Teach in China

Teach in China places you in a paid English teaching position in a Chinese school for either 1 or 2 semesters or a short summer session. The majority of our positions are with Chinese Universities or Trade Schools, some positions will allow you to work with younger aged children. We will place you based on your background, qualification and availability.

Positions and start dates are limited. To reserve your placement, click here.

Eligibility:
* At least 18 years old
* Be a native English speaker
* Bachelors degree helpful but not required
* Teaching certification or experience helpful but not required
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Location: Our partner in China is one of the few organizations authorized by the State Bureau of employment of foreign teachers. This means we are able to work with the best schools in a wide variety of locations throughout China, including (though not limited to): Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Yantai.
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Length of program: Summer placements are 3-6 weeks. Other options include one semester (5 months) or two semesters (10 months).
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Start dates:The fall semester begins in September, and the spring semester begins in late February/early March (depending on when the Chinese New Year falls). Summer sessions take place in July and August. Some schools are able to accept teachers throughout the year. Please check with us for other available start dates.
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What you get:

Accommodations: You will live in free accommodations provided by the school. All apartments will be furnished with a private bathroom and telephone. In most cases you will share the kitchen. You are not required to pay a housing deposit.

Salary: For semester or year long positions, you will be paid between $3000 - $5000 RMB (approximately USD$ 372 - 620) per month in the local currency. You also receive free accommodations and sometimes partial board. Many schools help reimburse part of your airline ticket at the end of your contract (though we can not guarantee this in advance as it varies per contract). All salary and benefits will be agreed upon in your contract prior to departure.
For summer session positions, you will receive free accommodations and sometimes a small salary. We can not guarantee salary for the summer positions, as it is much shorter in length and is not available in all contracts.

Visa Documentation: For semester and year long positions you are required to obtain a Z visa (work visa). We will work closely with your school to provide you with the documentation needed to obtain your visa. The process can take up to two months. You will need to apply for a work visa at your nearest Chinese consulate in your home country. It is important to apply early enough to allow for visa processing. The Alliance Abroad Group will assist you in the process though we can never guarantee a visa, as it is issued by the Chinese government.

Summary:
* Guaranteed paid teaching placement (summer programs may be unpaid)
* Travel medical insurance
* Pre-departure orientation
* Airport pick-up
* Free accommodation
* Full-time local representative in China
* 24/7 personal support
* Certificate of completion (upon request)
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Price:
AIDE is a non-profit organization. Donations contributed in excess of the fair market value of services you receive from AIDE may be tax deductible. Please consult your tax adviser.

Summer Session: USD$ 995
1-2 semester(s): USD$ 1,500

Prices are subject to changes. Prices do not include: airfare, visa fees, meals and personal expenses.
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Any questions?
* Request more info
* Call our toll free: 1 866 6ABROAD
* Chat with us live

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