Online ESL English Teacher (Remote | Ages 4–15 | CEFR aligned | Flexible Schedule)

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Online English Teacher (Remote, Part-Time)

Wayland Academy – Remote (for US and UK based applicants)

About the Role

Wayland Academy is seeking passionate and experienced English language teachers to join our expanding global faculty. This is a remote, part-time position teaching small-group English classes (3–6 students) to learners aged 3–15 across China.

You will deliver engaging online lessons using Wayland Academy’s structured curriculum, based on internationally recognized frameworks such as CEFR and supported by leading educational resources including Oxford Discover and National Geographic Learning.

What You’ll Do

  • Teach live, interactive small-group classes (3–6 students) online
  • Guide students in listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills
  • Follow a structured curriculum aligned with CEFR standards
  • Provide personalized feedback to support students’ progress
  • Collaborate with a global teaching team and attend regular training sessions

What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, TESOL, or related field (Master’s preferred)
  • TEFL/TESOL/CELTA/PGCE certification is a plus
  • 3+ years of teaching experience, ideally with young learners
  • Experience in school teaching (in-person or online) is required or strongly preferred
  • Familiarity with CEFR and/or international curriculum frameworks
  • Comfortable teaching online using platforms like Zoom or Google Classroom
  • Student-centered, proactive, and flexible teaching approach

Why Teach with Wayland Academy?

  • Remote & Flexible: Teach from anywhere, on your own schedule
  • Global Impact: Help students in one of the world’s largest online learning markets
  • Supportive Community: Work with a collaborative, international team
  • Curriculum Support: Access to structured resources and ongoing development
  • Competitive Pay: Hourly compensation with opportunities for performance-based bonuses

About Wayland Academy

Wayland Academy is a global online education platform specializing in English instruction for learners aged 3–15. We serve students across China with a focus on international language development, academic readiness, and confidence-building. Our programs help prepare students for international exams such as KET, PET, and TOEFL Junior, while building essential critical thinking and communication skills.

Interested?

Apply now on Indeed or contact Ula Shen, Regional Recruitment Lead, at careers@uieedu.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule
  • Referral program

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

  • Teaching: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: Remote

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