Work and Live in China is a teacher recruitment agency, specializing in assisting native and non-native speakers with finding the best teaching jobs in China.
As the COVID-19 epidemic wanes in China, the global fight against the virus is far from over. China’s international reputation has taken a battering, with issues arising about transparency and handling of the virus, as well as faulty medical equipment and test kits that have since been sent to other countries. Several Western governments have
It is worryingly easy to develop bad habits when living as an expat in China. At the same time, it’s very difficult to recognize the bad habits you’ve already acquired. Whether you’re new to China or a veteran expat, watch out for the following bad habits and don’t let them get their claws in. 1. Relying on locals to
English proficiency is an important indicator of social status in China, so many Chinese parents want their children to start learning as early as possible. Students as young as two and three usually begin with some basic English in kindergarten. If you’re new to teaching ESL or have little experience with this age group, here are seven
Many a foreign ESL teacher in China has entered the office of their new school, asked what teaching materials are to be used and been met with blank stares. Just go in and teach, they say. Assuming you don’t have the ability to conjure books from thin air, you will need access to learning materials and
There’s a whole host of skills and talents associated with teaching: organizational skills, people skills, technical knowledge of your subject, and, of course, having almost Buddha-like levels of patience. When teaching in China, there are also a lot of skills you’ll develop on the job that might not be readily apparent to the untrained eye. Here
Considering teaching English in China is definitely exciting, but like any big move, it requires careful consideration before you plunge in. In this article, we bring you six things to consider before teaching English in China, from researching where you’ll live to getting a visa. 1. Know that it’s the right job for you
Perhaps the only thing that Chinese and English have in common is that each is considered to be among the most difficult languages to learn. To that end, they can also be very difficult to teach. Below are some common linguistic pitfalls encountered by those teaching English to Chinese speakers and some ideas on how to remedy
With things slowly getting back to normal in many Chinese cities and people across all industries returning to work, what can you do to make sure you’re as protected as possible from the coronavirus in the office? Here are 7 things to consider when returning to work in China after the coronavirus outbreak. Self-quarantine and
After browsing teaching English abroad programs and applying with Work and Live in China, you’ll hopefully receive an invitation for a job interview in China. Thankfully, ESL teachers are always in demand, so don’t worry too much about this step. However, you need to be prepared for the interview and the sort of questions you’ll need to
There is no doubt a TEFL certification is one of the most valuable qualifications an English speaker can have today. The English language becomes more important every day and many countries are in need of teachers. If you have decided to obtain your TEFL you have made the right choice! Online certifications are best for those who