ELL Teacher - Primary School

BASIS International School Hangzhou is seeking qualified candidates for a Primary School English Language Learner (ELL) Teacher in the 2025 academic year!

Are you an experienced educator looking to grow your career with an established and high-achieving school network? Apply now for our ELL Teacher position with BASIS International School Hangzhou.  

Why Choose BASIS International Schools?

Our dynamic, rapidly growing network of schools in China is 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, Nanjing, Chengdu, and Wuhan. In 2024, we proudly launched three new schools in Shenzhen, including our first Early Childhood Education campuses.

Our students consistently gain admission to prestigious universities worldwide, such as 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 International School Hangzhou 

BASIS International School Hangzhou opened in 2018, and was the first BASIS International School in China outside of Guangdong province. The school welcomes students in Grades Pre-K – 12 and celebrated its first graduates in 2022. Our faculty team is made up of teachers and administrators from around the world, bringing diverse perspectives and experiences to our community. We embrace a growth mindset, enhanced by our campus location in Qiangjiang New Town District where modern city development and areas of natural beauty and historical significance meet. Nearby high-speed trains make traveling to other cities, such as Shanghai, easy and convenient.

As an ELL Teacher you will work with both teachers and students to support academic and social English language development. When working with teachers you will provide instructional expertise on the integration of ELL best practices into everyday classroom environments. You will use English Language Proficiency assessments and progress monitoring tools to develop, implement and monitor comprehensive ELL programs. Programs involve push in/pull out, small group, and individual student support.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Advocate for the academic and personal/social needs of English Language Learners.
• Monitor the academic progress for all ELL students
• Identify students who require intensive English Language support and determine the level and nature of services for each student.
•  Support classroom teachers in implementing ELL instructional best practices that support the rigor of the BASIS Curriculum.
• Provide intervention and support within the classroom (especially Literacy and STEM related courses)
• Plan and collaborate with teachers to design and implement engaging cross-curricular instruction that leads to English language fluency in all content areas.
• Attend weekly planning sessions with classroom teachers to support lesson planning, projects, and small group instruction. Suggest accommodations and appropriate lesson structures to support ELL students.
• Conduct, organize, and analyze on-going assessments of student performance using multiple assessment tools.
• Assist and support the development of a successful learning environment for ELL students in each classroom by providing school-wide training around language acquisition, planning needs and learning goals, differentiated instruction, and classroom practices that support student success.
• Model best teaching practices for teachers with the goal of developing their capacity to support specialized instruction, differentiation, and classroom accommodations to support ELL students.
• Assist the development of curriculum to support ELL learners and facilitate their access to the world-class education offered by BASIS International Schools.
• Meet regularly with School Directors and other professionals as needed to discuss student progress and the performance of ELLs.
• Attend parent-teacher conferences as needed in support of ELLs.

Work Experience

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in your subject area (Elementary and Early Education degrees are also highly valued for Pre-K through Grade 5).
• Experience: At least two years as the lead teacher in a classroom, a requirement for obtaining a working visa.
• Collaboration: A team player eager to share and learn from colleagues worldwide.
• High Standards: A commitment to maintaining and enhancing the rigor of international education.

Preferred Qualifications: Subject matter postgraduate work (Master's or Ph.D.) is preferred or a combination of subject matter undergraduate degree with a Master’s in Education. Knowledge of Basic Interpersonal Communication Skills (BICS) vs Cognitive Academic Language Proficiency (CALP) is preferred. Knowledge of WIDA/LAS Links assessments or other language assessments. Expertise in structured English language immersion programs (SIOP) is highly preferred.

Benefits

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 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 you aim to become a mentor or move into school administration, your time at BASIS can accelerate your career in ways you never imagined.