high school english teacher (ap) - aug 2025 - chengdu, china.

The BASIS mission is to provide students with transformative early childhood and K -12 education. With the cutting-edge BASIS Curriculum, through exceptional teaching and faculty mentoring, they will produce graduates who have broad intellectual capabilities, international perspectives, critical thinking proficiency, and creative problem-solving skills to be leaders in their future academic and professional lives.

BASIS 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.

Teaching in China with this school group offers many unique benefits and opportunities. Teachers enjoy excellent facilities and resources, a higher standard of living with perks such as paid housing, and the opportunity to explore and continue their own learning as part of a new culture and geographic area. The group's network of schools in China is rapidly growing offering excellent opportunity for growth, promotion and development

BASIS International & Bilingual Schools Chengdu

BASIS International & Bilingual Schools Chengdu opened in 2022 and serves students in Grades Pre-K - 11, with courses eventually being offered through Grade 12 and a capacity of over 1,800 students. This beautiful campus is our first to house both an international and bilingual curriculum in one location. Chengdu is the capital of Sichuan province-home to famous historic sites, cuisine, and culture. Our school is located in a new, high-tech area in the southwest of the city, convenient to the airport and with plenty of green space.

Living and Working in Chengdu

Although one of China's less explored cities - Chengdu is a key economic hub in South West China with a population of 14 million including 14,000 ex-pats working for a variety of companies, including Intel, Toyota, Microsoft and various international schools. Chengdu has a high standard of living but lower living costs and this has given the city the reputation of easy to move to and hard to leave. It is a popular tourist destination; famous as home to the Pandas, Sichuan food, mountains, temples and Giant Buddha's.

Role

At BASIS, they believe students can achieve authentic learning through robust challenges. From middle school onwards, students engage in advanced coursework, setting high expectations while establishing a solid foundation in core subjects, revisiting and reinforcing concepts in greater depth each year to prepare for entry into honors and Advanced Placement levels starting in ninth grade.

As an AP Physics teacher, you build upon this strong foundation, deepening students' understanding of the subject while preparing them for success in AP testing. Through student-guided labs, you give them hands-on experience to further enhance their understanding.

You will also:

• Foster meaningful relationships with each student to ensure a personalized and successful learning trajectory
• Guide students in pursuing academic achievement, personal responsibility, and intellect
• Pursue continuous professional growth by participating in ongoing professional development, collaborating with colleagues, and staying informed on the latest educational techniques and best practices in your field
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative school community

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years of teaching experience
• Bachelor's degree in your subject area (Elementary and Early Education degrees are also highly valued for Pre-K through Grade 5).
• Demonstrate strong communication skills in teaching ideas, texts, and concepts with precision and confidence.
• Open to new ideas in teaching.
• Knowledgeable, passionate, and believe in transforming education.
• Able to motivate students to reach their highest potential, while also elevating own skills through peer collaboration and a culture where learning is of the greatest importance.

Salary and Benefits

The BASIS benefits package is competitive, and they offer unparalleled support to expatriate staff:

• Salary from approx. $55-65k USD per annum (360 - 420k RMB), more for leadership roles
• 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: Enrol up to two school-aged children per teacher, or up to three children per teaching couple, with free tuition. (ideally Primary-aged due to accelerated curriculum)
• 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