Whole School Music Teacher - Beijing, China - August 2026

Country:
China
Region:
School -North and East Asia
Curriculum:
United Kingdom
Level:
Early Years (0-4), Primary-Lower (5-7), Primary-Upper (8-11), Secondary/ Middle(12-15), Secondary/High(16-18)
Start Date:
01 August 2026
Initial Contract Length:
2 year, renewable
Curriculum Experience Required:
Yes - not flexible
- Whole School Music Teacher
- Up to IGCSE & AS Level
-Salary from about 28k upwards a month depending on qualifications and experience
-Excellent conditions of employment with professional development allowance, housing, annual return airfares, health insurance, a great group of colleagues to work with, and wonderful young people to guide and encourage

This is a new campus of an existing, well-established school's group, which opened in August 2022 with Early Years and Primary classes, currently catering up to Year 9 but growing eventually to being a full K-12 international school.

Applicants should have a BA Degree in Education or PGCE (or equivalent) plus BA in the relevant subject they are applying to teach and Teacher Registration/Certification is a requirement. They should also have several years of relevant post qualification experience. The school look for passionate and committed teachers. Life in China demands a spirit of openness, flexibility and patience and, as well as being enthusiastic and adaptable educators, the school need candidates with a genuine interest in cultural understanding.

Yizhuang offers a modern, well-organized living environment that suits expats working in Beijing’s tech and industrial sectors. With good housing, green spaces, convenient transport, and access to schools and healthcare, it’s a practical and comfortable area - especially for families. While it’s quieter and less international than central districts, it provides a clean, safe, and efficient place to live for those who prefer a calmer, work-focused lifestyle. Overall, Beijing is an exciting and energetic world city. It is, at the one time, cosmopolitan and deeply Chinese. Living in Beijing is an amazing life experience and they need people who will appreciate this.

Interested applicants should contact their Edvectus advisor without hesitation and be prepared to demonstrate attributes that will match you against an overseas teaching opportunity which will demand an adjustment of your expectations and challenge your cultural astuteness.

For more information, please contact your Edvectus consultant.
Number Of Students:
30-40 initially
Student Make Up:
Local & Expatriate
Regional Info:
Yizhuang, located in Beijing’s Economic-Technological Development Area (BDA), offers a modern, clean, and well-planned environment that is attractive to expats. It has good housing options - including international talent apartments -reliable transport links, green spaces, and convenient access to schools and healthcare, making it a comfortable choice for families. The area is more suburban and business-oriented than central Beijing, so while it provides a high quality of life, it has a quieter social scene and fewer expat-heavy neighborhoods compared to districts like Chaoyang or Shunyi. Overall, Yizhuang is ideal for expats looking for a modern, work-friendly area with solid amenities, though those seeking vibrant nightlife or a more traditional Beijing atmosphere may find it less dynamic.
Tax Rate:
Taxes typically 16-25%
Benefits:
Flights- every 2 years, Gratuity or end of service bonus, Housing- allowance, Medical or Health insurance, Professional development allowance, Tuition - free for dependants
Suited To:
Activity-typical land sporting types, Climate - cooler, Climate -moderate, Dependent children - more suitable, Holiday destination - yes typical, Infrastructure - Highly developed, Westernised - highly, Women - not restrictive
Minimum Years Experience:
2.0
Curriculum Experience Required:
Yes - not flexible
Will Accept Newly Qualified Teachers:
N
Visa Restriction:
2 years post qualification teaching exp requd, Younger than 60
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