Storyland is recruiting a literature teacher for small-group workshops in central Shanghai. The program helps students ages 6–15 develop a lasting interest in reading, writing, discussion, and critical thinking through meaningful texts and creative projects.

Contract: Two years

Responsibilities

  • Lead workshops using picture books, chapter books, and novels
  • Combine reading, discussion, games, and creative projects
  • Teach grammar, vocabulary, and literary analysis through authentic texts
  • Help students explore emotions, values, and larger ideas through stories
  • Encourage healthy reading habits during library time
  • Collaborate with local and international colleagues
  • Design and propose short workshops for winter and summer terms
  • Attend weekly team meetings

Schedule and Classes

  • Wednesday–Sunday during regular semesters
  • Monday–Friday during winter and summer intensive periods
  • Up to eight students per class
  • Flexible work-from-home lesson-planning hours after the first semester

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Native-level English
  • Teaching experience and a genuine interest in children and literature
  • At least two consecutive years of documented full-time non-teaching work experience after graduation, as required for this position’s visa process
  • Cultural sensitivity and willingness to relocate to Shanghai for at least two years

Experience with ages 6–15, a TEFL, TESOL, CELTA, or teaching licence, and a background in literature, theatre, humanities, youth work, or education are preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

  • RMB 22,500 per month
  • Performance bonus based on class feedback
  • Private medical insurance in China
  • Seven days of paid leave plus fixed school holidays and public holidays
  • Work-visa sponsorship and relocation assistance
  • Laptop, teaching materials, and access to an in-house library
  • One-way flight to Shanghai for applicants hired from outside China
  • Help arranging a bank account, SIM card, and accommodation

How to Apply

Email your CV, including both teaching and non-teaching experience, and a short video introduction to giuseppe@storyland.com.cn.