Academic (BC) Teacher at Maple Leaf

Maple Leaf Education Systems is China’s largest private educational provider. MLES operates over 100 independent schools, especially high schools, in China.
The MLES model blends Chinese and Western educational practices and philosophies, providing opportunities to deeply explore familiar subjects while becoming at ease with fundamental elements of Western thought and practice.

Job Overview

Job Title: Academic (BC) Teacher / Subject Teacher
Work Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30-16:30; approximately 25 teaching hours per week,
Institute Type: Private School
Students: K1-K12
Contract: 24 months

Job Responsibilities

• Be a positive role model and demonstrate high moral standards at the school and within the community;

• Help students develop self-awareness, make career choices, and prepare for overseas study;

• Deliver assigned courses using a variety of appropriate and engaging instructional methods;

• Develop detailed lesson plans aligned to both scope and student needs;

• Make a strong contribution to the school’s extra-curricular program including clubs and school events;

• Attend weekly assembly, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities;

Benefits

• 39,000-54,500 USD (53,000-71,000 CAD) per year salary based upon verifiable teaching experience;

• Approximately 12 weeks ≅70 days paid leave per year subject to province regulations and school policy;

• Zero-deductible family health insurance VIP in China with emergency cover worldwide–see details;

• Annual return flights for teacher and dependents in China;

• 5,000 RMB settlement allowance, accommodation support, paid on-campus housing can be arranged;

• Full support for a work permit; reimbursement of document authentication and visa application costs;

• Strong professional development and in-service continuing education support–learn more;

• Subsidized fees for dependents attending a Maple Leaf International or Foreign Nationals School;

About the Candidate

• Sets instructional outcomes while using assessment to develop and demonstrate knowledge of students;

• Holds a passport from a native English-speaking country; clean criminal record;

• Completed high school and bachelor’s degree at an accredited university in a native-English country;

• Holds an Education, masters’ degree, or certificate from a recognized teacher education program;

• Recognized teaching certificate issued in a native English-speaking country;

• Maintains a lifestyle and personal habits compatible with the laws of the host country–learn more;

• New graduates with completed practicums and newly qualified teachers warmly welcomed;