Miss Li's MUST READ FAQ Handy Tip.
The following frequently asked questions MUST be taken as a guide only. Some schools offer
more than others, some less than you would expect. My suggestion is to make your application and when TEACH CHINA advises a position check out the employment terms and
conditions (Contract Appendix) when it is sent to you. All the major items are included and you will know exactly what to expect when you arrive. China schools now have the option of
including, reducing or leaving out benefits; including airfares, medical care, the holiday bonus, and extended vactions.
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42 OF THE MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT TEACHING ENGLISH IN CHINA TEACH CHINA
suggests you take the time to read this document carefully as China is not like any other
country and has customs, traditions and protocols that do not always comply with Western Standards.
Nonetheless, as an authorised teacher you will be treated as a special guest of the People's Republic of China and will find yourself immersed in the daily lifestyle of the Chinese people.
Teaching and living in China with TEACH CHINA can be both very stimulating and educational; conversely
it can, on occasions, be very exciting and challenging, but it is almost always an unforgettable experience. Every year TEACH CHINA
processes 100's of applications, receives and answers thousands of questions from persons interested in Teaching Conversational English in China. Many of the questions have same
foundation and refer to basic entitlements, others are less obvious before coming to China and are often asked after, rather than before arrival.
Following is a list of the most frequently asked questions of TEACH CHINA. Click on subject to find answers. 1. Do I get paid a fixed salary?
2.
What will my accommodation be like?3.
What is the usual contract period? 4. What happens if I get sick?
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Who pays for my airfare to China? 6.
Can I supplement my income by doing other teaching work? 7. If I live off campus, how do I get to work? 8.
When should I apply? 9.
What documents/information am I required to provide to support my application to teach in China? 10.
I have heard there is a holiday allowance?
11.
I understand I may get a bicycle to use?
12.
Will I have the opportunity to travel during my stay? 13. Dress Standards
15.
What additional information must I include in my CV/Resume? 16.
When could I expect to receive my Official Invitation and Temporary Residency Permit? 17. What documents should I present to the Chinese Embassy or Consulate for processing my Visa Application? 18. Can I travel to china for teaching without a work visa? 19.
When am I expected to arrive in China? 20.
Will someone meet me upon my arrival in China?
21. After arrival in China, how will I finally get to my school?
22.
Can I also bring my spouse (Partner) and child with me to China? 23.
What am I required to teach? 24.
What teaching materials do I have to use for my teaching? 25.
Where will I be teaching? 26.
How long do the school holidays last in China? 27.
I do not have teaching qualifications, can I still apply? 28.
English is not my first language, can I still apply?29. Are there any age restrictions? 30. What type of airfare/ ticket should I buy when I travel to China? 31. What shall I have to do during the school holiday periods?
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Do I have to observe all the relevant regulations and laws during my stay in China? 33. In what currency will I be paid for my teaching in China?
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Can I apply for and pursue a degree course at a China university while I am still engaged as a teacher In China?
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Could I have the privilege of taking Chinese Language Lessons during my stay in China? 37.
What is the attitude of the Chinese people toward the foreigners? 38.
What are the main terms and conditions of the Employment Contract that I sign with my school? 39. What is the list of my main obligations and responsibilities during my teaching period in China? 40.
What do I do if I have some disagreement at my school? 41. What is the average cost of living in China? 42.
What is the power system in China if I bring with me my electrical appliance?
TEACH CHINA recruits on behalf of Government of China, Provincial Governments and SAFEA Approved
schools, colleges and universities throughout the length and breadth of Mainland China. TEACH CHINA is one of a handful of Central Government accredited CHRATA non-government
organisations that is lawfully authorized for the purpose of recruiting foreign teachers of English for Chinese schools. This is your safety net.
All Chinese Government Schools that are SAFEA and Foreign Affairs Office authorised to employ foreign
teachers are required to maintain minimum teaching, living and accommodation standards as proclaimed,
from time to time, by the State Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs (S.A.F.E.A.). This is your
absolute guarantee. Provided you do not break the law, work diligently and competently and pass your
regular work assessments, your school is obliged to provide you with accoutrements to certain minimum standards; to provide the contracted benefits and to pay your salary in full and on time.
TEACH CHINA has bundled many of the most frequently asked questions together and has attempted to
provide answers in plain English; however, given the variables that exist in China, a single answer is often
very difficult. Therefore, all statements made must be accompanied by a disclaimer that all the
information is designed to give a generalised overview of teaching and benefits for Conversational English
in China, and should in no way be construed to be an official document nor a statement of your rights or benefits.
Chinese schools, colleges and universities are always in need of good conversational English language teachers, especially trained teachers. At TEACH CHINA
there are two main intake times, August and February and the largest choice of locations comes at these times of greatest demand. Mid to late
semester there is much less demand for teachers, and hence, far less choice with regard final posting.
Miss Li's MUST READ Handy Tip for success in China.
By choosing to teach in a country such as China, you are seeking an experience of people
and places quite different to those you find at home. This brings with it an obvious need for an open-minded approach, a sense of adventure, tolerance and an awareness that, perhaps,
some aspects of your lifestyle may need to be altered to suit prevailing conditions. Days can be quite strenuous, filled with classes, staff meetings and lesson preparation, and at times weekend
duies. Things don't always run smoothly and occasionally conditions may be frustrating, but equally
rewards are great for those with a genuine spirit of enquiry. Remember this is not a journey of comparison but an opportunity for discovery.Chinese nationals are generally happy, healthy and honest, and are equal to the most obliging hosts in
the world. Chinese society whilst being extremely modest, devoid of smut and sexual connotations, can
at times appear almost contradictory. Foreign teachers are expected to set an example, conduct themselves in an ethical, mature manner and observe minimum dress standards. Do not be disappointed
and hold yourself up for unnecessary criticism and potential dismissal; follow a few simple dress and decorum rules and you can have an absolutely fabulous time in China.
Following is a list of the attractive benefits and entitlements TEACH CHINA states you can reasonably
expect from a school, college or university at which you may be employed in China: Some give more,
much more, some give slightly less; but all ensure a minimum level of personal comfort and privacy.
1 Reimbursement of your round trip international airfare if you contract for a minimum of two semesters; one way airfare if for only one semester.
2 Meet & Greet on arrival in China and round trip transport from your China entry airport to your final destination.
3.The Provision of furnished western style accommodation [at least] equal to a standard 3 Star Hotel. 4. Guaranteed monthly salary for the duration of your contract.
5. SAFEA or similar approved Employment Contract. 6. "Green Card" or temporary residency permit for the duration of your stay.
7. Comfortable living and work environment. Good teaching facilities. 8. Most often a holiday bonus during the School Vacation (summer or winter), or other holidays in
China in lieu of the bonus. 9. Basic Health Care.
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