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History Teacher - Middle School - Wuhan

school
BASIS International & Bilingual School Wuhan
location
Wuhan, China
housing
Provided furnished accommodation or a housing allowance.
airfair
Paid travel to and from China at the start and end of your contract, plus an annual travel allowance.
Start date
Start August 2025
3 years
1
  • Middle School
  • University Graduate
  • Bachelor
  • 2 years of teaching experience
  • History, World History, Social Studies

Who We’re Looking For

  • Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in your subject area (Elementary and Early Education degrees are also highly valued for Pre-K through Grade 5).
  • Experience: At least two years as the lead teacher in a classroom, a requirement for obtaining a working visa.
  • Collaboration: A team player eager to share and learn from colleagues worldwide.
  • High Standards: A commitment to maintaining and enhancing the rigor of international education.

At BASIS International & Bilingual Schools, we believe in investing in our teachers. Our benefits package is competitive, and we offer unparalleled support to our expatriate staff:

  • 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: Enroll up to two school-aged children per teacher, or up to three children per teaching couple, with free tuition.
  • 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.

Our HR and Operations teams will guide you every step of the way, from visa acquisition to settling into your new home. We’re committed to ensuring a smooth transition so you can focus on what you do best—teaching.

 

Become a Better Educator

At BASIS International & Bilingual Schools, we don’t just shape students’ futures, we also invest in yours. Through ongoing professional development and coaching, we help you grow into a more effective educator and leader. Whether you aim to become a mentor or move into school administration, your time at BASIS can accelerate your career in nearly any direction you choose to go.

BASIS International & Bilingual Schools Wuhan is seeking qualified candidates for a History Teacher - Middle School for the 2025-26 school year!

Are you an experienced educator looking to grow your career with an established and high-achieving school network? Apply now for our History Teacher position with BASIS International & Bilingual Schools Wuhan.  

Why Choose BASIS International Schools?

Join a dynamic, rapidly growing network of schools in China known for academic excellence and innovation. Since our first school opened in Shenzhen in 2015, BASIS International & Bilingual Schools has expanded across China, with campuses in Hangzhou, Guangzhou, Nanjing, Chengdu, and Wuhan. In 2024, we proudly launched three new schools in Shenzhen, including our first Early Childhood Education campuses.

Our 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.

About BASIS International & Bilingual Schools Wuhan 

BASIS International & Bilingual Schools Wuhan opened in 2023 and brings our innovative curriculum to the very heart of China in Hubei province. The state-of-the-art facilities include spacious classrooms, gymnasiums, multiple performance spaces, science labs, swimming pool, student dorms, and much more. As the capital of Hubei province, Wuhan offers many scenic sites along the confluence of the Han and Yangtze rivers. Our school is focused on embracing Chinese culture while enriching the lives of students and faculty. 

At BASIS, we believe students can achieve authentic learning through robust challenges. From middle school onwards, our students engage in advanced coursework, setting high expectations while establishing a solid foundation in core subjects, revisiting and reinforcing concepts in greater depth each year to prepare for entry into honors and Advanced Placement levels starting in ninth grade. 

As a History teacher, you build upon this strong foundation, teaching students world history as a means to develop global perspectives and understand how and why historical events happened. You cover a wide variety of topics focused on the five major geographical regions of the globe, such as culture, economic systems, social structures, and major historical events. You also collaborate with fellow teachers to tie in lessons with what students are learning in other subjects, such as music and art.  

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 
This is a Direct to School Job
This is a Direct to School Job

BASIS International & Bilingual School Wuhan will open in September 2023. Our first campus in Hubei province, faculty and students will enjoy state of the art facilities, including spacious classrooms, gymnasiums, multiple performance spaces, science labs, a swimming pool, student dorms, and much more. The school will open with Grades Pre-K – 9 to begin, and will grow to become a Pre-K – Grade 12 school.

Wuhan is the capital of Hubei province and offers many scenic sites along the confluence of the Han and Yangtze rivers. It is in the very heart of China, roughly equidistant from Beijing in the north and Guangzhou in the south. There are many famous sites in and near the city, such as a Yuan-dynasty temple, the Hubei Provincial Museum, Yellow Crane Tower, Yangtze River Bridge and more.

This is a Direct to School Job
This is a Direct to School Job

One of the world's most powerful nations, China's cultural contributions have influenced history and human development for thousands of years. Teach Away offers ESL teaching jobs in reputable language schools as well as licensed teaching jobs across China.

Beijing, China
Standard Mandarin
1,387,720,133
Renminbi (yuan) (¥)
Buddhism, Taoism
Varied: wet/dry seasons
Land area - 3.7 million sq. miles (9.6 million sq. km)
This is a Direct to School Job
This is a Direct to School Job
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