Published on:
September 27, 2017

by: Guest

Why Teach or Intern in Shenzhen?

  Shenzhen has rapidly gone through one of the most dramatic transformations in urban history. In just 30 years this once-rural fishing village has evolved into a buzzing metropolis with a cityscape to rival Hong Kong and famed being the Silicon Valley of China. It now has a population of over 12 million, and is […]

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September 13, 2017

by: Guest

Published on:
August 25, 2017

by: Guest

Setting Expectations for Teaching in China

It’s easy for a first time teacher in China to be blinded by the bright lights of optimism and excitement when embarking on a teach abroad adventure. With all the fascinating and modern metropolises to work in, a more relaxed work schedule, and the favorable cost of living, some teachers raise their expectations to tremendous levels. […]

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Published on:
August 18, 2017

by: Guest

5 Ways to Save Money while Teaching in China

Photo by Athena Lao It’s well known that teaching abroad can be financially advantageous. This week’s blog post comes from Emily, a travel writer, and considers how you can adjust to a lifestyle in China and save money, while teaching in one of the world’s most exciting and rapidly developing nations.   Limit Your Expenses […]

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Published on:
August 2, 2017

by: Tom

Published on:
July 12, 2017

by: Will Perrins

Am I Qualified to Teach in China?

A question many potential applicants will ask themselves (and Google!) when considering a role teaching in China. Also a question that isn’t made easier when browsing through conflicting search engine results and TEFL forum postings! Here are some of the most common asked questions and the cold hard facts about eligibility for teaching in China... [...]

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February 5, 2016

by: Stephanie

Published on:
January 14, 2016

by: Guest

How to improve your teaching in China

You have already read about Opportunity China’s unrivalled ambassador network that provides support and professional development to foreign teachers in China, but how is it really beneficial to you as a teacher? Designed by experienced practitioners in the UK, taking ideas from PGCE and SCITT training in primary and secondary school settings. The ambassador network [...]

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Published on:
January 3, 2016

by: Tom

New Year, New Opportunity

A new year and what better time to consider new opportunities and change? Here at Opportunity China we work with schools, universities and education establishments across China and we are currently recruiting teachers, lectures and university graduates for start dates throughout 2016. · The economic growth in China is HUGE. · The need for native [...]

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