Location: Wuxi, China
Start Date: Immediate / ASAP
Age Group: Senior School
Curriculum: Cambridge International AS & A-Level
Subject: Economics
Bring Economics to life for academically ambitious students, helping them understand how markets, economies and policy decisions shape the world around them.
Wuxi Dipont School of Arts and Science, established through a partnership with King's College School, Wimbledon and Nanjing Foreign Language School, is looking for an outstanding Teacher of A-Level Economics to join our school as soon as possible.
The successful candidate will teach Economics within our Senior School, with the teaching load primarily focused on Cambridge International AS Level Economics, alongside A-Level teaching as required.
This is an opportunity to work with motivated students preparing for leading universities worldwide, developing their economic understanding, analytical thinking and ability to apply theory to complex real-world issues.
Essential Requirements
To be considered for this Economics teaching position, candidates should have:
Degree in Economics or a closely related field
Recognized teaching qualification, license or certification, such as UK QTS/PGCE or an equivalent US, Canadian or Australian teaching credential
At least 3 years of relevant teaching experience
Experience teaching Economics at Senior School / Sixth Form level
Experience teaching AS and/or A-Level Economics or a comparable examination curriculum
Strong subject knowledge and understanding of examination-level Economics
Experience teaching within an international, British or comparable Senior School environment
Able to meet Chinese work-permit requirements
Able to join the school as soon as possible
What You’ll Be Doing
Plan and deliver engaging, academically rigorous AS and A-Level Economics lessons, with a primary focus on AS Level
Develop students' understanding of microeconomics, macroeconomics and international economic issues
Build students' skills in analysis, evaluation, data interpretation and evidence-based argument
Connect economic theory to current events, policy decisions and real-world case studies
Prepare students effectively for Cambridge International AS & A-Level Economics examinations
Use assessment and feedback to monitor progress and support strong academic outcomes
Contribute to the wider academic, pastoral and co-curricular life of the school
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
Time for Quality: A reasonable teaching workload gives you time for thoughtful planning, student support and collaboration
Wonderful Students: Teach enthusiastic, well-behaved students who are eager to learn and supportive of one another
Thriving Community: Join a vibrant school community with regular events, whole-school house activities and more than 300 co-curricular activities
Outstanding Facilities: Enjoy a 50-metre swimming pool, fitness centre, sports facilities, aquatics centre, landscaped gardens, on-site coffee shop, noodle bar and daily buffets
Staff and Family Life: Take part in a wide range of sporting, musical, cultural and social activities for faculty and families
Professional Growth: Access an excellent CPD programme with workshops and opportunities to contribute across the wider school
Ideal Location: Enjoy short commutes, excellent transport connections and easy access to Shanghai and other major Chinese cities
About Wuxi Dipont School of Arts and Science
Wuxi Dipont School of Arts and Science opened in 2018 through a partnership between Nanjing Foreign Language School and King's College School, Wimbledon, with the support of the Wuxi local government. Since opening with 750 students, the school has grown to a community of just under 2,000 students.
Located in Wuxi's Binhu District, the campus combines modern learning spaces with extensive facilities, including a multi-purpose auditorium, sports complex, 50-metre swimming pool, fitness centre, boathouse and landscaped grounds.
Wuxi offers an attractive quality of life, with short commutes, lake scenery and excellent transport connections. The international airport is around 20 minutes from school, while high-speed rail connects Wuxi to Shanghai in approximately 44 minutes.
Salary and Benefits
Highly competitive international school salary
Attractive housing allowance
Annual return airfare for employee and dependents
Comprehensive medical insurance for employee and dependents
Full tuition support for school-age children
Excellent professional development programme
Extensive staff facilities and community activities
How to Apply
This is an immediate / ASAP appointment, and applications will be reviewed as they are received.
We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly, as interviews may be conducted and an appointment made as soon as a suitable candidate is identified.
For further information about the role or the school, please contact our Recruitment Manager Emily at emily.wang@dipont.com.
We are committed to a thorough and complete check of the credentials of all those employed to work with children in our organization.