English Teacher
Firefly ReadingShanghaiUpdate time: May 25
Job Description
Native English Teacher Wanted – Partner to Co-Run an Established Reading Club (Ages 3-10)

Location: Shanghai, Pudong District, near Century Park

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About the Opportunity

My Reading Club has been successfully operating for one year, serving children aged 3–10 with a focus on phonics, reading comprehension, storytelling, and early literacy. I am now looking for a native English-speaking teacher to join me as a partner in co-running and further developing the club.

This is not an employee position. You will share both responsibilities and rewards as we grow together.

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Key Responsibilities

· Co-deliver and refine the existing reading curriculum for ages 3–10.
· Teach classes independently or together (flexible arrangement).
· Assess student progress and communicate with parents.
· Participate in strategic decisions, marketing, and enrollment as a co-operator.

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Requirements

· Native English speaker from the US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, or South Africa.
· Bachelor’s degree or higher.
· At least 3 years of teaching experience with children in a reputatable kindergarten/elementary school
· Valid teaching certification (one of the following):
· Recognized state teaching license (e.g., US state credential, UK QTS)
· TESOL, TEFL (120+ hours), CELTA, or DELTA
· Basic knowledge of Chinese is a plus
· Entrepreneurial mindset – ready to co-invest time and ideas.
· Clean criminal record.
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What We offer

· Partnership with profit sharing (specific percentage negotiable).
· A one-year-old, running reading club with existing students and curriculum.
· Flexible working arrangement – we can agree on schedules and roles.

Note: This is not a salaried position. Compensation comes from shared profits.

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How to Apply

Please send the following to Wendy:

1. Your CV/resume
2. A copy of your teaching certification
3. A short teaching demo video (5–10 minutes) showing how you teach reading or English to young learners
4. A brief cover letter explaining your interest in a partnership model

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