middle and high school music teacher (band) - aug 2025 - china.

BASIS International & Bilingual Schools is a rapidly growing network of schools in China known for academic excellence and innovation. Their first school opened in Shenzhen in 2015 and since then they have opened more schools in Shenzhen, Hangzhou, Guangzhou, Nanjing, Chengdu and Wuhan.

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

The Hangzhou Campus

BASIS International School Hangzhou opened in 2018, and was the first BASIS International School in China outside of Guangdong province. The school welcomes students in Grades Pre-K - 12 and celebrated its first graduates in 2022. The faculty team is made up of teachers and administrators from around the world, bringing diverse perspectives and experiences to the community. The campus covers an area of 19,600 square meters and a building area of 23,667 square meters, including a 5,000-square-meter sports field, a 200-meter running track , a soccer field, volleyball courts, and an 800-square-meter gym.

Living and Working in Hangzhou

The Hangzhou campus is located at the heart of Qianjiang New Town, next to where the Grand Canal meets the Qiantang River. The area is known as the central business district of Hangzhou, featuring high-rise buildings, commercial centres, and modern landmarks With over 9 million inhabitants, Hangzhou, the capital of China's Zhejiang province, is the southern terminus of the ancient Grand Canal waterway, which originates in Beijing. Its West Lake, celebrated by poets and artists since the 9th century, encompasses islands (reachable by boat), temples, pavilions, gardens and arched bridges. The subtropical monsoon climate contributes to varied seasonal sceneries, making Hangzhou one of China's most popular destinations all the year round - a real holiday hot spot and therefore a great location in which to set up living. Nearby high-speed trains make traveling to other cities, such as Shanghai, easy and convenient.

Role

As a Music teacher, you lay a foundation for a lifelong love of, and appreciation for, music by introducing basic melodic and rhythmic concepts, instrument types and families, vocal posture and breathing, and other topics and skills. You guide students to think both critically and creatively about the role of music in the human experience and as a form of self-expression. You also collaborate with fellow teachers to bring music into history, technology, and other areas to provide further context and enhance student learning. Throughout the academic year, you organize and engage in numerous events to showcase your students' work.

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

• Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in your subject area (Elementary and Early Education degrees are also highly valued for Pre-K through Grade 5).
• A minimum of 2 years of teaching experience for teaching roles, more for leadership
• 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.
• A commitment to maintaining and enhancing the rigor of international education.
• A team player eager to share and learn from colleagues worldwide
• 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.
• Being a new school, flexibility is important as well as strong relationship building skills and an ability to build a strong school community.

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