Teach English in China with an Award-Winning Organisation

Launch your international career with a free TEFL certification, full legal Z work visa, and a community of over 500 active teachers. Start your journey with a government-authorized top 3 SAFEA employer.

Hiring Now. Secure Teaching Jobs in China with ECHO

Join one of the top 3 employers authorized by the SAFEA (State Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs). As a government-vetted organization, we provide the most secure and reliable path for English teachers in China.

What this means for you:

Direct Employment: You work for a highly experienced company dedicated to hiring, training, and supporting international staff.
Vast Support Network: Join a thriving community of over 500 teachers, projected to grow to 800 by 2028.
100% Legal Compliance: We handle your full legal work permit (Z Visa) in strict accordance with all Chinese government regulations.

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About the Schools & Locations

Teach in Hangzhou, Suzhou, and other vibrant Chinese metropolitan hubs.
Over 400 positions available for the upcoming semester.
15–20 teaching hours per week. Typical office hours are 8 AM – 5 PM with 40-minute class sessions.
Positions available in Kindergarten, Primary, Middle, High School, and University. We match your preferences to our vacancies.
Enjoy weekends off and fully paid Chinese national holidays.
Receive a free, high-quality TEFL course covering classroom management, lesson planning, and grammar.
Access to English-fluent Chinese mentor teachers to help you integrate.
Most positions come with free, independent high end accommodation.
Fully licensed program by the Chinese Ministry of Education.

Job Package

A reputable and screened host school in China
RMB 15,000 - RMB 20,000 p / month salary range
Free TEFL certificate worth over £249
Housing allowance RMB 3,000 / month
24/7 living and teaching support in China
Opportunities for learning Chinese
Flight allowance RMB 6,000 paid on contract completion
Free medical check
Health insurance available for duration of contract
Legal working visa provided
Airport meet and greet
Start up assistance (bank account, cell phone etc.)
Ongoing training and professional development
Free hotel accommodation on arrival
Lots of networking opportunities

Applications are now open for February & September arrivals.

Job requirements to teach in China

Bachelor's degree in any subject
Clean criminal record
Team player and strong communicator
Enjoys working with young people

I highly recommend Echo to anyone willing to see tremendous growth in a quick amount of the time. Echo provides you with an excellent job, they assign you a personal manager, and they help you grow by providing you with learning content and assessing your class twice a year.

Jason, USA