Elevate

education

HeadofEnglish

$22–30k Zhenjiang, Jiangsu, China FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Head of English at Elevate. Skills: Lead the English subject area, Teach English Language and Literature or related English courses, Support curriculum planning, lesson design, assessment development and academic standards, Coordinate with English teachers and bilingual colleagues, Monitor students’ academic progress, Provide clear and constructive feedback, Support student care, pastoral management and student behaviour guidance, Help organize English-related academic activities, Contribute to ”

What You'll Achieve.

improve learning outcomes; whole-school English development

Industry & Context.

education

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree or above in English, Literature, Education or a related subject

Nice to Have

Teaching qualification preferred, Experience with IB MYP, IGCSE, A-Level, Cambridge or international curriculum preferred, Previous experience as Head of English, English Coordinator, Subject Lead or similar academic management role preferred, Experience in student management, pastoral care, behaviour guidance or student activities is an advantage

What You'll Do.

Lead the English subject area across relevant grade levels

with a focus on secondary and high school students

including Grades 9-12

Teach English Language and Literature or related English courses using the IB MYP

Cambridge or school-based international curriculum framework

Support curriculum planning

assessment development and academic standards within the English department

Coordinate with English teachers and bilingual colleagues to ensure consistency in teaching quality

student progress and departmental expectations

Monitor students’ academic progress and provide targeted support to improve learning outcomes

Provide clear and constructive feedback to students

parents and caregivers

pastoral management and student behaviour guidance where required

Help organize English-related academic activities

enrichment activities and school events

Contribute to teacher mentoring

classroom observations

team meetings and professional development within the department

Work closely with school leadership on academic planning

curriculum improvement and whole-school English development

safe and engaging learning environment for students

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Coordinate with English teachers and bilingual colleagues; Contribute to teacher mentoring, classroom observations, team meetings and professional development within the department; Work closely with school leadership on academic planning, curriculum improvement and whole-school English development

Communication Scope

communication; leadership; collaboration skills

Full Job Description

We are looking for a Head of English for a bilingual school based in Jurong, Jiangsu province. This position is available from the 2026-27 academic year in August 2026. About the school Located in Jurong, Jiangsu, just outside Nanjing, this privately run K–12 day and boarding school offers a dual-track model combining the Chinese curriculum with international and fusion programmes, including IB and Cambridge pathways. The school serves around 1,500 students with over 200 teachers, including more than 10 expat staff. The campus is modern and well-resourced, with a strong emphasis on whole-person education, global perspectives and academic achievement. Expat teachers typically work in the international or fusion sections in English-medium classrooms alongside bilingual Chinese colleagues, teaching motivated, university-bound students and contributing to a broad co-curricular programme in arts, sports and STEAM. Job responsibilities * Lead the English subject area across relevant grade levels, with a focus on secondary and high school students, including Grades 9-12 * Teach English Language and Literature or related English courses using the IB MYP, Cambridge or school-based international curriculum framework * Support curriculum planning, lesson design, assessment development and academic standards within the English department * Coordinate with English teachers and bilingual colleagues to ensure consistency in teaching quality, student progress and departmental expectations * Monitor students’ academic progress and provide targeted support to improve learning outcomes * Provide clear and constructive feedback to students, parents and caregivers * Support student care, pastoral management and student behaviour guidance where required * Help organize English-related academic activities, reading programmes, competitions, enrichment activities and school events * Contribute to teacher mentoring, classroom observations, team meetings and professional development within th

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