Our team of talented people share our passion for education and our commitment to being the best. We believe in investing in our employees’ careers, supporting them to explore their interests and expand their horizons across different areas and roles, and provide a broad platform for their career development in the future.
ISA operates International schools and Wenhua schools in China, with future plans to extend to other countries around the world. We welcome exceptional educators who possess recognized teaching qualifications to join our team. Our teachers come from a wide range of countries and cultural backgrounds.
We offer high-quality professional development for our staff, aligned with a range of career pathways within and across ISA schools and the wider organisation.
To start a career with ISA, interested parties must apply through our recruitment website . Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend face-to-face and/or an online interview with our Head of School and Senior Leadership Team. Potential candidates are required to provide, the contact details, of at least two referees including their current and former employers to meet safeguarding requirements.
ISA holds itself to high standards of recruitment, with specific attention to child protection, in keeping with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. Candidates must be prepared to undergo child protection screening and appropriate background checks.
Our administrative staff play an indispensable role in the success of ISA. Staff roles cover a range of professions including Operation, Project Development, Human Resources, Marketing and Communications, Admission, Finance, Information Technology and Facilities and Asset Management etc. From support staff up to senior executives, our teams are staffed with bilingual professionals and specialists who work in collaboration with school management and between the ISA Head Office and ISA Schools.
ISA is a vibrant place for staff to develop and pursue their careers. Staff will acquire different skillsets through our on-job training and professional development programmes. Career progression is supported within and across ISAIEG, ISA schools and programmes.
We welcome interested parties to view available positions by visiting our “current vacancies”
Discovering the professional journeys and life experiences of ISA staff
ISA Tianhe International School of Guangzhou
ISA Science City International School of Guangzhou
ISA Liwan School
ISA Wuhan School
Guangzhou Foreign Language School ISA Wenhua IB Diploma Programme
My experience at ISA Tianhe over the past two years has been nothing short of exceptional, which is why I am thrilled to have signed another three-year contract. From the moment I joined, I was embraced by a fantastic and organized HR team that streamlined my transition and made settling into my new apartment a breeze—transforming what could have been a stressful process into a seamless experience.
The leadership at ISA Tianhe has been incredibly supportive, consistently encouraging me to step out of my comfort zone and empowering me to accomplish goals I once thought were unattainable. The Senior Leadership Team fosters an open-door policy, always ready to lend an ear to my ideas and aspirations, and offering their support in both professional and personal matters with genuine empathy.
Working in a smaller school setting has allowed me to forge meaningful relationships with my colleagues, creating a collaborative and supportive atmosphere that feels almost familial. It’s heartwarming to see former students regularly, reinforcing our strong sense of community.
ISA Tianhe truly provides a warm and welcoming environment, where every idea is valued and you feel a genuine sense of purpose. This opportunity has been transformative for me, enabling me to realize my career aspirations in ways I never imagined possible. I am grateful to be part of such a remarkable institution.
I feel fortunate to have been a part of the lovely community at ISA Tianhe for the last two years and my perspective of this “home away from home” is as both a home room teacher and as a parent to a student at the school. The combined effort that takes place behind the scenes as well as the daily sense of ‘togetherness” go together to create something really special. An impeccable EY4 and Grade 5 Graduation as well as other events like students vs teachers football have illustrated to me how cohesive and friendly our community is.
The team of teachers at the school come from all over the world and in many cases have some years of experience living in China. Socially, there are different events organised outside of school which also helped us settle into Guangzhou.
A range of helpful departments such as HR, Parent Help Centre and the excellent Catering team, go a long way to making life at our school run smoothly, and the support given, helps in the wider context of living in China. Proactive and encouraging management has helped me keep up to date with a large range of professional learning opportunities and to develop immeasurably as a teacher. It is easy to understand why this International School has such a loyal following of local families and for me has been an exciting step both in teaching and with my family.
Working at ISA Science City has been filled with both the opportunities I expected, but also many I didn’t. The chance to develop my understanding of IB program has been fully supported. Unexpectedly, I’ve had the chance to become an Apple Distinguished Educator, learning how to combine inquiry-based instruction with technology, as well as help build a swim program at the nicest pool facility I’ve ever worked in. The support of colleagues across the school has also enriched my experience at ISASC. Furthermore, living in Guangzhou has been surprising, a ‘megatropolis’ filled with multiple ways to explore nature, as well as enjoy whatever hobby you might have.
As a new teacher at ISA Science City, Guangzhou, I want to share my positive experiences to help you consider this opportunity. The Human Resources team worked tirelessly to assist with my transition, ensuring all my basic needs were met, from securing my visa to finding accommodation. The spacious, comfortable apartments are filled with natural light, and you can choose to live in the city or closer to the school. A convenient staff bus makes daily transport easy, allowing you to focus on teaching.
The leadership team is exceptional—they genuinely care about both staff and students and are committed to developing systems that meet world standards for IB International schools. Be prepared for a demanding workload, as the school is in its formative years and is building and growing. Teachers are encouraged to contribute to extracurricular activities, enriching the school community.
Overall, ISA Science City offers a supportive environment where you can grow personally and professionally while making a lasting impact on your students’ lives.
ISA is the first and the only school I wanted to be part of when relocating to Guangzhou. The diligent and professional colleagues that I have the honour to work with each day have only surpassed my expectations for a qualified and forward thinking educational institution.
Expect to be challenged but be confident that you will feel the difference.
The pursuit of excellence in education at ISA Liwan aligns perfectly with my motto: "With sincere effort, one can move mountains." It rejects mediocrity; if one does not strive, they remain silent, but when they do, they can achieve remarkable success. In the highly competitive environment at ISA Liwan, there is also a savvy, capable, and efficient leadership team that possesses strong professional qualities and high leadership skills while caring for both teachers and students. Additionally, ISA Liwan has a unique educational model, such as personalized teaching, a mentorship system, and small class sizes, allowing for tailored instruction that creates a positive feedback loop.
Working at ISA Wuhan is a delightful experience. It offers a fantastic campus, inclusive and supportive leadership, enthusiastic and helpful colleagues, as well as vibrant and lovely students. Since its establishment, the entire school has been improving within a positive atmosphere. I believe this school will continuous improving and has an optimistic outlook for the future.
ISA Wuhan has quickly become a fantastic place of learning, and a wonderful environment for students and staff.
This has been an amazing opportunity for me and many others. We have settled in nicely to our new campus, and we look forward to bringing it to its full potential.
Working in team Nansha is a pleasant experience because we always support each other in teaching and learning. Sharing the same vision and mission, we aim to provide the best quality education to our students!
The school has a positive vibe that creates a healthy and engaging environment for both students and teachers. I have been pleased to be welcomed into a warm and caring environment with experienced educators who have positive attitude and energy. This is a wonderful motivator for me to come to school every day happy and give my best effort.
The school is in a picturesque and peaceful suburban area which allows for some lovely walks, yet is easily accessible to a metro station that connects us to downtown Guangzhou.
Since the school is in its growth stage, there are many opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and create something that benefits our students. Whether that is to develop as an individual, experience different aspects of teaching or create a memorable event, we will grow together and support each other.
I personally believe that this is the place where you can untap your potential and can grow further in your role as a teacher or a leader.
Guangzhou is located in the southeast of Guangdong province, in the north of the Pearl River Delta near Hong Kong and Macao. It is South China’s central transportation hub and trading port as well as the “south gate” of China. As the capital of Guangdong province, Guangzhou is a centre for politics, economy, technology, education and culture. Guangzhou is a famous cultural city with a history dating back 2200 years. Guangzhou has a population of approximately 17 million people. It is a sub-tropical city close to the Tropic of Cancer with mild weather and abundant rainfall. The four seasons are evergreen.
Both cities have comprehensive, modern metro lines, expressways, international airports, inexpensive taxis, a bus system and Didi (taxi) services. It only takes 2 hours to travel from Guangzhou to Hong Kong and Macao by train or bus. Wuhan is a major transportation hub with high-speed rail connection to Beijing in the north, Guangzhou and Shenzhen in the south, Shanghai in the east and Chongqing and Chengdu in the west. Both are very convenient locations for travelling in China and other places in Asia.
With a population of over 11 million, Wuhan is the capital and largest city of Hubei Province, the ninthmost populous Chinese city and one of the nine National Central Cities of China. The city lies in the eastern Jianghan Plain at the confluence of the Yangtze River and its largest tributary, the Han River, and is known as “Nine Provinces’ Thoroughfare”. Wuhan is the political, economic, financial, commercial, cultural and educational centre of Central China. Located in the sub-tropical monsoon humid climate zone, it is characterised by abundant rainfall, sufficient sunshine, and four distinct seasons.
Since Guangzhou is a long-standing first tier city and Wuhan is a new first tier city in China, there are many supermarkets which sell imported groceries, shopping malls, restaurants that cater for every taste, and gigantic local markets that provide goods for the world to import. Living in Guangzhou and Wuhan is a shopping paradise. There are also international department stores such as IKEA stores where teachers like to shop for household and school resources.
