• Recruitment Introduction
  • Position Application
  • Compensation and Package
  • Living in Changsha

Changsha WES Academy (WES International) for Children of Expatriates is located in Changsha Economic and Technological Development Zone. It enjoys convenient transportation and is equipped with complete surrounding facilities, which are convenient for your work and life.

WES International has a diverse international teaching team with over 60% of the teachers coming from overseas, providing a truly global - learning experience for students. As the largest international community in Hunan Province, it has brought together teachers and students from more than 20 countries and regions around the world, forming an international big family with great diverse charm. In this culturally diverse and international happy community, we are committed to developing high - quality international education with our dynamic professional teaching team.

We offer a highly competitive salary package and excellent career development opportunities. We welcome enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our team!

PYP Homeroom Teacher

Candidates should have:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above

  • More than 2 years of relevant teaching experience

  • Candidates must be fully qualified for primary homeroom teachers with excellent classroom practices and a love of teaching

  • Excellent communication skills with students

  • Teach students in a way that enables them to achieve high standards of learning

  • Contribute towards the provision of a dynamic, creative international learning environment

  • Actively participate in the development of the school

  • Work cooperatively and supportively with all members of staff


Job Description

1. Student Management: Manage and monitor the learning and behavior of students in the classroom to ensure that their academic progress and behavior are in line with the school's regulations. Monitor students' academic progress, pay attention to their mental health, and provide necessary support and guidance.

2. Parent Communication: Maintain positive communication with parents and hold regular parent meetings to share students' development and answer parents' concerns.

3. Curriculum Monitoring: Monitor and support the educational process within the classroom to ensure that the curriculum implementation is effectively executed. Collaborate with the teaching team to promote the development of the subject and improve the quality of teaching.

4. Activity Participation: Actively participate in student-related in-school and out-of-school activities to promote teamwork and student engagement.

5. Behaviour Management: Manage behaviour within the classroom, formulate and implement appropriate behaviour policies, and ensure the following of school rules and regulations. Foster a positive school culture.

6. Academic Monitoring: Tracking students' academic performance with the help of subject tests and student grades and taking steps to help those who need extra support.

7. Parent Conferences: Participate in regular parent conferences to share student development and school updates with parents.

8. Teamwork: Work collaboratively with other classroom teachers, faculty, and staff, and participate in the coordination of the school administration to ensure the smooth operation of the entire school.

9. Intercultural Communication: Facilitate intercultural communication among students and actively participate in cultural activities to enhance students' understanding of and respect for multiculturalism, diversity and inclusion.

10. Cultural Adaptation: Assist international students in adapting to the local culture by providing cultural adaptation guidance and addressing challenges they may face.


Compensation and benefit package

· Competitive salary

· Annual gratuity

· Housing allowance

· Healthcare/Medical Insurance

· Free tuition fee for up to two children

· Airfare allowance

· Summer Traveling Subsidy

· Working Visa Processing fee

· Shipping fee

· Full-pay holidays

· Professional development

Lower Secondary Science Teacher

Candidates should have:

  • have a Bachelor degree or above (Major in Biology or Chemistry, preferred but not essential)

  • have more than 2 years relevant teaching experience

  • have good communication skills with students

  • teach students in a way that enables them to achieve high standards of learning

  • contribute towards the provision of a dynamic, creative international learning environment

  • actively participate in the development of the school

  • work co-operatively and supportively with all members of staff

Job Description

· undertake long, medium and short-term planning to ensure appropriate curriculum

· coverage according to the requirements of the respective examination board syllabi

· work as part of the team of Science teachers to organize the Science Fair

· ensure that student learning in classes is monitored, appropriately assessed and that the results of such assessment are used to enhance learning

· regularly report progress of students to parents

· actively participate in the range of extra-curricular activities and programmes that take

place outside the regular school day. This may include relevant competitions

· take part in designated school events, as defined by the school calendar

· undertake any other reasonable task that school leadership deems to be appropriate


Compensation and benefit package

· Competitive salary

· Annual gratuity

· Housing allowance

· Healthcare/Medical Insurance

· Free tuition fee for up to two children

· Airfare allowance

· Summer Traveling Subsidy

· Working Visa Processing fee

· Shipping fee

· Full-pay holidays

· Professional development

Salary and Payment

WES International has its own salary scale which reflects the school’s aim to attract high-quality staff. Salaries are dependent on qualification and experience. Contracts issued will initially be for a duration of two years, and the contract is renewable. The school offers an annual bonus which is based on a performance evaluation.   A designated local bank account will be opened for each new member of staff, into which the school will deposit the salary. This will be done by the 5th working day of every month.

The school helps expatriate teachers to transfer part of your salary to their overseas bank account, if desired. The exchange rate shall be based on that of the remitting bank on the remittance day.


Accommodation

We manage accommodation by awarding staff an accommodation allowance which enables staff to choose where to live. You can find a 2-4 bedroom apartment (2000-4000RMB) with a kitchen, bathroom, all equipped with basic household appliances within the subsidy limit. Currently, most of our staff live in the surrounding communities within a 5-20-minute drive from the school. The school offers assistance from the HR department to help newcomers rent an apartment and settle down in Changsha.


Tuition Fee Concession Policy for Expatriate Teachers

Two school-age children of each overseas member of staff will be entitled to full remission of tuition fees at the school. 50% remission fees is offered for the third child enrolled during the period of employment.


Healthcare

China’s healthcare system includes both public and private medical institutions. You can dial “120” to request emergency medical services.   The school insures group medical insurance for expatriate teachers. This insurance will cover your spouse and up to 3 children under the age of 18 who are living in Changsha with you, which enables the recipient and his/her dependents to take advantage of the excellent private hospitals and medical facilities available in the mainland China.


Additional Benefits

Other benefits include flight allowance at the beginning and end of the contract, summer traveling subsidy, and reimbursement for visa related costs. Details of all benefits will be discussed with candidates.

Introduction of the City

Changsha is the capital and most populous city of Hunan Province in the south-central part of China. It is a famous historical and cultural city with a history of over 3,000 years. The city enjoys splendid ancient culture and is home to many ancient tombs and relics. Millennia of history have left numerous attractions for tourists including the Yuelu Mountain and Academy, Mawangdui Tomb, Kaifu Temple, Tianxin Pavilion and Orange Island. Meanwhile, vibrant bars, karaoke clubs and a rising Hunan TV industry have made Changsha a city of entertainment. People living in Changsha may not earn the top salaries but they enjoy "happy lives.” For 16 consecutive years ending 2023, Changsha has been listed as one of ten "China's happiest cities," a list compiled by China Happy City Forum. The city is famous for its 24-hour convenient shops, restaurants and even bookstores. You are welcome to explore this happiest and newest internet celebrity city in China.

Welcome to Changsha, the City that Never Sleeps

Changsha, also known as “Star City, is a city that’s buzzing with life and energy. When people talk about the cities with the richest nightlife in China, it must be Changsha! The nightlife of Changsha people is very active, in early morning Changsha, the bars in Jiefang West already have queues, the night market at Hanging intersection has just opened. At this time, the nightlife in Changsha really kicks off. Many tourists arriving in Changsha are shocked and ask first,” Is it true that Changsha people don't sleep? Because of this, Changsha was promoted to the first Internet celebrity city. This year, the Jiefangxi Block in Changsha was listed on the Top 100 Asian Night Attractions, along with the Hafilat Tower in Dubai and the Bund waterfront in Shanghai.


Food

Hunan cuisine is one of the eight major caissons in China, known for its spicy, fresh spicy, sour spicy and other flavors. People have a great passion for spicy food, and almost every dish is seasoned with a generous amount of chili peppers, dried chili, chili oil or chili sauce. This bold use of spices creates a strong and exciting flavor that can make your taste buds tingle and your mouth burn in a pleasant way.

Changsha has many famous food streets, such as Pojie Street, Taiping Old Street, Huangxing Road Pedestrian Street, etc. These streets bring together various food shops and snack stalls. There are not only local specialties but also delicacies from all over the country.

In Changsha, there are several Western restaurants opened by different patron nationalities. Bach Bakery is run by a German couple, offering delicious bread and pastries. Loft Garden Coffee has a French owner and serves French-style dishes like cheese beefburgers and foie gras with mango. Dechu Restaurant, owned by a German, offers traditional German cuisine such as sausages and pork knuckles. These restaurants add diversity to Changsha's dining scene and allow locals and tourists to experience authentic Western flavors.

Landform and Climate

Changsha has a variety of landforms and well-developed surface water systems. It enjoys a moderate climate with four distinct seasons. Changsha has a subtropical monsoon climate. It is generally warm and humid. Summers are hot and long with high temperatures and abundant rainfall. Winters are relatively cold and damp. Spring and autumn are relatively short but pleasant. The climate is changeable throughout the year.


Transportation

For short trips, taxis are extremely cheap and very plentiful. Currently the most popular way is to book a vehicle by downloading relevant taxi-hailing apps (such as Didi Chuxing, Meituan Taxi, Caesar Taxi, T3 Taxi, etc.). These apps usually offer taxi, fast car, and private car services, the prices are even cheaper than standard taxis and users can choose the type of vehicle that suits them best and input their departure and destination points. Payment methods are also usually integrated into the app, making it convenient and quick. Metro lines are also a good choice. As of July 2023, Changsha has 7 operating metro lines. The Xingsha Station of Line 3 is the closest one to the school, about 1.4 km away.

For longer trips, the school is about 14.3 kilometres away from Changsha Huanghua International Airport and about 10 kilometres away from Changsha South Railway Station. ‘Trip.com’ is a popular website among expatriate teachers to book flight tickets and hotels during vacations.


Scenic Spots Recommened in Changsha

The following are the popular tourist attractions in Changsha that you must visit

  • Orange Isle Scenic Area

  • Yuelu Mountain Scenic Area

  • Du Fu Pavilion

  • Taiping Ancient Street

  • Hunan Museum

  • Changsha Museum

  • Xie Zilong Photography Museum

  • Changsha Tongguan Kiln Museum

  • Mawangdui Han Dynasty Tombs Site

  • Lan Tianxin-Digital Intelligent Huxiang Museum

  • Tanheli Bronze Museum

  • Hunan Yuandian Art Museum

  • Xiangjiang Happy Ocean

How to Apply for a Position

To apply for any position, you can submit your application through the following channels:

1. School website: www.wes-cwa.org

2. Send your application to HR’s email box:

miazhou.cwa@wes-group.org;   Ms. Mia Zhou

summertao.cwa@wes-gorup.org; Ms. Summer Tao