Requirements

A CAREER WITH US

We believe that attracting and fostering a talented and diverse workforce is crucial to our success, and more importantly, to the success of our students. We believe firmly in the talents that we’ve chosen. Our foreign teachers are the leaders of the class and Chinese teachers are there to support them. We care about the career development of our staffs, so there are plenty of opportunities for growth within the company. We give aspiring teachers the opportunity to develop their own lesson plans and contribute to the design of the curriculum. We encourage our teachers to discover and practice their own unique style of teaching. No two lessons are the same at Children’s Tales. Teachers interested in management and administration will have access to those positions within the company later in their career. The possibilities are endless.

Please visit our career site for more details: ctgogo.careers.eteach.com

LOCATION

China: Beijing or Chengdu.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

When you join children’s Tales, you are joining an environment that will challenge you and invest in your professional development. Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to, teaching, having fun with students, working as a team with your Teaching Assistants, lesson planning, and cultivating relationships with parents. You will have the freedom to discover and practice your own style of teaching and leading. Our flexible and supportive environment will ensure that you receive the necessary guidance and support.

As you develop more specialised knowledge and experience, we will make sure that your salary and title reflect accurately the hard work that you've invested in your career development. 

WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH

Teachers and children join our kindergarten from around the world. Each class will have between 20 - 26 students. Through play and teaching, you will form profound relationships with the students. You will be not only their teacher but also their hero. You will work alongside devoted and passionate teams of teachers in an immersive English environment. Through our diverse team bonding events and activities, you will form deep and long-lasting friendships with your peers. You will be leading the class with three Chinese Teacher Assistants, who are there to support you and make sure that everything runs smoothly. 

SALARY

From 16,000 to 36,500 RMB per month plus benefits. Final base salary is to be determined based on the standards set in the official pay scale.

WORK HOURS

8:00 am to 5:30 pm Monday through Friday, with 2.5 hours of break time between 12:00 pm to 2:30 pm. (7-hour work day)

HOLIDAYS

• 10 workdays of paid holiday during the Chinese Spring Festival.
• Days off with pay for government-recognized holidays such as Moon Festival, Dragon Boat Festival, New Year’s Day, etc.
• 2 days off with pay for Christmas day.
• 10 workdays of paid holiday in the summer at the renewal of the contract.

BENEFITS

• Flight ticket will be reimbursed for employees moving to China for the first time.
• Upon arrival, we will meet you at the airport and provide you with up to one week of free accommodation. If you are new to China, our staffs can help you find accommodations and help you find your way around the city, etc. We will also provide cultural lessons and tips to help you adjust.
• Health insurance provided.
• Free weekday lunches.
• Help in securing a legal working visa as long as the applicant meets the minimum requirements.
• Free Chinese (Mandarin) lessons and cultural tips.

OTHER COOL THINGS

• Be part of a dedicated team and work together to enhance the teaching quality and curriculum.
• Join a network of professional teachers and work together to provide quality teaching.
• Sharpen and push your teaching skills to reach the next level of your career goal.
• Teacher assistants are there to support you (3 TAs per class).
• Lots of available tools and props to use at your convenience.
• Have fun and connect with children daily.
• Experience Chinese culture at the heart of the ancient empire.

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS

• No criminal record.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least 1 year of experience in education.
• TEFL/TESL/TESOL certificate or teaching license or a minimum of 2 years of working experience.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS THAT RAISE THE SALARY 

• Degree in education (BEd, MA in Early Childhood Education, etc.).
• Teaching experience in kindergarten/primary school/language training school.
• Kindergarten or primary school teaching credential in a country where English is the official language.

QUALITIES

• Passionate about teaching and enjoy being with children.
• Able to effectively interact and relate to children in a developmentally appropriate manner.  
• Sensitive to individual children’s differences and needs and be willing to adjust the program and curriculum to meet those needs.
• Motivated to learn and grow in an educational environment and be willing to continually increase professional knowledge in the field of Early Childhood Education.
• Able to relate and speak to parents in a respectful and courteous manner and be aware of cultural differences and potential misunderstandings.
• Willing to work in a team environment, share ideas, and be open to the ideas of others.
• Good time and energy management skills.