Drama Teacher

11/30/2025

The Drama Teacher will teach drama to secondary education students using the MYP framework, ensuring an engaging learning experience. Responsibilities include lesson preparation, student assessment, and collaboration with fellow educators to enhance the curriculum.

Salary

30000 - 35000 CNY

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

51-200 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

Trusted advisor to 475+ schools and 80,000 students across the UK, and 1400 schools globally. Elevate is a fast growing international education company that attracts high performing individuals who want to make a difference to school students’ lives. Our presenters are current students and recent graduates who go into schools and deliver study skills seminars to improve student achievement. Our award winning seminars are delivered in over 1400 schools internationally. It is our belief and experience that any student can improve their marks by tapping into, replicating and using these study skills and techniques. Elevate Education is a past winner of the Nescafé Big Break Awards in 2002 and publisher of “Science of Student Success”, a study guide that has sold over 20,000 copies and takes readers into the minds of the top students. Elevate delivered a TEDx Talk in Tallinn, Estonia in 2014 expanding on our research into the habits of top performing students.

About the Role

We are looking for a Drama Teacher for an international school based in Shanghai. This position is available from the upcoming 2026/27 academic year in August 2026.

About the School

Located in Shanghai’s Pudong district, this bilingual international school offers a 12-year education pathway from primary to high school. As an IB World School, it delivers the full continuum of PYP, MYP, DP, and CP programs, while also integrating elements of the Chinese national curriculum and international frameworks like IGCSE and AP. The campus spans over 35,000 square meters with modern academic and athletic facilities, including boarding options. With a focus on inquiry-based learning, bilingual instruction, and holistic student development, the school emphasizes both academic excellence and character growth.

Job details

Teach drama to students in secondary education utilizing the MYP framework and ensuring an engaging and enriching learning experience
Preparing lessons and lectures, tutoring techniques, designing and correcting assessments, and writing report comments
Collaboratively teach alongside fellow educators, actively contributing to the development and enhancement of the school's curriculum
Assess and monitor students’ progress and provide targets so that all learners can succeed and improve
Provide clear and constructive feedback to students and their parents and caregivers
Develop supportive and safe learning environments

Bachelor's degree in Performing Arts, Drama, or a related field
MYP teaching experience or other IB teaching experience
Strong understanding of the MYP curriculum framework and assessment criteria
Commitment to education

Salary and benefits

Monthly salary of 30,000 to 35,000 RMB commensurate with qualifications and experience
Monthly housing allowance of 6,000 RMB
Full medical insurance
Annual flight allowance
Summer and winter holidays
Public holidays

Key Skills

Drama TeachingMYP FrameworkCurriculum DevelopmentStudent AssessmentFeedbackLesson PreparationCollaborative TeachingInquiry-Based LearningBilingual InstructionHolistic DevelopmentPerforming ArtsEngaging Learning ExperienceCharacter GrowthTutoring TechniquesSafe Learning EnvironmentsReport Writing