Guangzhou Xiangjiang Middle and High School
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You to Teach in Guangzhou, China
Guangzhou Xiangjiang High School, with its XJ-EL American High School Program, has nine
teacher positions open for Fall 2014.
The six opening positions are:
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High school teachers in English/EFL (2)
Middle school teachers in English/EFL (2)
Sciences, (1)
Math/AP calculus, (1)
Physics (1)
Economics (1)
Guangzhou Xiangjiang High School (hereinafter referred to as XJHS) is a private boarding
school established in 2008. It is located on Jade-Green Island, 30 km away from downtown
Guangzhou. It is a residential area with natural scenic attractions. XJHS currently has more
than 100 teachers and staff members serving approximately 1,200 middle and high school
students. Its campus covers an area of more than 100 acres, with a variety of facilities and
advanced equipment.
XJHS provides students with Advanced Placement (AP) courses and American College Credit
courses through the Coastline Community College in California. In 2013, XJHS launched a
cooperative program with East Lyme High School in Connecticut, XJ-EL American High School
Program. With the most qualified international college preparatory program, XJHS ensures
that each student will be enrolled in a well-known overseas higher education institution
upon graduation.
Salary and Benefits include:
a. Salary: 14,000-22,000RMB (equivalent to $2,333USD - $3,548 USD) per month, or
annual salary $23,330 - $35,480 USD, based on qualifications, teaching areas and the
grades of teaching.
b. Two round-trip international tickets per school year (up to 20, 000RMB or USD $3,225).
c. Free housing: furnished, private housing during the teaching assignment will be
provided with free internet and cable TV.
d. Free shuttle pass to downtown Guangzhou.
e. End of academic year bonus (up to 20,000RMB, equivalent to $3,225 USD).
f. Extra end of academic year bonus offered to AP instructors (up to 10,000RMB,
equivalent to $1, 6125 USD per AP course).
g. Holiday bonus (up to 9,500RMB, equivalent to $1,532USD).
h. Insurance package (2,000RMB, equivalent to $322USD).
i. Holiday gifts, summer and holiday trips, office supplies, etc.
Responsibilities:
 Classroom teaching up to 16 hours per week, 4 hours of office hours per week and other
supervisory activities. Total weekly working time is up to 40 hours
 Teach assigned subjects to high school students
 Teach English to high school or middle school students if needed
 Provide guidance to students for various club and community activities
Required Qualifications:
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BA degree received from an accredited college or university with a major or minor in
a specific required area of teaching
Minimum of 2 years teaching experience at a secondary school (Student teaching
experience may count).
Teaching license in required areas of teaching.
Ability to effectively communicate in English with Chinese high school students
Desired/Preferred Qualifications:
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MA degree in required area of teaching
Prior experience or familiarity with Chinese culture and Chinese students
Ability to teach AP courses and advanced English
Effective Date:
August 24, 2014 – June 25, 2015 (one-year contract for all newly hired teachers, contract is
renewable for next two years).
Application Process:
E-mail or mail an application package to:
1. Cherie Xu at cheriexu@foxmail.com, or
2. Michele Hirsch at SPIRAL International at 7 Kilburn Street, Suite 209, Burlington,
Vermont 05401, or via admin@spiralinternational.org.
The application should include the following materials:
 Resume and a cover letter that states your education philosophy and your
interests in teaching at Xiangjiang High School (XJHS), Guangzhou, China
 Unofficial transcripts (Official transcripts shall be provided later)
 Three letters of reference
For further information, please contact Michele Hirsch 802 540 0305, or e-mail:
admin@spiralinternational.org.
Position open until filled (or recruitment canceled). Review of applications begins April 15th,
2014.