Cambridge quality
Unlock Third Edition (2025) integrates video, language development, and critical thinking in every unit — the same material used in international pathways worldwide.
Teacher Recruitment — Cambridge Unlock Program
Teach academic English to motivated Chinese students
We run a structured Unlock-based English program for learners in China. Join us with a clear curriculum, full teacher resources, and a professional team behind you.
- 90 min per lesson
- LS + RW dual-track books
- 5 levels CEFR A1–B2
What we do
Unlock training for China
Our students follow Unlock Listening & Speaking and Unlock Reading & Writing — Cambridge's academic English series built around authentic video, critical thinking, and real-world tasks.
- Small-group or classroom delivery online / on-site
- Students aged roughly 14–18 and young adults
- Goal: IELTS ~5.0–6.0 and university readiness
Our Mission
Why we use Unlock
Chinese students need more than conversation practice. They need structured academic skills — predicting from visuals, note-taking, debating, summarizing, and writing with purpose. Unlock gives us a proven framework; we give teachers the tools to deliver it well.
China-focused delivery
We adapt pacing and support for Chinese learners: clearer scaffolds, bilingual glossaries where helpful, and lesson plans tuned to 90-minute blocks common in training centers.
Teacher-first operations
You are not expected to build a syllabus from scratch. Every unit ships with teaching guides, media lists, and step-by-step lesson flows so you can focus on students, not admin.
The Program
What is Cambridge Unlock?
Unlock is Cambridge University Press's academic English course — not a general conversation textbook, but a structured pathway that builds the skills Chinese students need for IELTS, international high school, and university study abroad.
Each Unlock level is delivered through two companion books on the same themes: Unlock Listening & Speaking (LS) and Unlock Reading & Writing (RW). Students work through authentic BBC/Cambridge video, academic vocabulary, critical thinking tasks, and graded speaking and writing outputs — all aligned to the CEFR.
We currently run Levels 1 through 5 across our student groups. Teachers may be assigned to one level or several, depending on experience and availability. The structure is identical at every level: 8 units, 10 lessons per unit, same classroom model.
Video-led input
Every unit opens with documentary-style video. Students predict, watch twice, and discuss — building real note-taking and listening skills.
Critical thinking
Debates, evaluations, and problem-solving tasks run through every unit — not bolted on at the end.
Dual-track skills
LS develops fluency, pronunciation, and discussion; RW builds essay types, reading strategies, and academic writing.
Clear outputs
Each unit ends with a defined speaking task (presentation, debate, seminar) and a writing task (essay, summary, report).
Five levels — one consistent framework
Unlock spans beginner to upper-intermediate academic English. You will teach within the level your students are placed in; all levels share the same 8-unit / 10-lesson structure.
Foundation academic English. Simple presentations, short paragraphs, basic note-taking.
Building confidence. Longer discussions, structured paragraphs, early essay forms.
Intermediate academic track. Debates, multi-paragraph essays, IELTS ~5.0–6.0 target.
Stronger argumentation, longer readings, more complex writing genres.
Upper-intermediate. Seminar-style speaking, integrated writing, university prep.
Unlock Third Edition (2025) is the edition we use. Teacher Books, video, and digital resources are provided for whichever level you are assigned.
Sample unit map
Level 3 — one level among five
Our program covers Unlock Levels 1–5. The table below shows Level 3 only as a representative example — every level follows the same format: 8 themed units, 10 × 90-minute lessons per unit (5 Listening & Speaking, then 5 Reading & Writing on the same theme).
Teaching other levels?
You may be assigned Level 1, 2, 4, or 5 depending on student groups. Themes and task types change,
but the lesson flow, teacher resources, and 90-minute model stay the same.
Level 3 unit overview (example)
| Unit | Theme | Speaking output | Writing output |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Animals | Presentation on endangered species | Comparison essay |
| 2 | The Environment | Debate: wind farm proposal | Cause-and-effect essay |
| 3 | Transport | Urban transport solutions | Problem-solution essay |
| 4 | Customs & Traditions | Holiday commercialization debate | Summary & response |
| 5 | Health & Fitness | Best health program discussion | Argument essay |
| 6 | Discovery & Invention | Invention presentation | Process essay |
| 7 | Fashion | Fast fashion impact discussion | Evaluation essay |
| 8 | Economics | Investing & economic trends seminar | Integrated writing task |
How classes work
A clear 90-minute classroom model
Warm-up
10 min
Activate prior knowledge. Use unit visuals, quick pair work, or vocabulary review.
Input
25 min
Video or audio. First pass for gist, second pass for detail. Students take notes.
Practice
30 min
Guided exercises, grammar & vocabulary, pair checking, whole-class feedback.
Production
20 min
Critical thinking tasks, speaking rehearsals, or writing preparation.
Wrap-up
5 min
Homework, objective review, preview next lesson.
What you receive
Full teacher support package
We have already built structured packages for each unit so new teachers can start confidently.
- 90-minute lesson plans (10 lessons × 8 units)
- LS & RW Teacher Books, scripts, and answer keys
- Student book PDFs and model answer booklets
- Organized audio & video files per unit
- Common student errors guides for feedback
- Optional On Campus extension materials
- Onboarding walkthrough before your first class
Teacher-Unit1/
- 01-Teaching-Guide/
- 02-LS-Teacher/
- 03-LS-Student/
- 04-RW-Teacher/
- 05-RW-Student/
- 06-Media-Unit1/
- 07-Optional-OnCampus-Unit1/
Same structure for Units 1–8 — swap media and page numbers, keep the flow.
Who we are looking for
You don't need to be an expert — we'll train you
If you speak English fluently, care about teaching, and want to grow with a structured program, we'd love to hear from you. No Cambridge or Unlock background required.
Free for all new teachers
Unlock Teacher Training Program
Every new teacher joins our free training program before their first class. We walk you through the Unlock method, lesson flow, classroom routines, and how to give feedback to Chinese learners — so you start confident, not from scratch.
- Step-by-step onboarding with our academic team
- Practice with real unit materials and lesson plans
- Ongoing coaching after you begin teaching
What we ask for
- Clear, standard English pronunciation
- Fluent spoken English
- A genuine passion for teaching English
Nice to have
- Any previous teaching experience
- Experience with teens or young adults
- Comfort teaching online
We offer
- Free Unlock teacher training
- Ready-made lesson plans — no planning from zero
- Competitive hourly rate (discussed at interview)
- Academic manager support
- Flexible part-time or full-time schedules
Join us
Ready to teach Unlock?
We'd love to hear from you. Send your CV and a short introduction — tell us about your teaching background, availability, and why you're interested in academic English for Chinese students.
- Your CV or resume
- Teaching experience (if any)
- Your location & availability
- A brief note about why you want to join
Reach out directly — we reply within 1–2 business days.