Humanities Teacher
Elevate · Beijing
We are looking for a Humanities Teacher for an international school based in Beijing. This position is available for the 2027/2028 academic year, starting in August 2027.
About the school
Located in Shunyi District, this modern campus sits in one of Beijing’s most international and family-friendly areas, known for its established expat community, green spaces, and convenient access to the airport. The school offers a high-quality international and bilingual learning environment from early years through secondary, with a planned expansion to upper grades over time. With purpose-built facilities and a strong academic focus, it provides a well-resourced setting for both students and staff, while still being within easy reach of Beijing’s cultural, dining, and travel opportunities.
About the role
As a Humanities Teacher, you help students build strong foundations in reading, writing, and social studies through engaging, age-appropriate units. You develop curiosity about people, places, and communities while strengthening core skills like comprehension, vocabulary, discussion, and basic research. Through stories, projects, and hands-on activities, you guide students to think clearly, communicate confidently, and make connections between what they learn and the world around them.
- Teach integrated humanities units covering literacy and early social studies concepts
- Build core skills in reading comprehension, writing, speaking, and vocabulary
- Create an interactive classroom using stories, discussions, and project-based learning
- Collaborate with grade-level teammates to support student growth and wellbeing
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in your subject area
- Strong communication skills
- Experience working in a bilingual setting preferred
- Teaching credentials
- At least two years as the lead teacher in a classroom
Benefits
- Competitive monthly salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
- Monthly housing allowance
- Fully paid summer and winter holiday
- Public holiday
- Free tuition for up to 2 dependent children
- Flight allowance
- Relocation support
- School meals
- Finish contract bonus
- Annual bonus
- Commercial medical insurance