Hiring Now! Teach English Overseas with Full Training, Visa Sponsorship & Career Support

English 1; Mattoon (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + performance bonus

21 days paid leave

International health insurance

Airport pick-up support

Sponsored legal Z work visa

Training and mentorship

Social and cultural activities

Free Mandarin Chinese lessons

Job summary

English 1 is seeking entry-level English teachers to teach in China. This position is designed for first-time teachers and professionals transitioning into education, offering comprehensive training, structured lessons, and continuous support.

Teachers will engage learners aged 3–16 and receive competitive salary, bonuses, health insurance, paid leave, and visa sponsorship. Apply now for an exciting opportunity to teach, travel, and develop your career!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any subject required.
• Genuine interest in education and cultural exchange.
• ESL certification (TEFL, TESOL, CELTA) is a plus, can be sponsored.

Responsibilities

• Teach English to young learners aged 3-16.
• Deliver lessons using English 1's curriculum.
• Participate in school events and cultural activities.

Skills

Interest in education and cultural exchange

Ability to deliver engaging lessons

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in any subject

Tools

TEFL, TESOL, CELTA certification

Job description

Teach English Overseas with Full Training, Visa Sponsorship & Career Support

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
• 30 years of success in China with 200+ schools in 50+ cities.
• Strong presence in China and Indonesia.
• 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