach English in China. This role is designed specifically for first-time teachers, graduates, and professionals transitioning into education, with structured training, ready-made lessons, and continuous support.

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


• In-class coaching and mentoring


• Visa sponsorship & legal work permit


• 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, Indonesia and Vietnam.


• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

Whether you're graduating soon, pivoting into a new career, or seeking international experience, this opportunity offers a chance to teach, travel, and grow!

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