Teacher of Primary Art
About This Role
Wuxi Dipont School of Arts and Science, in partnership with King’s College School, Wimbledon and Nanjing Foreign Language School, is seeking a Teacher of Primary Art to join our educational community that integrates the finest elements of international and Chinese educational methodologies, starting in August 2026.
Background
Wuxi Dipont School of Arts and Science has been established with substantial support from the Wuxi local government and represents the collaboration between two esteemed institutions: Nanjing Foreign Language School in China and King’s College School in Wimbledon, UK. Together, they aspire to create a “school of the future” focused on holistic education. The school began its journey in September 2018 with 750 students and has grown to nearly 2,000, reflecting a strong commitment to excellence and robust backing from parents, partners, and the local community.
Why you will appreciate being part of our team
- Time for Quality: Our manageable teaching load allows you to dedicate sufficient time to lesson planning, student interaction, and teamwork.
- Wonderful Students: Our student body is primarily composed of well-mannered, eager learners who contribute to a nurturing and supportive atmosphere.
- Thriving Community: Engage in regular events, participate in school-wide house activities, and select from over 300 co-curricular options.
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: Enjoy daily buffet meals, an on-site coffee shop and noodle bar, a 50m swimming pool, fitness center, sports fields, an aquatics center, and beautifully landscaped grounds.
- Vibrant Staff and Family Activities: Our faculty members actively participate in a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, cultural events, and social gatherings.
- Ideal Location: Wuxi is a globally welcoming city with breathtaking scenery, a rich culinary landscape, entertainment, and recreational activities. Commuting is convenient (5-15 minutes), with an international airport just 20 minutes away and fast, comfortable train services to many regions of China (e.g., 44 minutes to Shanghai).
- Competitive Salary and Benefits: We provide a compelling salary package, housing allowance, full tuition support for school-age children, annual return airfare, and medical insurance for employees and their dependents.
About you
- A Bachelor’s degree in Art or a related discipline; a Master’s degree is preferred.
- A genuine enthusiasm for adolescent development and a strong belief in the potential of students to learn and grow.
- Ability to comprehend and implement local Chinese educational standards along with modern technologies.
- A dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Strong collaborative skills, with the ability to build rapport and communicate effectively in a Dual Language Immersion setting.
We encourage prompt applications. Apply via the WhatSchool platform.
For further information, feel free to contact emily.wang@dipont.com.
School website: https://www.nkcswx.cn/en/
*We are committed to conducting thorough and comprehensive background checks for all individuals employed to work with children in our organization.