We operate year-round, however every year our Summer Programs run from early July until late August - offering 2-4 weeks programs for our local Chinese students and teachers. We are currently in partnership with schools in the cities of China

Programs:
A: From July 7 to July 20 (2-week program)
B: From July 7 to July 27 (3-week program)
C: From July 7 to August 3 (4-week program)
D: From July 14 to August 3 (3-week program)
The primary purpose of our Summer Program is to improve skills in spoken English -with an emphasis in conversation (for students) and teaching methodology (for teachers). Overall, our goal is to have fun while we improve the listening and speaking ability of our students and the teaching methods used by our local English teachers

It is our intention to provide a "summer camp" atmosphere rather than an academic one. This concept is still fairly new here so we are all learning as we grow. Each school will provide some regular classes in addition to your English summer programs. Those who attend these camps pay for our program so we ask that you not only show some zest in your lesson plans, but also some professionalism in your teaching style. You will be looked upon as an example in the school and community - kindly consider this with your daily disposition.

Lesson Planning:
As a Summer Program teacher with students you may be responsible for up to three different age levels. The age of students varies from school to school (7-18 years). Be prepared to show some flexibility with your lesson plans, as you may not know the age of your students until you arrive. Class sizes can range from 20-50 students and may run from 8:00 - 11:30 AM and 2:00 - 5:30 PM. Each class runs for about 40-50 minutes with a ten-minute break in between. The workload in our schools is typical for all of China with an average of 6 hours a day for 6 days a week - usually with Sunday's off.
We ask that our foreign teachers bring some teaching materials and plans with them. All schools will have computers so you can always find more resources through the Internet. Your items can be photocopied during the program (free) and used in your classes. We ask you to consider topics like: transportation; holidays and festivals; food and beverages; family; relationships; your country; travel; the world; pollution and recycling; sports and hobbies; animals and/or pets; success; cheating; stress; health; habits; and any others that you may find interesting.

On occasion, schools provide ready-made booklets that can be used during your classes. When available, these copies are usually limited so always have a back-up plan for these and all of your classes. Our foreign teachers often share resources amongst one another and leave samples behind for the school to use in the future. This is a wonderful way for all of us to learn about various cultural practices from around the world. The more we share - the more we learn.
In the past, our foreign teachers have used games, role-playing, songs, movies (DVDs), and music (tapes and CDs) when teaching their classes. Like all schools, sometimes teachers have difficulty with the equipment while others have had no problems at all. Please be prepared to locate and test out the equipment before your class is scheduled to begin. Many have found it very valuable to bring photos, props, and clippings from magazines and newspapers to be used in your classroom setting as 'a picture says a thousand words'.
If you will be teaching our local teachers they want to improve their listening and speaking ability too. Our teachers have English speaking skills, which you may find quite impressive as their skills range from average to competent. They are interested in learning how classes function in foreign countries so be prepared to share strategies and techniques that you would use when teaching a lesson to children in your homeland. As an example, perhaps you use small groups; clap your hands to sound out the number of syllables in a word; set up a debate; use movement; music; and other ideas. What is valuable for them is what works for you and why - and what doesn't work as well.

You may want to consider reviewing learning styles - how some children thrive on hands-on experiences and love to move around, while others prefer to be absorbed in a book and sit still while you lecture. Share and show them how you would blend these styles when you set up a lesson plan so that you can accommodate everyone in a classroom. Perhaps be prepared to discuss learning disabilities and children with other set backs. There are many options available for you to discuss and this is exactly what our teachers will want to do with you. They are eager to engage in deep conversation and will often ask for your personal opinion.
Whether you are teaching our students or our teachers you are free to set up your lessons as you wish. However, when you prepare a good variety in your lesson plans the participants not only enjoy it, but they learn more too.
Teaching Assistants:
You may be provided with a 'teaching assistant' (TA), but do not expect one as this service is not always available for you. If you get a TA they will help to translate things during your classes. Often the younger children need a little help in this area as they are merely just being introduced to English during their regular school term. Many schools in China only start to offer English lessons at age around age 10 so a TA can really come in handy. If the children go to a private school they will start their English lessons by age 7 or 8. Of course, we want to speak as much English as possible while in you are here, but translation seems to be a necessity on occasion.
If you use your TA as a 'team-teacher' it is a wonderful opportunity for them to learn from you as well. Many TA's will make a mental note of your style, methods, lesson plans and all that you do so include them as part of the group and everyone will have much more fun. Be sure to give them copies of your handouts so they can follow along and help you to teach the students.

School Facilities and Activities:
Our summer climate can be very hot and sticky so classrooms will either have air conditioning or ceiling fans. If you wish to run your classes outside this is acceptable, but consider the time of day and the heat that everyone will be exposed to. Keep in mind that our students enjoy learning new games and burning off energy just like every other child in they world so if it is too hot to go outdoors many teachers have the children push their desks to the walls and use the classroom for activities as well.
In the evenings, the schools will have large group activities. Sometimes your presence and even your participation are expected. It can be lots of fun to prepare something with other teachers or maybe you could teach your students a song and dance (if time permits). If you have a hidden talent, some schools may have guitars or other instruments available for you to use - so just ask. Be prepared as the Chinese version of 'talent show' and 'camp fire' may be a little different than what you are familiar with, so kindly remember that this our way of sharing a little of our culture with you.

Most schools will have all that you need - photocopier, TV, DVD player, tape recorder, computers, Internet, telephones, and even laundry. If the school does not have a campus computer room with free Internet connection there is usually a nearby Internet Bar, which you can use at your own expense. It is very cheap with only 2 RMB Yuan per hour.
It is our intention to be hospitable and try to make you feel safe and comfortable. This is what we have in mind, so kindly adhere to our requests as many schools are gated and may have policies around leaving the school grounds. We would appreciate your cooperation in this area, as each school will function differently.
Accommodation and Meals:
Many of our schools have dorm-type accommodation to accommodate our foreign teachers. If the school you are assigned to has a cafeteria you will be provided with three free meals a day. If not, foreign teachers are given a meal allowance to eat somewhere else in the community. If this is the case, you will be given your entire meal supplement at the start of the program. You will get some meal stipend of Rmb600 yuan for 2 weeks program, Rmb900 yuan for 3 weeks program and Rmb1200 yuan for 4 weeks program. Please budget your finances, as the amount given will be adequate to accommodate your entire meal schedule.
If you are accepted in our program it is expected that you will arrive two days before your contract start date in order to attend a general meeting and to allow time for you to be relocated to your assigned destination. Please be aware that we will supply your transportation to your school community in order to ensure that you are at the right location for the start of your Summer Program. We will also ensure that you will be returned to our office at the end of your work term.
Transportation and Insurance:
The foreign teachers are responsible for their own international and domestic airfare and transportation to and from our Hangzhou office. If traveling from outside of China we recommend that your destination be to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. You will then need to travel to the city of Hangzhou by local bus or train. For foreign teachers already in China, please choose Hangzhou as your destination.
Each school will provide teacher with a free travel in China on weekends
Program and Salary:
Program A (2 weeks from July 7 to 20): Rmb 3600 plus possible Rmb 600 for meals
Program B (3 weeks from July 7 ro 27): Rmb5100 plus possible Rmb900 for meals
Program C (4 weeks program from July 7 to August 3): Rmb6600 plus possible Rmb1200 for meals
Program D (3 weeks from July 14 to August 3): Rmb5100 plus possible Rmb900 for meals
Vacancy and Qualifications:
Each summer we accept nearly 100 teachers from around the world. We have a very large program that involves a lot of planning. Please be patient with us as we try our best to organize the program to suit our school's needs.
We work on a first come, first serve basis so please apply early. Our deadline for applications is always on May 31st. Our hiring committee gives preference to:
1. Native English-speakers and those from Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom (UK), and the United States (USA).
2. Those who have graduated from university with an English major
3. Those who have TEFL certification are preferable!
4. Those who have an educational background
5. Couples who want to teach in China
6. Teachers with personal confidence and good communication skills
We consider many things when we consider you for our Summer Program. The list above merely indicates some of our 'preferred' considerations.
Documents & Passport: Every teacher should submit an online application form first and then waiting for instruction to send his or her resume and a passport copy (the page with your number and photo) to Alex before they will be formally accpeted.
Visa Info: Please be aware that there is a process before you are formally accepted in our Summer Program. Every foreign teacher interested in our program should submit an online application form first. We will advise you when it is time to apply for your Visa. You cannot apply for your L-type Visa without our information. Please monitor your dates wisely when planning your time and booking your flights.
Airport and Train Info: Make a travel plan when you get the visa. Better to arrive 2 days before our program begins. Keep us informed of your travel schedule. Teachers should be responsible for their own airfare and transportation to our headquarter in Hangzhou. Shanghai Putong International Airport would be the best destination. Then take an airport bus or go to the Shanghai Railway Station to take a train to Hangzhou. However,we will approach you at the airport or the bus station ,
Start Dates and Expectations:
Please be aware that, for example, if your contract starts on July 7th we ask that you arrive at our office on July 5th so that we know you are here for the start of your Summer Program. Our office hours are 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Monday to Saturday, and that we usually have a rest period between 11:30 noon and 1:30 PM.
Meeting Schedules: We will hold orientation session a day before our program begins in the meeting room to give our teachers an orientation and all the details of the programs.
Application Deadline: May 31st, 2008
1. Review the details of our Summer Program 2008 at
http://www.teachcn.com/site/summer/
2. Submit the online summer application form at
http://www.teachcn.com/site/summer/apply.asp
3. Wait for a response, then send your resume to Alex through e-mail teachcn@yahoo.com.cn  
4. Send a photocopy of your current passport (the page with your passport number and photo) to Alex at e-mail teachcn@yahoo.com.cn
5. When advised, submit the online contract through http://www.globaltefl.net/summer/contract.html and wait for our confirmed contract to be emailed back to you
6. Send back our confirmed contract with the date and your signature on it as an attachment to Alex through e-mail teachcn@yahoo.com.cn or fax to +86-571-56778285

Any problem please call Alex at +86 56765595 or
send e-mail to teachcn@yahoo.com.cn