English Language Teaching Positions in Hangzhou, China

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1 3707 Woodview Trace, Indianapolis, IN Tel: (317) Fax: (317) English Language Teaching Positions in Hangzhou, China Academic year of and (Rolling Enrollment) ***This information is subject to change*** General Information Are you looking for a teaching position where you will learn as much as your students? Are you interested in Chinese culture and an international teaching experience? If so, then Kappa Delta Pi (KDP) has an opportunity for you! Through KDP s partnership with the Chinese Education Connection, 30 teaching positions are available to members and non-members of KDP for the and academic year. Location: Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China Positions: 30 openings for English Language Time frame: From 6 months to one year Compensation: Yes About the City Hangzhou is the capital and largest city of Zhejiang Province in Eastern China and the fourth largest metropolitan area in the country. As a core city on the Yangtze River Delta and located 110 miles southwest of Shanghai, Hangzhou enjoys a strategic economic advantage. It has been one of the most renowned and prosperous cities of China for 1,000 years, due in part to its beautiful natural scenery. At the heart of the city lies the scenic West Lake, the area s most famous tourist attraction. 1

2 Position Description CEC is working with Zhejiang Department of Education to invite American teachers to teach English at local high schools in Zhejiang Province for six months to one year. This program is part of the One Foreign Language Teacher for Each School program initiated by Zhejiang Department of Education. The ideal candidates are expected to work with local schools to improve English language teaching, enrich curriculum by incorporating cultural activities, and to broaden the horizons and enhance cross-cultural understanding among students and educators. Candidates are also encouraged to assist improvement in school administration. Responsibilities Teaching requirements will consist primarily of working with students on conversational English and on reading using the curriculum provided. Teachers selected will share the following instructional responsibilities as part of a team of English Language Learner teachers: Work in a collaborative team teaching environment to support Chinese students. Support classroom teaching and create lesson plans in content areas. Provide formal assessment reports and maintain a portfolio showcasing students work. Collaborate with other teachers in long- and short-term planning which addresses students individual goals. Work with school staff to plan intervention services for students as needed. Others duties as assigned. 2

3 Qualifications A Bachelor s degree in Education or other relevant field; A valid state teaching license of any subjects is preferred; A certificate in ESL, TESOL, or ELL is preferred; At least 15 weeks of student teaching or full-time teaching experience; Commitment to an international teaching position; Belief that all students can achieve at high levels; Superior communication skills; Ability to work collaboratively; and A native English speaker. Compensation & Benefits: 6 months 1 year One-week cultural orientation (a visa requirement) One-week cultural orientation (a visa requirement) Competitive salary $1,000 per month Competitive salary $1,200 per month Guaranteed hours Guaranteed hours Housing provided by school Housing provided by school Health insurance (travel insurance is not included) Health insurance (travel insurance is not included) Most of the schools offer free breakfast and lunch Most of the schools offer free breakfast and lunch for staff for staff Ongoing professional support provided by the Ongoing professional support provided by the school district school district Local staff support, onsite orientation and TESOL Local staff support, onsite orientation and TESOL training for new teachers training for new teachers Paid vacation on any national holidays according to Paid vacation on any national holidays according to Chinese calendar Chinese calendar At least a 6-month commitment is required for a At least a 6-month commitment is required for a free one-way flight ticket. free one-way flight ticket for the candidate. For those who have successfully fulfilled a one-year contract, the return airfare will be paid by the school district. Work visa provided by the school under a one-year work contract Support: Curriculum, books, and projection equipment will be provided 3

4 Program Timeline: 6 months 1 year Application deadline Open Open Phone or online interview By appointment By appointment Confirmation A week after interview A week after interview Departure to China TBD TBD Orientation 2 weeks before departure 2 weeks before departure Start teaching Feb Sept Program Completion Aug Aug of the next year Recommended Return Flight TBD TBD Application: Interested individuals should complete the application form, and attach copies of their teaching license and other relevant documentation. Mail these materials with your check or money order made out to CEC to: KDP/CEC English Language Teaching in Hangzhou 3707 Woodview Trace. Indianapolis, IN Questions can be addressed to: Tel: teaching@econnectionchina.org Relevant documents include: Copy of passport Copy of bachelor s degree Copy of teaching license Copy of official transcript Resume/CV Cover letter/ letter of interest Two reference letters Medical insurance information Two ID photos (2 in x 2 in, light color background, electronic file) For first-time participants, a total fee of $1,200 is needed, which includes: Visa fee: $465 Program fee: $735 For repeating participants, a total fee of $1,050 is needed, which includes: Visa fee: $465 Program fee: $585 4

5 Application: English Language Teaching in Hangzhou Please choose the program time frame that applied to you: 6 months 1 year I. Personal Information English Full Name as in Passport Last name Middle name First name Name in Chinese Gender Current Nationality Place of Birth (city, Province /State country) Male Female Name of Employer Other Names Date of Birth (yyyy-mm-dd) Former Nationality Education Postgraduate College Employer/School Information Your Position Employer Tel. Number Employer Address (street or P.O. box, city, state, zip code) Subject Matter Home Information Address Home Phone Number Cell Phone Number Personal II. Visa Information Passport Number Place of Issue Date of Issue (yyyy-mm-dd) Date of Expiration (yyyy-mm-dd) Have you ever been granted a Chinese visa? If applicable, please specify the date and place of the last time you were granted the visa. Other countries or territories you visited in the last 12 months Marital Status Married Other 5

6 Single (please specify) Name Nationality Occupation Relationship Major Family Members (spouse, children, parents) Emergency Contact Name Phone Number Relationship with the Applicant III. Authorization for Emergency Medical Treatment Nearest Relatives Physician Dentist Health Insurance Company Allergies Current Medications (attach list if needed) Special Health Needs Name Address Name Address (street or P.O. box, city, state, zip code) Name Address (street or P.O. box, city, state, zip code) Policy Number Telephone Phone Number(Day) Phone Number(Night) Phone Number(Day) Phone Number(Night) Phone Number(Day) Phone Number(Night) 6

7 (attach explanation) Emergency Medical Authorization I, the undersigned, do hereby authorize The Chinese Education Connection and its agents or representatives to consent, on my behalf, to any medical/hospital care or treatment (including locations outside the U.S.) to be rendered upon the advice of any licensed physician. I agree to be responsible for all necessary charges incurred by any hospitalization or treatment rendered pursuant to this authorization. I understand that China in summer is frequently very hot and that my accommodations may or may not be air conditioned. The effective dates of this authorization are Date (yyyy-mm-dd) to Date (yyyy-mm-dd) I am eighteen years of age or older, have read the above authorization, and confirm that the information contained therein is true and accurate. Signature Date (yyyy-mm-dd) IV. International Travel Waiver of Liability and Hold Harmless Agreement (name) understand and acknowledge that participating in the Chinese Education Connection, LLC. trip to and all activities during the trip (hereinafter the Trip ) are elective and I hereby agree to the following: 1. I understand and acknowledge the risks and hazards inherent to this activity, including but not limited to international travel risks. I hereby elect to voluntarily participate in said activity with full knowledge that said activity may be hazardous to me and my property. I VOLUNTARILY ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY RISKS OF LOSS, PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR PERSONAL INJURY, INCLUDING DEATH that may sustained by me, or any loss or damage to property owned by me, as a result of being engaged in such an activity, whether caused by the Negligence or Grossly Negligent of Chinese Education Connection, LLC., their officers, directors, agents, servants, or employees (hereinafter collectively referred to as the Releasees ) or otherwise. 2. I hereby RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHARGE AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE the Releasees from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, and causes of action whatsoever arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by me, or any of the property belonging to me, whether caused by the Negligence or Grossly Negligent of the Releasees, or third party during the Trip. 3. I hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Releasees from any and all liability, loss, or other damage claims or obligations caused by or arising out of my intentional, Negligent, or 7

8 Grossly Negligent acts or omissions during the Trip. 4. I understand and acknowledge that medical care and medical facilities may not be readily available, nor meet the standards I would expect or receive in the United States. To the best of my knowledge my health is good enough to undertake the Trip. If I have any question about my health, I will visit and discuss this Trip with my physician before I go. I understand and acknowledge that I may be traveling to places where little or no health care is available. In addition, I understand and acknowledge I may undergo types of physical and mental exertion exceeding my normal tolerance. 5. I understand travel insurance is available for purchase and that protection from flight cancellations and other unforeseen and uncontrollable circumstances is available only through that avenue. 6. In the event that I become injured or sick, I understand and acknowledge that the Tour Director reserves the right to declare me unfit to continue on specific activities while on the Trip at his/her sole discretion. If I am declared unfit to participate in any Trip activities, I agree to cooperate with the Tour Director and follow his/her direction regarding my permitted activity during that time. I UNDERSTAND AND ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I MAY DECLINE TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY PART OF THE TRIP ACTIVITIES, IF DOING SO IS POSSIBLE AND WILL NOT PUT ME OR MY FELLOW TRAVELERS AT FURTHER RISK. 7. I AGREE TO RELEASE, WAIVE, AND HOLD HARMLESS THE RELEASEES FROM ANY LOSS THAT I MAY SUFFER AS A RESULT OF NOT PARTICIPATING IN ANY TRIP ACTIVITY. 8. I agree to act with courtesy, responsibility, and reasonableness at all times while on the Trip and to follow the directives of the Tour Director or his/her designee to minimize risks to myself and fellow travelers. I understand and acknowledge that the Tour Director may release me from the Trip to return to the United States if the Tour Director in his/her sole discretion determines that my conduct does not meet this standard. I also understand that I may be photographed or appear in video for such purposes as CEC deems necessary. 9. In case any provision of this Agreement shall be determined to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable for any reason, the remaining provisions and portions of this Agreement shall be unaffected and unimpaired thereby, and shall remain in full force and effect, to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law. Signature of Participant: Print Name of Participant: Signature of Witness: Date(yyyy-mm-dd): 8

9 V. Attachments Please Attach a Photo Copy of your Passport Here: Please Attach two 2 x 2 passport photos here: 9