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Shanghai Hiring: International Homeroom Teacher (Toddler Class)

Shanghai
Posted by: Horizon Recruitment
Contact: [email protected]

Location: Qingpu District, Shanghai (close to Hongqiao Railway Station)

School Type: Bilingual Kindergarten

Students: Toddlers aged 1.5–3 years old

Start Date: ASAP 

Visa: Official work visa provided (TEFL/TESOL certified required)

Nationality/Skin Tone: Female Native English speaker only

Job Overview

We are seeking a passionate and experienced International Homeroom Teacher to join our bilingual kindergarten team. You will lead English instruction, collaborate closely with Chinese co‑teachers, and support the healthy growth and well‑being of young learners in a warm, international IB‑aligned environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, teach, and reflect on daily English lessons including UOI, Corner Play, and phonics.
  • Co‑plan weekly UOI lessons with grade‑level teachers and follow the school’s POI curriculum.
  • Attend weekly collaborative meetings, four‑in‑one classroom meetings, and monthly international department meetings.
  • Conduct student assessments using Childfolio, Learning Stories, portfolios, and English Carnivals.
  • Participate in professional training, teaching research, lesson observations, and school events (World Culture Week, Science Fair, Christmas, Sports Day, etc.).
  • Model IB Learner Profile attributes and support school culture and leadership initiatives.
  • Maintain positive communication with the teaching team and follow school policies and procedures.
  • Perform other duties assigned by the school.

Requirements

  • Female Native English speaker
  • Valid TEFL/TESOL certificate
  • Able to obtain a foreign teacher work visa
  • Experience working with young children (1.5–3 years old) is preferred
  • Positive, patient, and responsible with strong teamwork skills

Salary & Benefits

  • Monthly Salary: Pre-tax 25,000 – 31,000 RMB (including housing allowance)
  • Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
  • Paid sick leave
  • Paid holidays: Easter, Christmas, summer and winter vacations
  • Commercial medical insurance
  • Stable international working environment and professional development opportunities

If you are energetic, love working with toddlers, and want to join a supportive international team, please send your resume and self- introduction video, passport copy and degree copies to [email protected] 

To apply, email [email protected]

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