Hiring Immediately for 2025! Graduate Program

English 1; Illinois; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join their entry-level Graduate Program as English teachers. This exciting role offers the chance to teach English to children in China while immersing yourself in a vibrant culture. With a focus on professional development, you will receive comprehensive training, including ESL certification and opportunities for career advancement. Enjoy a competitive salary, paid leave, and a sponsored flight to China, making this a unique opportunity to grow both personally and professionally. Adventure awaits you in this dynamic teaching position!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Paid leave

International health insurance

Sponsored flight to China

Sponsored legal work visa

TEFL certification

Distance learning courses

Free Mandarin lessons

Qualifications

• Recent graduates or career changers encouraged to apply.
• No teaching experience required, just a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Teach English to children aged 3-16 using engaging lessons.
• Evaluate students and provide guidance for their improvement.

Skills

Teaching English

Lesson Planning

Student Evaluation

ESL Certification

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Multimedia Technology

Job description

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Join English 1 (formerly EF English First) to teach in China!

Are you a recent graduate with a bachelor’s degree or about to finish your degree or a career changer looking for a full-time entry-level opportunity? Do you want to teach English abroad and explore Asia while developing your professional skills? English 1 offers an exciting chance to start your career as an English teacher with numerous paths for growth and advancement. Adventure awaits—join our global network today!

As an English teacher, you will:

• Teach English to children aged 3-16.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons using English 1's award-winning multimedia tech and curriculum.
• Evaluate students and provide guidance for their improvement.
• Participate in social activities that help students learn English in a fun and immersive environment.

What will you get?

• Competitive salary + performance bonus after 6 months.
• 10 days paid leave + 11 statutory holidays.
• International health insurance (co-paid).
• Sponsored flight to China (select cities) + airport pick-up.
• Sponsored legal Z work visa + up to 2 weeks sponsored hotel stay.
• TEFL certification + opportunities for skill development and career advancement.
• Distance learning courses (Level 6 Trinity College CertPT, DELTM).
• English 1 organized social and cultural activities + free Mandarin Chinese lessons.

* The sponsored flight to China and the hotel accommodation for the first two weeks will be deemed as a sponsorship upon successful completion of the first-year contract. In the event of contract termination prior to completion, the employee agrees to reimburse English 1 for the cost of the flight. Sponsored flight is only applicable to a few selected cities

**Sponsored legal Z work visa expenses will be reimbursed.

Requirements:

• ESL certification (English 1 can sponsor). No teaching experience required—just the willingness to learn and grow!
• Clear background check.

Why English 1?

• Teachers are at the core of what we do at English 1.
• Global presence in multiple countries.
• 30 years in China with 200+ schools in 50+ cities.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.

Make it matter. Start your entry-level career as an English teacher and be part of our international team. Make an impact—APPLY NOW!

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Customer Service, Education, and Research

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education, Food and Beverage Services, and IT System Custom Software Development

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