Teach English in Hong Kong - Small Classes & Big Rewards
Are you a positive, energetic communicator looking for a fast-paced international career? Join an established private language school in Hong Kong and become part of a thriving global community.
Teach English in Hong Kong
Teach small classes at an established private language school in one of the world's great cities, with mentoring, visa sponsorship and no placement fee through ESLstarter. New teachers start every month.
Small class teaching jobs in Hong Kong
Join an established private language school that has welcomed foreign teachers for over 15 years. You'll teach small classes of young learners, helping them build confidence in spoken English, phonics, reading and writing.
The school rewards teachers who stay. Many move into senior teaching or management roles within their first two years, with a mentoring scheme to help you get there. If you're positive, energetic and enjoy a fast-paced classroom, you'll fit right in.
Already an experienced, qualified teacher? See the Hong Kong NET Scheme for government school roles.
Your Hong Kong package
Your first year adds up to HK$294,000 in salary and bonuses.
Monthly salary
Training bonus when you start
Completion bonus after 12 months
Optional, affordable accommodation, so you're not flat-hunting from abroad
Your Hong Kong work visa, fully arranged
Paid annual leave, plus professional development days
Full curriculum and lesson plans provided
Experienced staff help you sharpen your teaching
Routes into senior teacher and management roles
Who can apply?
- A bachelor's degree in any subject
- A passport from the UK, Ireland, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand or South Africa (a visa requirement)
- A TEFL certificate (you can complete it after you apply)
- A genuine love of working with young people
- A positive, can-do attitude and an openness to a new culture
No TEFL yet? You can still apply now and finish your TEFL before you fly. Our partner TEFL UK's 120-hour course is online, from just £63, and many people finish in 3–4 weeks. Having it ready also qualifies you for a fast-track visa.
Get TEFL certified from £63Small classes, full immersion
Students speak only English in class, and classes are kept small so even shy learners feel confident to speak up. You'll get to know your students well and see their progress week by week.
Families choose the school to build their children's spoken English, phonics, reading and writing, and because the lessons are fun.
How it works
Apply with ESLstarter
Send the form below. We'll check your eligibility and documents.
Interview
A video interview with the school, with tips from us beforehand.
Offer and documents
Choose your start month. We send a checklist covering document legalisation, packing and more.
Work visa
The school sponsors your visa. With your degree and TEFL ready, you can use the fast-track route.
Fly to Hong Kong
Our local team greets you, then an orientation period to settle in, meet your mentors and explore before your first lesson.
Most teachers arrive one to two months after their interview. Mid-week flights are often cheaper.
Christmas parties in Soho, nights at the Happy Valley races, beach barbecues and mountain hikes. Life outside the classroom is never dull.
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Teaching in Hong Kong: your questions answered
How much do English teachers earn in Hong Kong with this school?
The salary is HK$23,000 a month, plus a HK$6,000 training bonus when you start and a HK$12,000 completion bonus after 12 months. The school also offers optional, affordable staff accommodation, visa sponsorship and 12 days of paid annual leave.
Who can apply to teach English in Hong Kong?
Because of visa rules, you need a passport from the UK, Ireland, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand or South Africa. You also need a bachelor's degree in any subject and a TEFL certificate, which you can complete after you apply.
When can I start?
The school takes new teachers every month of the year. It usually takes one to two months from your interview to arriving in Hong Kong, and candidates with their degree and TEFL ready can use a fast-track visa application.
What is the teaching method?
Full immersion. Students speak only English in class, and classes are kept small so everyone feels confident to speak up. You'll get to know your students well, and the full curriculum and lesson plans are provided.
Is Hong Kong expensive to live in?
Rent is the biggest cost in Hong Kong, which is why the school's affordable staff accommodation makes such a difference. Public transport is cheap and efficient, and local food is good value, so many teachers are able to save.
How long is the contract?
Contracts are for a minimum of 12 months, with a completion bonus at the end. Many teachers stay on and move into senior teaching or management roles.
Does ESLstarter charge a fee?
No. Our recruitment service for this Hong Kong teaching job is completely free for teachers.
Ready to teach in Hong Kong?
New teachers start every month. Applying takes five minutes, and our service is free.
