Literature Teacher

About Storyland:
We help kids aged 6-15 develop a genuine love for reading, writing, and critical thinking. This is not a textbook or drill-heavy English teaching job.

This position legally requires proof of two consecutive years of full-time, non-teaching work experience. Please apply only if you can provide this.

What you'll do:
- Lead small-group workshops using picture books, chapter books, and novels
- Blend reading, discussion, games, and creative projects into every session
- Guide students to explore emotions, values, and big ideas through stories
- Teach grammar, vocabulary, and literary analysis through meaningful texts
- Coach healthy reading habits during library time
- Collaborate closely with a supportive team of local and international colleagues
- Design and pitch new short workshops for summer/winter terms
- Attend weekly team meetings

Schedule and details:
- Wed - Sun during semesters; shifts to Mon - Fri for winter/summer intensives.
- Flexible work-from-home hours for lesson planning after your first semester.
- Proprietary curriculum across 11 progressive levels
- In-house library
- Max 8 students per class
- Beautiful facilities in the heart of the Former French Concession

Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree
- 2+ years of postgraduate work experience (transferable skills welcome)
- Native-level English
- Genuine interest in children and literature
- Teaching experience
- Cultural sensitivity - ability to adapt to and work respectfully within Chinese culture and in a multinational and multicultural team
- Eligibility and willingness to relocate to Shanghai for at least 2 years

Preferred:
- Experience with ages 6-15
- TESOL, TEFL, CELTA, or teaching license
- Background in literature, theatre, humanities, youth work, or education

Compensation & Benefits:
- Base salary: 22,500 RMB/month
- Performance bonus (based on class feedback)
- Private medical insurance (China)
- Paid leave: 7 days + fixed holidays + public holidays
- Flexible schedule
- Laptop and materials provided
- Two-month mutual trial period
- Two year contract

Relocation Support:
- Guaranteed work visa sponsorship
- Help setting up bank account and SIM card
- Assistance finding accommodation (shared flat option available)
- Relocation guidance + daily support from the team
- For candidates outside China: one-way flight to Shanghai provided

How to apply:​ Send a message through this platform expressing your interest. Our team will reach out with the next steps and application requirements. Please prepare a short video introduction in advance (under 2 minutes - we're looking for clarity and warmth, not perfection). In your video, please tell us: 1) your name, 2) where you're currently based, 3) why you think Storyland and you are a good match, 4) a book you'd love to read with a class and 5) why.