Kindergarten Teacher

BASIS Bilingual Kindergarten Futian is seeking qualified candidates for a Kindergarten Teacher for the 2025-26 school year! 

Are you an experienced educator looking to grow your career with an established and high-achieving school network? Apply now for our Kindergarten Teacher position with BASIS Bilingual Kindergarten Futian. 

Why Choose BASIS International Schools?

BASIS International Schools is a rapidly growing network of schools in China known for academic excellence and innovation. Since our first school opened in Shenzhen in 2015, BASIS International & Bilingual Schools has expanded across China, with campuses in Hangzhou, Guangzhou, Huizhou, Nanjing, Chengdu, and Wuhan. In 2024 we launched three new schools in Shenzhen—including our first Early Childhood Education exclusive campuses.

Our students consistently gain admission to prestigious universities worldwide, including Harvard, Princeton, Oxford, MIT, and Cornell, with nearly 100% of graduates accepted into Top 50 U.S. universities and other similarly rated universities in the UK and Canada.

About BASIS Bilingual Kindergarten Futian

BASIS Bilingual Kindergarten Futian opened in the fall of 2024, and became the second exclusively early childhood education campus in our network. Teachers and students enjoy state-of-the-art facilities with spaces tailored specifically for the needs of young learners, including an auditorium, music studio, art studio, sand pool, sensory spaces, STEAM room, and plenty of outdoor play spaces. 

The early childhood classroom is carefully designed to encourage a child's natural curiosity to create, discover, and ask questions. Our Early Childhood teachers adopt a collaborative, co-teaching approach to enhance student engagement and learning opportunities. The Subject Expert Teacher (SET) and Learning Enhancement Teacher (LET) partner to introduce ideas and ensure every student receives deep subject knowledge, personalized support, and appropriate engagement. 

As an Early Childhood Subject Expert Teacher, you help cultivate a joyful, rigorous learning environment rich in child-initiated play that inspires students to become enthusiastic, life-long learners. You implement a theme-based, hands-on curriculum that lays a strong foundation for children to build upon throughout their elementary years. 

You will also: 

• Foster meaningful relationships with each student to ensure a personalized and successful learning trajectory 
• Guide students in pursuing academic achievement, personal responsibility, and intellect 
• Pursue continuous professional growth by participating in ongoing professional development, collaborating with colleagues, and staying informed on the latest educational techniques and best practices in your field 
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative school community 

Work Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in your teaching subject. Many of our teachers hold multiple advanced degrees in their field. For Elementary and Early Education positions, a degree in this or related field is acceptable and/or encouraged.  
• A minimum of two years' teaching experience as the lead teacher of record in a classroom. This is a requirement for you to obtain a working visa. A minimum of five years' teaching experience as the lead teacher of record in a classroom is preferred.
• An eagerness and willingness to collaborate with and elevate teaching colleagues. Our teachers come from all over the world and bring a wide variety of curricular backgrounds and experience. We seek to utilize this diversity to grow and learn from each other.  
• High academic standards and a desire to make a difference in the rigor of international education.  

Benefits

What We Offer

At BASIS International & Bilingual Schools, we believe in investing in our teachers. Our benefits package is competitive, and we offer unparalleled support to our expatriate staff:

• Competitive Salary: Reflective of your education and experience.
• Global Health Coverage: Including coverage in the U.S. for American citizens.
• Housing: Provided furnished accommodation or a housing allowance.
• Retirement Benefits: Receive an annual retirement bonus equal to 10% of your annual salary .
• Travel Benefits: Paid travel to and from China at the start and end of your contract, plus an annual travel allowance.
• Relocation Support: Moving allowance and comprehensive assistance with visa, work permit and residence permit arrangements.
• Free School Meals: Say goodbye to meal planning—enjoy delicious, complimentary breakfast and lunch on campus.
• Full BASIS Tuition Waiver: Enroll up to two school-aged children per teacher, or up to three children per teaching couple, with free tuition.
• Savings Potential: Maximize your earnings with our comprehensive benefits package, low cost of living, and competitive salary—allowing you to save significantly while living and working in China.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and career advancement within our growing global network.

Our HR and Operations teams will guide you every step of the way, from visa acquisition to settling into your new home. We’re committed to ensuring a smooth transition so you can focus on what you do best—teaching.

Become a Better Educator

At BASIS International & Bilingual Schools, we don’t just shape students’ futures, we also invest in yours. Through ongoing professional development and coaching, we help you grow into a more effective educator and leader. Whether your aim is to become a mentor or move into school administration, your time at BASIS can accelerate your career in nearly any direction you choose to go.