Teach English Online in Shanghai. Your Dream Digital Nomad Side Hustle Starts Now!
Become an Online ESL Teacher – Work Anywhere, Live Free!
Tired of the 9-to-5 grind? Ready to turn your Bachelor's degree into a flexible, high-impact side hustle?
We're hiring enthusiastic, English speakers to teach 1-on-1 online English teaching jobs in Shanghai to energetic kids. This is the ultimate opportunity for recent graduates and aspiring digital nomads seeking a rewarding, flexible role that fits their global, travel-centred lifestyle – no matter where you are in the world at the time.
Why This Is Your Next Career Move (The Digital Nomad Life)
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Perfect for a side hustle - Only 5-6 teaching hours per week with a regular schedule. Perfect to fit around travel, further studies, or another job.
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Work from anywhere - All you need is a laptop and a stable internet connection. Teach from your flat, a beach hut, or a café in Shanghai!
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Excellent hourly rate - Earn 100 RMB per hour (approx. £10.49 per hour) + unlock a 20 RMB/hour bonus for great performance and attendance.
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Start ASAP - Join the team and begin earning immediately.
Impactful 1-on-1 Online ESL Teacher
You'll be delivering engaging and creative 1-on-1 English lessons to children aged 6 to 12. We value teachers who can connect with young learners and make learning fun!
The Schedule
- Teaching Hours: 5 to 6 hours per week (regular time slots).
- Start Date: ASAP (Must be ready to join quickly).
- Payment: Paid monthly on the 15th working day for the previous month's hours.
The Earning Potential
- Base Rate: 100 RMB per hour.
- Performance Bonus: Up to +20 RMB per hour for high performance and perfect attendance.
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Are You a Perfect Fit? (Essential Requirements)
This is an entry-level online teaching role, but professional commitment and native-level fluency are essential for prospective teachers looking to work in Shanghai.
- Native speaker status: Must be a native-level English speaker
- Education: A Bachelor's degree is a must
- Certification: Hold a TEFL or TEFL certificate of 120 hours minimum*
- Experience: Previous online teaching experience is a must
- Teaching ability: Proven ability to deliver creative, engaging 1-on-1 lessons
- Need a TEFL certificate? Book your 120-hour TEFL course for teaching Chinese students online.
Teach English online courses that can make it happen
If you don’t already hold a TEFL, TESOL, or CELTA qualification, TEFL UK can offer you the means to teach, earn, and explore China’s most populated metropolis.
To teach English online, Shanghai-based teachers can complete the 120-hour TEFL.
Top reasons to choose this qualification:
- Designed for first-time teachers
- No prior teaching experience required
- Completable in just 3 weeks
- New teachers will gain all the skills and knowledge needed to teach confidently for the first time
- Internationally recognised
- Can add an optional 20hr teaching practicum for extra practice and peace of mind
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Ready to Apply? Your Next Adventure Awaits!
We keep our hiring process simple and fully remote, so you can apply from anywhere in the world.
- Online interview: All applicants will be interviewed online
- Demo lesson: You will be asked to deliver a short 10-15 minute demo lesson (Panel Interview)
Don't wait! Turn your love for travel and flexible living into a rewarding career.
Complete the form below to start your application and begin your digital nomad journey in Shanghai with us!
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