Literature Teacher Needed in Shanghai
🏫 Storyland
📍Shanghai, China
💰 Competitive Salary
English / ESL / TEFLJob Description:
Literature Teacher - Shanghai, China
No. 1, Jianguo West Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai, China
Posted by: Storyland
Contact: sasha@storyland.com.cn
About Us:
We are not a training center. We are a library-centered school helping kids (6-15) fall in love with reading, writing, and critical thinking. Using stories as our core, we build thinkers, not just test-takers.
The Role:
Curriculum: 11-level proprietary system. Max 8 students/class.
Rhythm: Two 14-week semesters (Wed–Sun). Classes blend 2hrs of discussion/writing with 1hr of guided library reading. Winter/Summer bring intensive workshops (Mon–Fri).
Autonomy: Design your own short courses for holiday terms.
Responsibilities:
Lead small groups using picture/chapter books; teach literary analysis through meaning (never dry drills); coach reading habits; collaborate with a global team; and enjoy WFH hours for planning after your first semester.
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree + 2+ years post-grad work experience (non-teaching experience required for visa).
Native/Advanced English; Teaching exp. preferred.
Must be willing to relocate to Shanghai.
Compensation:
💰 ¥22,500/month + performance bonus.
🏠 Relocation support: Visa sponsorship, arrival assistance, accommodation help, and one-way flight (for overseas hires).
🏥 Private medical insurance + 7+ days paid leave.
⏳ 2-month mutual trial period.
To Apply:
Send your CV (highlighting both teaching & non-teaching roles) and a brief cover letter to [giuseppe@storyland.com.cn].
In your letter, address:
Why stories matter to you.
How you think Storyland differs from traditional schools.
Process: Video intro → Handwritten essay → Interview → Demo.
To apply, email sasha@storyland.com.cn
👉 Apply Here: sasha@storyland.com.cn
Please mention that you found the job on Teast for the school's reference.
📌 You need to be from one of the following counties to teach English in China: United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa. However, schools in China can still hire teachers from other countries as subject teachers or teaching assistants and managers.
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