Foreign Homeroom Teacher (Kindergarten)

Job Description About the School / Company This Model Kindergarten in Minhang District, Shanghai takes pride in its team of professional educational practitioners who possess profound educational ideals, passion, and a pragmatic spirit. Chinese teachers have accumulated years of front-line teaching experience and hold corresponding professional titles. The kindergarten places great emphasis on stability and sense of responsibility of foreign teachers, with some cooperative foreign teachers maintaining excellent working relationships for over 10 years. Clear communication channels eliminate language and cultural barriers, allowing passionate foreign educators to pursue professional development. Curriculum Overview The English program follows a developmentally appropriate enlightenment curriculum for young learners. • Focus on igniting children's enthusiasm for English learning through lively and engaging lessons • Integrated with daily kindergarten routines including activities, meals, and rest periods • Age-appropriate language instruction designed for early childhood development • Emphasis on both academic language skills and practical classroom communication • Continuous care and guidance embedded throughout each school day This balanced approach builds foundational English skills while ensuring child safety and well-being. Position Overview The Foreign Homeroom Teacher will deliver English instruction and provide homeroom care for two classes on a fixed schedule. This role involves teaching Class A on Mondays and Wednesdays and Class B on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The teacher works alongside Chinese teaching staff to ensure a consistent, supportive learning environment throughout the kindergarten day. Working Hours • Monday to Friday • 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM (8 hours per day) • No extended courses, ensuring a regular work schedule Class Structure • Kindergarten age children • Two classes on rotating schedule • Teaching team per class: o Foreign Homeroom Teacher o Chinese Teaching Staff Key Responsibilities • Develop and deliver lively, engaging English enlightenment courses aligned with the kindergarten curriculum system • Undertake daily homeroom responsibilities including care and guidance for activities, meals, rest, and other routines • Ensure children's safety and well-being at all times throughout the kindergarten day • Manage instruction for Class A on Mondays and Wednesdays and Class B on Tuesdays and Thursdays • Integrate quickly into the kindergarten teaching team through strong communication and collaboration Requirements Requirements • Native English speaker with valid passport and legal work documents in China • TEFL or TESOL certification; degree in Early Childhood Education given priority • Experience in early childhood English teaching or as a homeroom teacher preferred • Passion for early childhood education with patience, love, and strong sense of responsibility • Good communication skills and team spirit with ability to integrate into the teaching team quickly Benefits Salary & Benefits • Salary: 15,000 - 20,000 RMB per month based on educational background, professional qualifications, and relevant early childhood teaching experience • Salary negotiable separately for candidates with outstanding teaching abilities and rich experience in high-quality kindergartens • Visa support for legal work in China • Clear communication channels eliminating language and cultural barriers • Stable monthly salary payment • Clear career growth paths • Potential annual salary increase opportunities Attachments Shanghai Kindergarten Intro&...pdf View Download