Opportunity China

Published on:
November 23, 2017

by: Will Perrins

Languages for the Future Report – the Importance of Mandarin Language Learning

A report was recently published by the British Council, highlighting how critical it is for the UK to invest in upgrading citizens’ ability to understand and engage with people in an international context. Languages for the Future identifies the priority languages for the country’s future prosperity, security and influence in the world, in a post [...]

Published on:
September 13, 2017

by: Guest

Types of School in China – what are the differences, and what type would be a good fit for me?

If you’re just starting your TEFL journey in China, one of the major initial decisions when considering teaching in China is the type of school you’d to work in, as this can have a big impact on your overall experience. The difference between public schools/ international schools and private language centres is distinct, and often […]

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 […]

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... [...]

Published on:
September 1, 2015

by: Stephanie

TEFL courses – which one is right for me?

There are so many different teaching English certifications on the market, and it’s easy to get confused by the many acronyms- we often get asked by candidates which is most suitable for those wishing to teach English in China. Here’s the lowdown. TEFL - Teach English as a Foreign Language Many courses are offered online, [...]