Q: Why should I register?
A:To be able to use all the tools we provide and to get access to all sections of the site you need to register. Registering an account at Teachcn.com is free. Here's an overview of what you get:
- The Chinese host schools(the employer) can see your resume and contact information and send an invitation letter to you at any moment.
- Browse informations and contact with schools directly
- Send your resume on-line
- Amend or conceal your resume
- And a lot more!
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Q: Extra benefit for VIPs
A: more opportunities for you--- on line publication direct offers from schools all around China
Q: How to apply for a work visa?
A: First perpare your passport copy. Four passport photos,application letter, recommendation letter, health check report( you must get the form the local china embassy).Then mail them to the school. After the school teacher get it. They will go to the immigration office to apply for a work visa. It takes them some days to post the invitation paper to you. You will get a work visa from the Chinese embassy directly.
Q: How to apply for the Teaching in China program?
A: If you would like to teach in China, please follow these steps below:
1.You fill in the CV form and submit it ,we will answer you soon
2. Keep in touch with us while we are contacting with schools. Meanwhile, further information about the Teaching in China program will be sent to you upon request.
3. Receive the offer from Chinese schools with additional documents (to be submitted with initial application):
- Brief essay on how the program will benefit you and what you will contribute to the program. Also indicate in your essay if you are applying for a full academic year or semester, beginning in late August or February. - Copy of your diploma/degree certificate or most recent transcript
- Copy of the photo page of your passport
- Names and contact information of two references
- Available date to start teaching in China
- Two passport size photos.
Q: Which courses will be taught by the teachers?
A: Well, it depends on which school you choose. You may be asked to teach any of the following subjects: oral English, Written English, Western Culture, American literature, Linguistics, Teaching Methodology , English for special purposes such as Business English, Secretary English, English Idioms and etc. Some universities may have high requirements like Accounting, Auditing, Marketing, Finance and Economics.
Q: Do I need a Bachelor's or Master's degree? Can I still teach if I don't have a degree?
A: Bachelor degree is a must if you are applying for an Alien Registration Certificate. This certificate will make your life a lot simpler and there are added benefits to having this type of visa. If you have a TESOL, TEFL, CELTA or RSA, these are recognized certificates that will benefit your employment chances greatly. Experienced teachers are always in demand. However, if you have none of the above qualifications, you may still teach in China. Please contact us for more information.
Q: Is there a specific time when most jobs start?
A: Generally speaking, teaching EFL is a year-round business with no particular calendar or holidays. Even if schools employ teachers at the start of their "academic year", teachers leave or additional clients arrive unexpectedly so job opportunities arise during the course of the year. It is true, however, that in China there is a particular demand for teachers to start in September or October.
Q: What age students will I be teaching?
A: The age of the students really depends on your job opportunities. You will be teaching very young children if you accept a job from kindergarten and up to adult age if you enter a language school. We will find out what is to be expected and possible age groups which you will be teaching before signing of the contract.
Q: What kind of position do you recommend?
A: Generally, there are three categories of students in China:
1) kindergarten
2) students from primary to high school
3) college students and/or adults (self improvement course or business related English course).
We initiate to contact with them on your behalf if you select one of schools. Given enough time, we sometimes can even create a position for you. The earlier you apply, the better the chance.
Q: Are there any age limit?
A: This is a question that keeps on popping up. The answer to this question is "No". There are no age limitations in teaching English. That being said, if you want to work regularly in China, a degree or relevant diploma is a must. So, if you are under 17 and you are not a child prodigy for finishing your university degree at the age of 14,you are out of luck. Generally speaking, age 20 to 60 are all acceptable. For the upper spectrum of the scale, Generally, the schools respect mature and /or energetic teachers. As long as you are healthy and love to teach, there is no reason to think you are not eligible.
Q: Could you tell me about the teaching condition and compensation in China?
A: As matter of fact, the teaching condition and compensation in China vary from school to school. Generally speaking, you will get the followings benefits:Receive a wage of 2,500--6000 RMB per month (According to The Teachers' qualifications, teaching experience or certificates) .This is certainly enough to live on and travel around China with.>Receive 100% reimbursement of your return airfare between your home country and China after completing the One year Teach Program.>Receive an 1100 RMB per semester travel allowance.>Receive free conversational Chinese language lessons.>Be taken on monthly sight-seeing day trips to local points of interest within 100Km.>Be met at the Chinese airport when you arrive.
Q: Can my partner go with me?
A: You can usually take your wife or husband with you if you have been offered a legal job with visa and working permit. However, she or he may not be allowed to work and you may find it difficult to support a dependant on a teacher's income. If, however, your partner is also an EFL teacher, you could probably both find work in the same school or town.
Q: What about taking children abroad?
A: With a legal job you can usually obtain a resident's visa for your children, though again you may have difficulty in supporting income. There would also be the question of their education, which in some cases would prove exorbitantly expensive.
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