Native & European ESL/Subject Teachers Across China – RMB 10K–35K in Shanghai

Beijing SpeakEasy Education is actively recruiting native English speakers and European non-native ESL and subject teachers for full-time placements across more than 50 cities in China, with start dates available throughout 2026 and 2027. Positions are open across a wide range of school types — from kindergartens and training centres to international schools and universities.

Job Description

Successful candidates will teach English or curriculum-based subjects to students across various age groups and educational levels. Subject areas available include:

• Science, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Computer Science
• Drama, Social Studies, Literature, History, Art, Music, Geography
• Humanities, Economics, and more

Curricula supported span IB (PYP, MYP), A-Level, IGCSE, AP, SACE, IPC, Cambridge, EAL and ICT frameworks, making these roles ideal for teachers with international curriculum experience. School settings include kindergartens, training schools, primary and middle schools, high schools, private and international schools, and universities.

Requirements

• Native English speakers, or non-native English speakers from European countries
• Bachelor’s degree (BA) or above
• Clean criminal background and good health
• Under 55 years of age
• TESOL, TEFL, QTS, PGCE or CELTA certificate preferred
• Reference letter(s) from previous employers
• Prior teaching experience in a similar role is advantageous but not strictly required

Applicants should submit a current résumé, a recent photo, and — where possible — a short self-introduction video of 1–2 minutes.

Benefits

• Salary: RMB 10,000–35,000 per month (varies by role, city and experience)
• Free private accommodation or a housing allowance with settlement assistance
• Performance bonuses and airfare allowance provided
• Working visa and health insurance arranged
• Paid sick leave and paid vacation
• Additional benefits offered by individual partner schools

Locations

Placements are available across 50+ cities throughout China, including — but not limited to — Shanghai, Beijing, Yiwu, Hangzhou, and Wuhan. Whether you are looking for an international hub or a smaller Chinese city, SpeakEasy Education can match teachers to suitable locations based on preferences and availability.

About Beijing SpeakEasy Education

Beijing SpeakEasy Education is a teacher recruitment agency with an extensive network of partner schools spanning kindergartens through to higher education institutions across mainland China. The team prides itself on providing supportive, driven and caring placement assistance, guiding foreign teachers through every step of the relocation and onboarding process.