Overview
Art Teacher Jobs in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China at Elevate
We are looking for an Art Teacher for an international school based in Hangzhou. This position is available from the upcoming 2026-2027 academic year in August 2026.
About The School
Located on a scenic lakeside campus in Yuhang District, Hangzhou, surrounded by tea fields and bamboo forests, the school offers a high-quality bilingual education that blends local and international curricula with Chinese and Western teaching approaches. The campus features excellent teaching and recreational spaces, well-equipped laboratories, a theatre, a swimming pool, and strong sports facilities. With a clear focus on academic results and student wellbeing, learners benefit from strong pastoral care and a wide range of extracurricular opportunities, helping them build confidence, communication skills, and broader competencies for entry to leading universities worldwide.
About The Role
As a Secondary Art Teacher, you inspire middle and high school students to develop strong technical skills and original creative thinking through A Level Art.
- Teach and deliver engaging A Level Art lessons that build confidence, technique, and artistic voice
- Guide students across a range of media while strengthening critical analysis and visual communication
- Support portfolio development and prepare students for high level assessments and exhibitions
- Encourage cultural awareness and thoughtful interpretation of art in local and global contexts
- Collaborate with colleagues to enrich cross curricular learning and contribute to school wide showcases
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Art or a related field. Master's preferred
- Positive, student focused mindset and belief in student growth
- Able to learn and apply Chinese standards and new technologies
- Strong collaboration and communication skills in a dual language immersion setting
Benefits
Salary and Benefits
- Monthly salary range of 22,000 and above commensurate with experience and qualifications
- Monthly housing allowance provided
- Annual return airfare for employee and dependents
- Full tuition support for school-age children
- Medical insurance for employee and dependents
- Reasonable teaching load with time for planning and collaboration
- Access to top-tier facilities (50m pool, gym, sports fields, on-site dining)
- Active staff community with sports, music, and social events
- Located in Wuxi, short commutes, rich in culture, and excellent transport links (e.g. 44 min to Shanghai)
Title: Art Teacher
Company: Elevate
Location: Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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