Help children fall in love with stories, not just “learn English”.
At Storyland, we use books, stories, and big questions to help children grow as readers, thinkers, and human beings. We are now hiring 6 Story Mentors to join our team in Shanghai and teach across three age groups:
- Early Years / Kindergarten (ages 5–6) – 2 roles open
- Primary (ages 7–11) – 1 roles open
- Secondary (ages 12–15) – 3 roles open
If you light up when a child connects with a story, asks a thoughtful question, or finds their voice in discussion, we would love to meet you.

Who you are
-Experienced teachers who are ready to teach now and stay in China long term.
-You have classroom experience, feel comfortable leading a group, and can see yourself living in Shanghai for several years.
-You might come from writing, theatre, youth work, humanities, or another people-focused field. -You have a warm personality, strong learning ability, and a real desire to grow into a great teacher. You speak and write English at a native level.

You love stories and children, are humble enough to learn, and can work well in a team. You are open to feedback and excited to build a new professional path.

We care deeply about:
- Human warmth and empathy – you see children as people, not “mini adults”.
- Children’s perspective – you can imagine how a shy, curious, or restless child feels.
- Creativity and expressiveness – you enjoy playing with stories, questions, and activities.
- Educational outlook – you care about growth, not just grades.

What you will do
As a Story Mentor, you will:
- Lead small-group workshops for children aged 5–15 using picture books, chapter books, and carefully selected texts.
- Run story-based sessions that blend reading, discussion, games, and creative projects.
- Guide students to talk about emotions, values, and big ideas through stories.
- Teach grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and basic literary analysis through meaningful texts, not dry drills.
- Support children in building healthy reading habits during library coaching time.
- Work closely with a supportive team of Chinese and foreign colleagues who share ideas, feedback, and materials.
You will not be left alone to “figure it out”. We have a growing curriculum and a team that collaborates on how to make each class more engaging and human.

What we are looking for (requirements)
Must have:
-Bachelor’s degree.
- At least 2 years of post-graduate work experience (any field).
- English is your first language / mother tongue.
- Genuine interest in working with children and talking about books.
- Willingness and eligibility to relocate to Shanghai, China, and meet visa requirements.
- Teaching experience (school, training centre, tutoring, or similar).

Nice to have:
- Experience with EYFS/kindergarten, primary, or secondary students.
- TESOL/TEFL, teaching licence, or similar certification.
- Background in literature, creative writing, theatre, humanities, youth work, or education.
We welcome applications from people whose path has not been “traditional teaching”, as long as you can show care for children, clear communication, and learning potential.

What we offer
We know moving to a new country is a big decision. We support you with:
Relocation assistance
-Work visa sponsorship
-One-way plane ticket to Shanghai
-Support setting up a local bank account and SIM card
-Help with finding accommodation, including an option to rent a room in a shared flat

Cultural and daily-life support
-A detailed relocation guide for life in Shanghai
-Tips on daily living, transport, and local customs
-Friendly support from our Shanghai and UK teams

Well-being and benefits:
-Private medical insurance
-Sick pay
-Company events
-Flexitime where possible around class schedules
-Some work-from-home time for planning and admin (teaching is in person)

How to apply
If this sounds like you, we would love to read your story. Please send:
1. Your CV, including both teaching and non-teaching experience.
2. A short cover note telling us:
Which age group you feel most comfortable with (kindergarten, primary, or secondary)
Why stories and books matter to you
Why you want to live and work in Shanghai

Our hiring process
If you’re shortlisted, you’ll:
Send a short introduction video so we can get to know you
Join an online interview about your experience and your plans for living in Shanghai
Meet the team and lead a Book Discussion Demo, where you’ll show how you connect with children around a story
We’ll guide and support you through each step so you know what to expect.

Important:
Only apply if you are genuinely willing to relocate to Shanghai, China for this role.
Please clearly state in your CV or email that you understand this is an in-person position in Shanghai.