Secondary Science (Biology) AP Teacher - Qingdao, China - August 2025
- Country:
- China
- Region:
- School -North and East Asia
- Curriculum:
- United Kingdom, USA - Advanced Placement
- Level:
- Secondary/ Middle(12-15), Secondary/High(16-18)
- Start Date:
- 01 August 2025
- Initial Contract Length:
- 3 year, renewable
- Curriculum Experience Required:
- Yes - not flexible
- SECONDARY AP BIOLOGY TEACHER
- Tax free salary from about RMB 21,500/month upwards plus free individual accommodation, utilities bills, free food (during term time), basic medical cover, flights
- Very high savings potential (85-95% of salary
- Very well- equipped school set on a purpose built - and beautiful - 50-acre campus just outside the city of Qingdao, close to the scenic Lao Mountains
Due to continued expansion we are seeking a teacher to establish a new AP program for AP Biology starting in August 2025.
A minimum of 3 years of teaching experience. In AP and Pre-AP curriculum development and instruction is essential.
Degree in related subject accompanied by a teaching qualification.
A Master’s degree or higher in a related subject is an advantage.
Familiarity with AP curriculum standards and College Board requirements and the ability to design a Scheme of Work (SOW) for the subject. Capability to design Pre-AP courses tailored to students’ abilities to prepare them for AP courses. Candidates must be able to work independently with minimum instructions.
Ability to teach entirely in English. Strong curriculum development and instructional design skills. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with the capacity to motivate students and help them achieve academic success.
The school opened in September 2012 and caters for mostly Chinese students. The school population is currently around 800 pupils who enjoy first-class facilities that include an indoor swimming pool, a fitness suite, a visual and performing arts centre as well as Astro-turf rugby and football pitches. The school offers a quality education for students over the age of 14 so students can join further education institutions in the UK, USA, Canada, Australia or New Zealand. Working here provides an opportunity to make a real contribution to international education through helping to combine the best of both British and Chinese educational expertise.
Qingdao is a major seaport in Shandong Province, looking out over the Yellow Sea and it is one hour’s flight from Beijing and Seoul. It has a rich heritage and a temperate climate and good air quality. It is one of the most affluent and fastest growing cities in China. For more information on China, please contact Edvectus.
- Tax free salary from about RMB 21,500/month upwards plus free individual accommodation, utilities bills, free food (during term time), basic medical cover, flights
- Very high savings potential (85-95% of salary
- Very well- equipped school set on a purpose built - and beautiful - 50-acre campus just outside the city of Qingdao, close to the scenic Lao Mountains
Due to continued expansion we are seeking a teacher to establish a new AP program for AP Biology starting in August 2025.
A minimum of 3 years of teaching experience. In AP and Pre-AP curriculum development and instruction is essential.
Degree in related subject accompanied by a teaching qualification.
A Master’s degree or higher in a related subject is an advantage.
Familiarity with AP curriculum standards and College Board requirements and the ability to design a Scheme of Work (SOW) for the subject. Capability to design Pre-AP courses tailored to students’ abilities to prepare them for AP courses. Candidates must be able to work independently with minimum instructions.
Ability to teach entirely in English. Strong curriculum development and instructional design skills. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with the capacity to motivate students and help them achieve academic success.
The school opened in September 2012 and caters for mostly Chinese students. The school population is currently around 800 pupils who enjoy first-class facilities that include an indoor swimming pool, a fitness suite, a visual and performing arts centre as well as Astro-turf rugby and football pitches. The school offers a quality education for students over the age of 14 so students can join further education institutions in the UK, USA, Canada, Australia or New Zealand. Working here provides an opportunity to make a real contribution to international education through helping to combine the best of both British and Chinese educational expertise.
Qingdao is a major seaport in Shandong Province, looking out over the Yellow Sea and it is one hour’s flight from Beijing and Seoul. It has a rich heritage and a temperate climate and good air quality. It is one of the most affluent and fastest growing cities in China. For more information on China, please contact Edvectus.
- Number Of Students:
- 750
- Student Make Up:
- Chinese Nationals
- Regional Info:
- Qingdao, known as “sailboat capital” and successfully holding 2008 Olympic maritime competition activities, is situated in the southeast of Shandong Province. Eastern and southern parts face the sea, whilst the northeastern part is adjacent to Yantai city, and next to Weifang city in the west and Rizhao city to the southwest. Like most Chinese cities, Qingdao has a rapidly growing population. With regards to the climate, Qingdao has four clear seasons. In spring, the temperature is pleasant but takes longer to warm up than the inland areas. In summer, it is humid and hot with lots of rain, and in autumn, the weather is cool with plentiful rain. The winters are long and windy with low temperatures. August is the hottest month with the average temperature being about 25 degrees and the coldest month is January, with the average temperature being about -1 degrees. Shopping and transportation is convenient in Qingdao and there are many shopping malls, such as JUSCO, METRO, CARREFOUR and LOTUS. Qingdao Metro is a rapid transport system and there is also an extensive bus network. The cost of living is average and food and clothing prices are reasonable. Qingdao is well-known for its beer festival in mid-August. For more information please see: Top 10 reasons you should visit Qingdao: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mh_Jmk5XzFI Qingdao: an exceptional city: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mHuYQfwltr0 Qingdao: a little pocket of Germany in China: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rr8dwlGU8sI http://wikitravel.org/en/Qingdao http://www.chinatouronline.com/china-travel/qingdao/qingdao-attractions/index.html http://thesmartlocal.com/read/scoot-to-qingdao
- Tax Rate:
- Taxes typically 16-25%
- Benefits:
- Flights -yearly, Housing - provided, Utilities paid
- Suited To:
- Activity - swimming beaches, Activity- mountains, Activity-typical water sporting types, Climate - cooler, Climate -moderate, Dependent children - Not very suitable, Holiday destination - yes typical, Rural, Westernised - not very, Women - not restrictive
- Minimum Years Experience:
- 3.0
- Curriculum Experience Required:
- Yes - not flexible
- Will Accept Newly Qualified Teachers:
- N
- Visa Restriction:
- 2 years post qualification teaching exp requd, Younger than 60