Established in 2009 and part of the Qingdao Chaoyin Education Group, Qingdao Chaoyin Primary School (CY Primary School) welcomes international educators to a well-established private school committed to developing confident, reflective, and internationally minded learners. Students are known for their positive behavior, strong sense of respect, and growing confidence using English in meaningful, real-world contexts.
Collaboration, openness, and mutual respect shape the school’s culture. Chinese and international teachers work closely together in an inclusive environment where professional dialogue and planning guide daily practice. As the school explains,
We look forward to continuing to grow as an IB World School and to working alongside passionate educators who are eager to contribute to our ongoing development.
In May 2023, CY Primary was officially authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization to offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP), becoming the first IB World School in Shandong Province open to both Chinese and international primary students.
The school is located in the center of Qingdao, a lively coastal city known for its balance of modern convenience and relaxed seaside living. Just ten minutes from the beach, Qingdao offers a friendly community, clean ocean air, and a comfortable pace of life. Its café culture, diverse dining scene, and distinct four seasons make it especially appealing to educators seeking both professional opportunities and a welcoming place to live. As one of China’s “new first-tier” cities, Qingdao provides an accessible and enjoyable environment for teachers working abroad. CY Primary’s downtown location adds to this convenience, with immediate access to the MixC mall and easy proximity to commercial districts and the seaside.
The school campus features two teaching buildings equipped with dance studios, a cafeteria, computer and programming labs, and other flexible learning spaces. Classrooms include interactive digital screens that support engaging, student-centered instruction.
CY Primary enrolls about 1,500 students in Grades 1–5, and top graduates receive guaranteed admission to Qingdao Chaoyin Middle School, consistently recognized for academic excellence. The faculty of roughly 100 educators, including 15 international teachers, forms a stable, collegial, and supportive professional community. The Innovative Curriculum Department currently serves approximately 300 students across Grades 1–6, and the school is actively seeking qualified international homeroom teachers to join this growing program.
A small-class model and co-teaching approach ensure that Chinese and international homeroom teachers collaboratively support each class. International teachers independently deliver subjects such as English, Reading, Music, and Art, while Chinese teachers are responsible for the national curriculum, including Chinese, Mathematics, and English. This structure creates a balanced and immersive bilingual environment and supports inquiry-based learning aligned with the PYP. In Grade 1, each class is additionally supported by a teaching assistant in international teachers’ lessons to help students better access the content.
Beyond the core program, the school’s Innovative Curriculum Department coordinates an extensive range of enrichment activities, including baseball, golf, French, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, coding, and cultural heritage programs. Students also participate in English Days each week and drama performances, helping cultivate an inclusive and internationally minded school experience.
CY Primary welcomes applications from certified, experienced teachers from a range of backgrounds, including teaching couples with a non-teaching partner. Candidates are required to hold at least a bachelor’s degree, and those with IB homeroom teaching experience are strongly preferred. While a degree in the specific subject is not mandatory, candidates are expected to demonstrate strong subject knowledge and relevant teaching experience. Preference will be given to professionals suitable for long-term career development.
The school offers a competitive benefits package, including a monthly housing allowance, annual airfare reimbursement, comprehensive local health and life insurance, and full tuition for one dependent. Lunch is provided daily at no cost. As a newly authorized IB World School, CY Primary provides meaningful opportunities for official IB training alongside ongoing professional development throughout the year. As the school notes,
Our collaborative culture includes weekly meetings and daily grade-level collaboration, ensuring consistency, professional dialogue, and shared growth.
The HR team at CY Primary is committed to supporting international teachers and ensuring a smooth transition both professionally and personally. Their responsive approach helps educators feel welcomed and well-supported from the moment they join the school community.
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