Job Description

Primary School English Teacher (Native English Speaker)
School Type: Bilingual Primary School
Location: Baoshan District, Shanghai, China
Start Date: August 2026

Key Responsibilities:
Deliver high-quality English instruction to primary school students following the school's bilingual curriculum.

Develop engaging lesson plans, assessments, and learning activities tailored to young learners.

Foster a positive, inclusive, and student-centered classroom environment.

Collaborate with Chinese co-teachers and grade-level teams to support student development.

Participate in professional development, parent-teacher conferences, and school events as required.

Qualifications & Requirements:
Nationality: UK, USA, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand.

Current Location: Must already be based in China (valid work visa/residence permit required).

Education: Bachelor's degree or above (Education, English, or related field preferred).

Teaching Certification (one of the following):

PGCE (UK)

U.S. State Teaching License

QTS, B.Ed, or equivalent teaching qualification from the above-mentioned countries.

Experience: Minimum 3 consecutive years at the same school, specifically teaching primary English.

Work ethic: Stable career history with strong references.

Compensation & Benefits (Standard for bilingual schools in Shanghai):
Competitive monthly salary (based on qualifications and experience)

Housing allowance

Annual flight allowance

Relocation allowance

Comprehensive insurance

Paid winter and summer holidays

All Chinese public holidays fully paid

Holiday bonuses (e.g., Christmas, Chinese New Year)

Work visa (Z visa) and residence permit sponsorship

Job Tags

Full time, Summer holiday, Work visa, Relocation package

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