Psychology Teacher
Elevate · Beijing
We are looking for an AP Psychology Teacher for the international division of a public high school located in Beijing. This position is available for an immediate start in the 2026/27 academic year.
About the school
This is the international division of one of Beijing's most respected public high schools, with around 300 students and a team of 53 Chinese and international teachers. It offers students aged 15 to 18 an AP-based pathway to leading universities in the US and beyond, with most teaching delivered in English and classes of 16 to 25 students. The school takes a long-term view of its faculty, with a compensation structure designed to support both stability and career development.
Job details
- Teach AP Psychology to students aged 15 to 18 and prepare them for the AP exam
- Plan and deliver engaging lessons for classes of 16 to 25 students
- Monitor student progress and give clear, constructive feedback to students and parents
- Contribute 4 hours per week to extra-curricular activities
- Work with fellow teachers to develop and enhance the curriculum
- Create a supportive, safe and engaging learning environment
- Teaching load of under 20 class hours per week, plus 16 preparation hours
Requirements
- Excellent spoken and written English
- Bachelor's degree or above with a major or minor in Psychology; master's degree in Education or the subject preferred
- Teaching licence required
- At least 3 years of teaching experience, including AP Psychology
- Teaching experience in American high schools preferred
- Enthusiastic, responsible, and a strong team player in a multicultural setting
Benefits
Salary and benefits
- Monthly salary of 26,000 to 36,000 RMB commensurate with experience and background
- Salary paid over 12 months, including social insurance
- Flight allowance
- Annual salary increase based on individual and school performance
- Annual performance bonus
- Work permit and visa costs covered by the school
- Medical insurance fully covered through social insurance plus supplementary commercial cover
- Summer and winter holidays (winter holiday around 30 days)
- Public holidays
- One- or two-year contract, renewable with a longer term