Career Opportunities at WZIS

Our teachers enjoy a competitive base salary, which is adjusted based on experience, qualifications, and degrees. Given Weihai’s lower cost of living, this salary provides a high quality of life and ample opportunities for savings or discretionary spending. Additionally, we offer incentives for teachers to continue their career with us, promoting long-term growth and retention.

One of the key advantages of working at WZIS is the significantly lower cost of living in Weihai compared to larger cities like Shanghai or Beijing. Here’s how Weihai compares in several key areas:

• Housing: Rent in Weihai is 70-80% lower than in Shanghai or Beijing, with city center rents ranging from 3,000 to 4,500 RMB/month compared to 10,000 to 16,000 RMB/month in larger cities.
  (References: Numbeo, Expatistan)

• Utilities: Utilities in Weihai are 40-50% cheaper, costing 300-500 RMB/month compared to 500-1,000 RMB/month in Shanghai or Beijing.
  (Reference: Numbeo)

• Groceries and Dining: Dining out and groceries in Weihai are 20-40% cheaper, with meals at mid-range restaurants costing 30-60 RMB, compared to 80-150 RMB in Shanghai or Beijing.
  (References: Numbeo, Expatistan)

• Transportation: Public transportation and commuting in Weihai is 50-60% cheaper, with monthly commuting costs of 100-200 RMB compared to 300-500 RMB in larger cities.
  (Reference: Numbeo)

These savings allow you to enjoy a higher standard of living while saving more of your income.

We provide tuition-free education for the children of teachers, ensuring that your family has access to high-quality education at our international school, creating a seamless experience for both teachers and their families.

We provide a generous housing allowance to ensure you have comfortable accommodations, whether you're relocating alone or with your family. This allowance is designed to cover housing costs in Weihai, where the cost of living is significantly lower than in larger cities.

At WZIS, we recognize the importance of supporting the entire family. We offer employment opportunities for non-teaching spouses in roles such as administration or teaching assistance, as well as part-time or volunteer opportunities depending on their availability and interests.

We provide free daily transportation to and from the school for teachers. Additionally, teachers enjoy free, freshly made meals every day, prepared by a local catering company in Weihai. These meals are designed to be healthy, balanced, and convenient, reducing stress and ensuring well-being throughout the day.

We encourage ongoing professional development and offer opportunities for growth through mentorship, leadership training, and participation in school committees or events. Teachers who take on additional responsibilities or contribute to the broader school community are recognized and rewarded.

To help you transition smoothly to Weihai, we offer a relocation assistance package that includes:

• A relocation allowance

• Airport pickup

• Initial groceries upon arrival

• Assistance with setting up local services, including SIM cards

We provide regular return flights to your home country for you. This benefit increases in frequency with your tenure, starting with a flight every two years and transitioning to annual flights after several years of service.

We believe in the power of community and encourage teachers to take part in school events, extracurricular activities, and community initiatives. In recognition of long-term commitment, we also offer a loyalty bonus that increases with each milestone year of service.