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How to Get a Teaching Job in China as a Non-Native English Speaker - TEFL Blog
Thu, 22 Aug 2019 Ramon Perez
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How to Get a Teaching Job in China as a Non-Native English Speaker
The prospect of working in a foreign country can be an exciting experience for any person seeking a change a pace. Every country has a unique adventure to offer, and many times we ask ourselves, “Which is the right place for me?â€. Here, we are going to discuss on how to gain access to the bountiful opportunities China has to offer for English language educators. Despite some strict governmental policies China has in place, the English language labor market is open to native and non-native speakers. Before you can embark on your new and exciting journey to China, there are some steps we must follow before we are eligible to work there as a... [Read more]
Teaching English In China In 2023: Everything You Need To Know - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Teaching English in China in 2023: Everything You Need to Know
China is the largest market for teaching English as a foreign language - but the pandemic has brought about a lot of changes. Is it still worth going to China? How do you find a teaching job in China? How do you get into the country? Expert China teacher recruiter Dan Wharton will answer all these questions and more during this live session.
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Top 4 Asian Countries for Teaching English Abroad - TEFL Blog
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 Federico Riva
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Top 4 Asian Countries for Teaching English Abroad
Mainland China and Taiwan form a very large part of the Asian ESL market. There are obviously many similarities but also many differences. In this blog we will look at some of the major differences in job requirement in these two regions.
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How do I get a job teaching English in China? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How do I get a job teaching English in China?
The popularity of China as a destination for English language teachers has steadily increased in recent years, and it is now right at the top of the list with an estimated 100,000 foreign teachers working in the country each year. As a result of an extraordinary economic boom, Chinese parents are more willing than ever to spend thousands of dollars on their children's English education to give them the best chance of success in the future. With over 300 million people learning English across the country, China's insatiable demand for English language teachers looks set to continue.
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How much can I earn teaching English in China? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How much can I earn teaching English in China?
The job market for ESL teachers in China is simply huge and there is no sign that it is going to slow down anytime soon. With a rapidly growing economy and upwards of 300 million students studying English, China offers countless opportunities for foreign teachers to earn a good salary and to save a considerable amount into the bargain. Throughout the country there are a large variety of jobs available with a wide range of salaries, however, first time teachers can reasonably expect to earn between 6000 RMB and 12000 RMB per month which equates to around $1000 to $2000 US dollars.
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How do I get a job teaching English in China? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How do I get a job teaching English in China?
The popularity of China as a destination for English language teachers has steadily increased in recent years, and it is now right at the top of the list with an estimated 100,000 foreign teachers working in the country each year. As a result of an extraordinary economic boom, Chinese parents are more willing than ever to spend thousands of dollars on their children's English education to give them the best chance of success in the future. With over 300 million people learning English across the country, China's insatiable demand for English language teachers looks set to continue.
What are the benefits of teaching English in China?
As there are often more job opportunities than there are teachers to fill them, schools are willing to offer... [Read more]
How much can I earn teaching English in China? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How much can I earn teaching English in China?
The job market for ESL teachers in China is simply huge and there is no sign that it is going to slow down anytime soon. With a rapidly growing economy and upwards of 300 million students studying English, China offers countless opportunities for foreign teachers to earn a good salary and to save a considerable amount into the bargain. Throughout the country there are a large variety of jobs available with a wide range of salaries, however, first time teachers can reasonably expect to earn between 6000 RMB and 12000 RMB per month which equates to around $1000 to $2000 US dollars.
What other benefits can I expect when teaching English in China?
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Why teach in China
Why teach in China?
First the Facts:
2014 College Graduates in China: 7.26 million and rising
30,000 organizations or companies offering private English classes in China
The market has nearly doubled in size in the last five years and is now worth around $3.1 billion
Salary for foreign English language teachers:
English teachers in China can expect to make between 6,000 - 16,000 RMB ($942 - $2,500 USD)
Those teaching at an international school, however, can make up to 30,000 RMB ($4,700 USD)
Depending on the type of educational institution the salary varies enormously
Public Schools: 6,000-10,000 RMB
Private Language Institute: 6,000 - 16,000 RMB per month
Universities: 7,500 - 10,000 RMB per month
International Schools: 12,000 - 30,000 RMB per... [Read more]
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Europe is amongst the top destinations for teaching English as a foreign language. However, it is often said that it's not a good fit for... [Read more]
Do I need a TEFL certificate to work for VIPKid? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Do I need a TEFL certificate to work for VIPKid?
Until recently, VIPKid was a leading platform for online teaching to young learners. But as of July 2021, changes to Chinese law have prohibited the promotion of English lessons taught by instructors outside China to Chinese students. In essence, to teach Chinese children online, you now need to be physically located in China, not abroad. This law change significantly impacted VIPKid’s operations, reducing their previously prominent position in this teaching environment.
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Can I still work for VIPKid?
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Teach Young Learners EFL in China (3)
Date posted:2013-12-05 | Writer: Falcon ESL China | Email: [email protected]
Falcon ESL China has current vacancies for TEFL qualified teachers in Ningbo, Zhejiang province, which lies south of the Hangzhou Bay facing the East China Sea to the east. The students range from 3 months-12 years old, so applicants should have a passion for teaching children. We offer a salary of between RMB 10,000 to RMB 13,000 per month (based on experience & qualifications), together with Visa, Employment Permit, Residence Permit and training. Working hours are 25 teaching hours+15 office hours a week.
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Do I need a TEFL certificate to work for VIPKid?
Until recently, VIPKid was a leading platform for online teaching to young learners. But as of July 2021, changes to Chinese law have prohibited the promotion of English lessons taught by instructors outside China to Chinese students. In essence, to teach Chinese children online, you now need to be physically located in China, not abroad. This law change significantly impacted VIPKid’s operations, reducing their previously prominent position in this teaching environment.
Can I still work for VIPKid?
Despite these legal changes in China, VIPKid has continued to offer lessons to adult students in China from abroad, as the new laws do not affect this. They have also introduced a new global service targeting young learners worldwide. However,... [Read more]
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Step-By-Step Guide to Legally Teaching English in South Korea | ITTT | TEFL Blog
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South Korea is an exciting location with prospering career opportunities in English language teaching for many around the world. Here's our step-by-step guide to legally teaching English in South Korea.
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Mon, 05 Mar 2018 Linda Dunsmore
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Step-By-Step Guide to Legally Teaching English in China
If you are interested in teaching English abroad, you probably quickly realized that China is one of the largest job markets for TEFL teachers at the moment. Truth is, China has over 300 million English learners and schools are hiring constantly. This large demand for qualified teachers leads to high salaries and great benefits to attract teachers to make the move. China is a great place to work in if you’re a new teacher and if you have experience in the field. However, it is key to understand the country's current visa regulations and the local preferences of schools to be able to teach English in China.
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TEFL China - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Jobs In China For English Teachers
Jobs in China For English Teachers
Date posted:2018-07-17 | Writer: Pioneer & Beyond Ltd | Email: [email protected]
Do you dream of faraway places and want to use your TEFL skills to experience adventure in a different country? With new opportunities to learn a new language? China offers all the above, environmentally the landscape is vast and diverse as the cities that are built in and around the country itself. China enjoys the commercial advantages of all the western main cities such as Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou. In contrast, China also celebrates her natural culture and environment in cities that are not so exploited by capitalism. It’s worthwhile exploring.
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TEFL China - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Regular Vacancies For Tefl Qualified Teachers In China
Regular Vacancies for TEFL Qualified Teachers in China
Date posted:2013-12-12 | Writer: Falcon ESL China | Email: [email protected]
Falcon ESL China has several vacancies for TEFL qualified teachers in the universities of Nanchang, Jiangxi province. The salary ranged RMB 4500 to RMB 6500 per month (based on experience & qualifications), together with Visa, Employment Permit, Residence Permit .Working hours are 20 teaching hours and an hour and a half of English corner a week.
How to apply:
If you are interested in the above mentioned position, please email the following documents to the address given on the job heading: CV/recent photo, scan of passport, degree (if you have one) and TEFL certificate.
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Are online English teachers in demand? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Are online English teachers in demand?
Online English teaching is an area of English education that has exploded over the past few years. More and more online teaching platforms are popping up offering a variety of English language classes to students all across the globe. There are group or 1 to 1 options, lessons that focus on speaking and pronunciation, and some that are entirely aimed at business professionals. The world of online English teaching is seemingly limitless. Due to this huge variety, the demand for online English teachers from all sorts of backgrounds is immense.
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Are TEFL qualified teachers in demand in English speaking countries?
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Are online English teachers in demand?
Online English teaching is an area of English education that has exploded over the past few years. More and more online teaching platforms are popping up offering a variety of English language classes to students all across the globe. There are group or 1 to 1 options, lessons that focus on speaking and pronunciation, and some that are entirely aimed at business professionals. The world of online English teaching is seemingly limitless. Due to this huge variety, the demand for online English teachers from all sorts of backgrounds is immense.
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Are online English teachers in demand in China?
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Teaching English in South Korea and China - Alumni Report by Linda D. - TEFL Blog
Mon, 23 Apr 2018 Linda Dunsmore
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Teaching English in South Korea and China - Alumni Report by Linda D.
TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF!
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Nepotism, known as “wasta” in the workplace, is common in the Middle East, especially in the private sector. Personally, this area of common practice was unknown and unheard of to me as I come from a system of being recruited through the normal steps of applying for a job, being selected for an interview, and then being hired based on my experience knowledge, and skills.
The Increasing Need for Continuous Professional Development in the Middle East
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In this blog post, our ITTT TEFL Alumna shares their story of applying for a top Master's program after their teaching internship in China. Are you interested in specialized teaching programs? Learn about Anastasiia's experience and start building your teaching career!
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In this blog post, our TEFL experts talks about the reasons and ways to use videos in online ESL lessons. If you want to spice up your online classes, read this article and try these exciting ideas!
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TEFL Training Post in China
Date posted:2012-07-05 | Writer: Zhongjie Education International | Email: [email protected]
Zhongjie Education International Co. Ltd., located in Beijing, China, is currently accepting applications for an EFL Teacher Training Officer to work in our Beijing Office. We implement the Universal English Intensive (UEI) Program provided in cooperation with the Australian International Education Program Management Center (AIEP). The EFL Teacher Training Officer will be directly contracted with Zhongjie Education International to work on the UEI Program.If you are interested in a secure and reliable EFL-related experience in China, and consider yourself a responsible, dedicated, and energetic professional, please feel free to apply. Only candidates who... [Read more]
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TESOL TEFL Reviews - Video Testimonial - Maksim
Maksim from Russia is living and working in Shanghai, China. He took the 120-hour online TEFL course with ITTT and in his TEFL review video he tells us how he found the course to be well organized, interesting and not complicated. Maksim thinks that having the TEFL certificate played an important role in helping him to find a job teaching English in China.
Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next.
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Regular TEFL Jobs in China
Date posted:2014-04-09 | Writer: Findworkabroad | Email: [email protected]
Findworkabroad has regular opportunities all over China for TEFL graduates. Our recruitment service is completely free to applicants, who benefit from our contact with over 600 employers across the country. We are one of few recruitment companies in China offering you a direct contract with the employer. This means higher salary, fewer communication issues and a far more enjoyable, memorable experience. Here is one example of our many current openings, and we look forward to receiving your CV/ resume and cover letter at the email address given on the job heading.
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China's Ban on Private ESL Tutoring: What You Need To Know
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hello hi welcome to another live session my name is linda from i t t t and as you
can see today we're going to talk about china's ban on private esl tutoring
everything you need to know what we know so far there's still a lot of ambiguity
but i've done a lot of research i talked to a lot of people so hopefully i'll be able to tell you something you might not
know yet and give a little bit of clarity into this topic but uh disclaimer
you know things change all the time and there's still like i said a lot of ambiguity around this whole topic
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Does a year abroad teaching English hurt your career prospects back home? Quite the contrary! In this live session, we discover exactly how teaching English abroad enhances your career prospects - back home and around the world!
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TEFL in Beijing, China
Date posted:2008-04-16 | Writer: Beijing Public School | Email: [email protected]
The school is located in the beautiful city of Beijing ,the capital of China. It is very convenient for you to visit the Great wall, the Forbidden City and the Summer Palace. Beijing is a modern city. You can enjoy the beautiful sightseeing and also enjoy the culture of nationality. Not only is Beijing the nation's political center, it also serves as a center of culture, science, education, and transportation—a truly international city. Our middle school needs 4 teachers for 4 different subjects, including English literature and oral English.Start date: Sep.2008 Requirements : 1) 18-60 years old 2) Native speakers must be from USA, UK, Australia, Canada, New Zealand and Ireland and... [Read more]