Position: Kindergarten Teacher

Job Description About the School / Company This private Level II kindergarten was established in March 2014 and is located in Jiangqiao Town. The campus covers 6,600 square meters with a building area of 4,189 square meters, accommodating 14 classrooms. The kindergarten creates a relaxed and joyful educational environment that is family-oriented, play-based, and art-enriched. Using play and hands-on activities as core learning experiences, young learners perceive, explore, discover, and learn through engagement. Curriculum Overview The kindergarten uses play and hands-on activities as the foundation for all learning experiences. • Focus on practical skills, coordination, self-care abilities, and learning capacity • Family-oriented approach that makes children feel safe and supported • Art-enriched activities that encourage creative expression • Play-based methodology that keeps young learners engaged and motivated • Hands-on exploration that builds confidence and independence This approach enables children to perceive, explore, discover, and learn through active engagement. Position Overview The Kindergarten Teacher will deliver English instruction and care for young learners aged 2 to 6 years old. This role involves working Monday to Friday with a midday break, teaching classes of 20-25 students. The teacher is supported by Chinese teaching staff and receives ongoing training and professional development. Working Hours • Monday to Friday • 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM • 2.5-hour noon break (12:00 PM to 2:30 PM) Class Structure • Class size: 20 to 25 students • Student age: 2 to 6 years old • Teaching team per class: o Kindergarten Teacher o Chinese Teaching Staff Key Responsibilities • Deliver engaging English lessons that align with the kindergarten's play-based and hands-on curriculum • Create a relaxed, joyful, and safe classroom environment that supports exploration and discovery • Cultivate children's practical skills, coordination, self-care abilities, and learning capacity • Supervise daily routines including activities, meals, and rest periods • Collaborate with Chinese teaching staff to ensure consistent care and instruction Requirements Requirements • Native English speaker from US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, or South Africa • Major in Early Childhood Education, Drama, or Art preferred • Two years of kids teaching experience strongly preferred; TESOL certification is a plus • Ability to apply for a Chinese Z visa in an English teaching position • Patient, loving, and responsible approach to early childhood education Benefits Salary & Benefits • Salary: 15,000 - 18,000 RMB per month basic and teaching salary • Housing allowance: 3,000 RMB per month • Reimbursement for document authentications including work visa, residence permit, and medical checkup fees • Flight ticket reimbursement: 5,000 RMB or prepaid flight for graduates • Contract renewal bonus: 5,000 RMB • Medical and accident insurance provided • Up to 4 days free hotel provided for settling in • Chinese public holidays fully paid; summer and winter vacations partially paid • Ongoing training and professional development • Career development opportunities in teaching, course development, and regional trainer roles • Interview guidance and arrangement • Visa guidance, follow up, and advice • Pre-training including orientation, Chinese culture, Mandarin, and teaching methodology • Airport pickup and hotel arrangement upon arrival • Apartment rent support and city life introduction Attachments Shanghai Kindergarten Intro&...pdf View Download