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Primary Class TeacherNACIS Shanghai | Start Date: August 2026
About NACIS ShanghaiFounded in 2016, NACIS Shanghai is a leading bilingual international day and boarding school located in Minhang District, Shanghai. We provide a dynamic and academically rigorous education for students aged 6–18, combining the strengths of Chinese and international curricula.
Our distinctive bilingual model integrates Eastern and Western educational philosophies, preparing students for both the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and A-Level pathways.
As part of the Nord Anglia Education global network, our students benefit from world-class collaborations with organisations such as The Juilliard School, MIT, UNICEF, IMG, and King’s College London.
Our diverse faculty represents over 10 nationalities, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing professional environment.
The OpportunityWe are seeking an outstanding Primary Class Teacher to join our Primary School, with a key focus on teaching Grade 3, Grade 4 or Grade 5 depending on past experiences and ability.
In this role, you will:
Teach two Grade 3 or 4 or 5 classes, delivering:
English (including Phonics and Guided Reading)
Thematic Learning (in English)
Work closely with a Chinese Homeroom Teacher, supporting a collaborative bilingual teaching model
Build strong relationships with students across both classes, taking on a pastoral and mentoring role, while not acting as the sole homeroom teacher
This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who enjoys collaborative teaching, values cross-cultural education, and is passionate about developing language-rich, inquiry-based learning experiences for younger learners.
Key ResponsibilitiesPlan and deliver engaging English and Thematic Learning lessons across two Grade 3 or 4 or 5 classes
Contribute to the development and delivery of the integrated bilingual curriculum
Support students’ language acquisition through structured literacy