Online English Teacher – Remote, Part-Time
Vermont International Academy
Remote position for applicants based in the United States or United Kingdom
About the Role
Vermont International Academy is looking for experienced and enthusiastic English teachers to join our international teaching team.
This is a remote, part-time position teaching live small-group classes to students aged 3–15 in China. Classes usually have between three and six students.
Teachers follow a structured curriculum based on internationally recognised frameworks, including CEFR, with teaching materials drawn from established programmes such as Oxford Discover and National Geographic Learning.
Responsibilities
- Teach live, interactive online English classes to groups of three to six students
- Support students in developing their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
- Deliver lessons using the academy’s curriculum and teaching materials
- Adapt lessons and activities to suit students of different ages and ability levels
- Provide clear and constructive feedback on students’ progress
- Maintain a positive, engaging and supportive classroom environment
- Attend teacher training sessions and communicate regularly with the academic team
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, TESOL or a related subject
- At least three years of teaching experience
- Experience teaching children or young learners
- Previous classroom teaching experience, either in person or online
- Strong spoken and written English
- A reliable internet connection and a suitable home teaching environment
- Confidence using online teaching platforms such as Zoom, ClassIn or Google Classroom
- A patient, responsible and student-focused teaching approach
Preferred Qualifications
- TEFL, TESOL, CELTA, PGCE or another recognised teaching qualification
- Master’s degree in Education, English, TESOL or a related field
- Experience working with CEFR or international English curricula
- Experience preparing students for exams such as Cambridge English qualifications or TOEFL Junior
- Experience teaching students aged 3–15
Working Hours
This is a part-time remote role. Most classes take place during peak teaching hours in China, typically between 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM Beijing Time.
Applicants should therefore have regular availability during the corresponding morning or daytime hours in their local time zone. Additional classes may also be available outside these peak hours, particularly at weekends.
Teachers are expected to provide consistent weekly availability, with a minimum of approximately 40 teaching hours per month.
What We Offer
- Remote teaching from the United States or United Kingdom
- A flexible part-time schedule
- Small class sizes
- Structured lesson materials and curriculum support
- Regular training and professional development
- Support from an international academic and operations team
- Competitive hourly pay, with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
About Vermont International Academy
Vermont International Academy provides online English education to students aged 3–15 across China.
Our programmes focus on practical language development, academic preparation and building students’ confidence in using English. Students develop communication, critical-thinking and study skills while preparing for international English assessments such as KET, PET and TOEFL Junior.
How to Apply
Please apply through Indeed or contact Ula Shen, Regional Recruitment Lead, at [email protected].
Please include your CV and a brief summary of your teaching experience and availability.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Education:
Experience:
- Teaching: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: Remote
