International German School Hefei (IGS Hefei) – Opening August 2025
Location: Hefei, China | Contract: Full-time | Start date: August 2025

Job overview
The International German School Hefei is looking for a committed EAL Teacher with the ability to also teach English, Mathematics, and Science according to the Cambridge curriculum in our primary section.
At IGS Hefei, a school founded in 2024, you’ll join a multicultural team in a school that combines a German-Bilingual stream with an English-Cambridge stream. Our learners come from primarily German, Chinese, and Korean language backgrounds. Therefore, English language learning is essential to their academic and personal development.
This position is an opportunity to co-create an EAL programme, develop a robust and inclusive EAL framework, and lead the way in building a language-sensitive school environment. You’ll play a key role in shaping the programme and contributing to a culture of professional development and academic innovation.

Key responsibilities
Deliver EAL instruction tailored to students’ proficiency levels (Entering to Bridging)
Teach EAL to small groups and/or through in-class support in primary years
Assess English proficiency and track student progress using EAL frameworks
Teach core subjects (English, Mathematics, or Science) aligned with Cambridge curriculum within an IB framework
Work closely with homeroom teachers to differentiate instruction for EAL learners
Contribute to the school’s evolving language policy and teacher training initiatives

Candidate profile
Qualification in English as an Additional Language (EAL/ESL/ELL) or equivalent
Additional experience in teaching English, Maths, or Science in primary years
Familiarity with WIDA or other EAL proficiency frameworks is a strong asset
Experience in curriculum development or school start-up projects is a plus