Reference # BCGO09S
Position: IELTS Examiner
Location: Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, Chongqing
Interviewing: Now
Our website: www.GoldStarTeachers.com

Program Highlights
-Highly competitive package: 20,000 – 30,000 RMB per month
-Based in one of China’s major cities (Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, Chongqing) with extensive travel to other cities for examinations
-Work for a highly respected organisation with worldwide opportunities

The Job
We are now recruiting IELTS examiners in China to be based in our four regional offices. This presents an exciting opportunity for TESOL professionals to work in the world’s biggest and most dynamic English language assessment environment. We are looking for both new and experienced examiners.

Our innovative working model allows examiners to increase their earning potential or opt for more flexibility in terms of monthly workload. For those relocating from abroad, we are offering 1-year contracts and a highly competitive monthly income. Examiners will be based in one of four major Chinese cities – Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou or Chongqing. Travel throughout China is an essential aspect of the work. Our IELTS examiners currently conduct testing in 41 cities throughout China, so this offers a fantastic opportunity to see various parts of China.

Time will be spent both marking writing assessments as well as conducting speaking examinations. Examiners will be part of the wider network and, as demand for quality language assessment grows in the region, this is an excellent opportunity for those interested in building a career in the area of language assessment.

In addition to the earning potential, the examiner package includes annual leave, medical benefits and a full working visa. Examiners who are new to China also receive an enhanced induction and assistance programme.

About Our Organisation
We are the UK's international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. We create friendly knowledge and understanding between the people of the UK and other countries. We do this by making a positive contribution to the UK and the countries we work with – changing lives by creating opportunities, building connections and engendering trust.

We work with over 100 countries across the world in the fields of arts and culture, English language, education and civil society. Each year we reach over 20 million people face-to-face and more than 500 million people online, via broadcasts and publications. Founded in 1934, we are a UK charity governed by Royal Charter and a UK public body.

Main Responsibilities
-Marking IELTS writing script and speaking test
-Conducting other IELTS and British Council exams as required
-Second marking for the writing and speaking modules
-Adhering to the IELTS Professional Support Network and our policies
-Other duties relevant to our English Language and assessment services
-Attendance at Examiner and other relevant meetings as required
-Maintaining the reputation and integrity of IELTS and our organisation at all times
-Professional Academic support for the China Exams Teams where necessary
-Ensuring all duties are delivered in line with our policy on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and that EDI is taken into account when planning and delivering activities

Compensation
The IELTS examiner package in China is based on a ‘core + top-up’ model. There are two components to the package: a core number of days’ work in exchange for a basic salary, and a ‘top-up’ component that allows for flexibility in terms of schedule and the opportunity to increase earnings further.

The top-up component is paid on a piece-rate basis, allowing examiners to have more control over their time and income. Across the vast majority of months in the year, top-up earnings represent the bulk of examiner income.

Core salary is 8,000 RMB for 6 days of examining work per month. These are scheduled in advance and are based on operational requirements. Examiners are then able to make themselves available for top-up work on other days during that month.

Examiners can expect to take home an average of 20,000 RMB per month if they avail themselves of all work opportunities. There is seasonal fluctuation, however, and examiners are usually very busy during months where demand is high while having more free time at other times.

Highly competitive package worth from 20,000 – 30,000 RMB (3,000 – 4,500 USD) per month
-Core salary of 8,000 RMB per month for 6 core days work per month
-Plus the bulk of income is made up of top-up income based on how many extra days an examiner makes himself / herself available for work
-Speaking interviews: 122 RMB per interview (on average an examiner conducts a maximum of 20 interviews per day)
-Writing marking: 31 RMB per task (on average 60 - 80 tasks per day)
-Second marking speaking 88 RMB per task (variable)
-Second marking writing 31 RMB per task (variable)
-Accommodation provided for first 2 to 4 weeks of work and assistance finding an apartment
-Flight allowance if arriving from other countries
-Referral bonus: 2,500 RMB per referral
-Work visa provided
-Coaching & continuous development (workshops/training etc.)
-Career development opportunities based on performance
-Legal documents for duration of employment (FEC / resident permit / registration cards / medical) reimbursed on arrival for initial costs
-Annual holidays (plus opportunities for a lot of time off based on the number of days per month you decide to work)
-Welcome packs (basic arrival necessities etc.)
-Assistance setting up bank account
-Training on arrival before start of work
-Health insurance provided
-Premium subscription to Mandarin Chinese learning software

Requirements
-Native English speaker from UK, US, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, Ireland or non-native speakers with an IELTS score of band 9
-Bachelor’s degree
-At least 3 years’ full time TEFL teaching experience (almost all must be teaching adults 16 years old and older) 1 of the year TEFL teaching experience must be post-CELTA
AND
-Cambridge CELTA, Trinity Cert TESOL, Dip TESOL, degree in Education with TESOL focus such as MA/Msc Applied Linguistics or MA TESOL
-Reference Letters reflecting teaching experience required
-Complete tasks accurately and in sufficient detail
-Observes the need for confidentiality and security
-Responds positively to guidance and advice
-Acts professionally at all times
-Communicates effectively with colleagues and candidates and treats others with respect
-Is sensitive to cultural differences

How to Apply
Please send the following to Jessica at jobs@GoldStarTeachers.com
-Covering letter
-Resume
-Recent photo
-Degree & TEFL certificates (scan)
-Passport photo page (scan)
-Availability to start work
-Include in the subject heading the reference no. BCGO09S

We are looking forward to hearing from you.

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