ESL Homeroom Kindergarten Teacher in Bao’an, Shenzhen, Guangdong [LTD]

Location: #

Bao’an, Shenzhen, Guangdong

Expected date on board #

Spring 2026

Weekly Working Days #

5 Days

Weekly Teaching Hours #

8 am-12:00 pm, 2-5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, with lunch break

Student Age #

2-6 years old

Class Size #

20-25 students;

Job Requirements #

1. Day Off: 2 days off on weekends, 11 Chinese public holidays, winter/summer vacation;
2. Class settings: In a homeroom setting, four teachers, namely, the international teacher, two Chinese teachers, and a caretaker, will be responsible for one class for a certain age group.
3. Curriculum: IB PYP (International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme) & STEM;
4. Lessons: English classes will be conducted following the IB framework with the addition of arts, drama, and gym classes.
5. Reports & Training: Teaching reports and teaching preparation sessions are needed during 12:30–1:30 pm once a week.
6. Additional Tasks: Accomplish assignments allocated by the academic manager or principal.

Job Responsibilities #

Preference will be given to candidates with at least 2 years of teaching experience. The role involves teaching AP/A-level mathematics to high school students.
– Communicate with Chinese homeroom teachers about the students’ learning.
– Manage classroom discipline and maintain an interactive class environment
– Finish the academic requirements from the academic director; maintain high teaching quality
– Design and grade homework, placement tests, progress assessments, midterms, and final exams
– Attend required meetings, including parents’ meetings, weekly academic meetings, etc.

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Compensation #

1. The compensation is 27K before tax and is determined by the candidate’s working experience, educational background, and interview performance.
2. Flight and Visa Reimbursement: 7,000 RMB for document authentications, work visa, residence permit, and medical checkup fees;
3. Contract Renewal Bonus: 5,000 RMB;
4. Free Hotel: Up to 4 days upon arrival;
5. Free Meals: Three meals from breakfast to dinner provided by the school;
6. Medical and Accident Insurance: Provided.
7. Paid Holidays: 11 days of public holidays and summer/winter vacations;
8. Training and Orientation: Pre-job orientation, on-going IB workshops/training,
9. professional development and career development opportunities in teaching.

Work visa support #

1. Interview guidance and arrangement;
2. Visa guidance, follow-up, and advice;
3. Pre-job Training: Orientation, Chinese culture, Mandarin, Teaching Methodology;
4. Airport pickup;
5. The program also includes hotel arrangements upon arrival.
6. Apartment hunting support;
7. City life intro and guidance;
8. Activities and engagement.

About #

Shenzhen IB Kindergarten is founded on the principles of holistic education, integrating the most forward-thinking approaches to early childhood education. Our core philosophy emphasizes engaging and exploratory learning experiences designed to lay a solid foundation for lifelong learning. We prioritize children’s autonomy, encouraging them to explore, create, and become lifelong learners and global citizens with an
international perspective. Through exceptional education, the IB teaching system, and a diverse curriculum, we aim to instill in children an appreciation for beauty, the courage to explore the world, and the wisdom that will benefit them throughout their lives. 1+6+1 Curriculum System
Core Curriculum: IB Curriculum Our IB curriculum respects each child’s individuality, abilities, and experiences. It encourages learning through practice, experimentation, and exploration, fostering a love for learning and a deep understanding of the world.
Specialty Courses:
• Drama + STEM + LEGO
• Aesthetics + Music + Physical Intelligence
At Shenzhen IB Kindergarten, our courses emphasize the unique differences of each child, striving to provide a rich and diverse childhood experience. Beyond the core curriculum, our specialized courses represent a comprehensive system, reflecting our
commitment to holistic education. Distinctive Social Practice Courses: We place great importance on connecting the curriculum with real-life experiences. Through unique off-campus courses, children have the opportunity to explore their abilities, discover their potential, and fully demonstrate their creativity and teamwork outside the standard curriculum. These diverse activities help children develop innovation skills and a collaborative spirit, preparing them to thrive in an ever-changing world.

There’s been enthusiasm about the question: why is Shenzhen called Shenzhen and not Bao’an City? Most responses have been as speculative as my own; to date, no one has mentioned a paper trail that actually says why Shenzhen and not Bao’an. Just to make sure we’re all on the same page, I’m going to outline the facts as I understand them.

In 1953, the Bao’an County seat moved from Nantou to Shenzhen Market. In 1979, when Ba’an County became Shenzhen City, the place name Bao’an ceased to exist. The site of government for Shenzhen City was the original Shenzhen Market. In 1980, Shenzhen City became the Shenzhen SEZ. In 1982, Shenzhen City was divided into the SEZ and Bao’an County. Thus, the name Bao’an as a marker for the rural was only rehabilitated in 1982 as part of ongoing restructuring in the 1980s. There was no premeditated preservation of the rural; that was an effect of attempts to govern the newly established city and SEZ.

So I’m going to make the question more explicit: who knows if there is an official reason that the name was changed from Bao’an to Shenzhen? Who has suggestions for where I should look for this paper trail? What level of leader would be involved in this kind of decision?

To contextualize even further: Shekou was part of the Xihai Commune. When it was selected as the site for the China Merchant’s Industrial Park, the new industrial park was called “the Shekou Industrial Park.” There was no name change for a place that would have been more familiar to Hong Kong people or foreigners. Both Chiwan and Mawan, for example, are historically more famous than Shekou and are in fact part of present-day Shekou, but the name wasn’t changed.

All this to say, I get naming the SEZ Shenzhen because the experimental epicenter was located in and around the old Shenzhen Market. However, renaming Bao’an County is the part I’m struggling with. Indeed, for at least the first twenty years of Shenzhen’s history, we only talked about the SEZ. All this to say, the Shenzhen SEZ could have as easily been located within Bao’an City borders as within Shenzhen City borders. I’m looking for the logic behind the change or an explanation for the absence of geographic logic as a feature of Shenzhen’s establishment.