Are you fascinated by Orient? The Paid Teaching English Programme China is a unique opportunity for adventurous people who want to explore this gorgeous country.
During your time in China, you will work as an English teacher and you will be paid for it. You will receive TEFL (Teach English as a Foreign Language) training and certification which will help to prepare you to teach English in China. The good news is that the training is for free so that you neither not have to attend expensive TEFL lectures beforehand nor you need to hold any teaching qualifications.
After your induction period and TEFL training you will start to teach English and British culture at your placement. You might also be able to help out in music, history, sport, geography or science lessons. All the schools are of a high standard with good equipment and resources.
The teaching itself is a rewarding experience. You will have much freedom in planning your own lessons. Your duties are neither difficult not too many: you have to take attendance, correct homework and support the administration of the school.
The accommodation is also free. Accordingly to Chinese standards the housing is spacious and of a high standard. You might share some communal facilities - but this should not be a problem if you are a genuine adventurer.
Meals will be served in a common dining hall. Chinese food is fresh, tasty and extremely healthy. Some foods like milk, potatoes, bread and coffee are not very popular, but you will be able to enjoy many other exotic dishes.
You will attend free Mandarin lessons (the predominant language in China) and you will participate in many organised trips. Furthermore, you will receive full initiation in Chinese culture.
You may choose from one of the following programmes:
- 6 weeks - £899 (departure in July)
- 6 months - £1599 (departure in Jan or August)
- 12 months - £1649 (August departure)
In the program internet access is included, but flights, travel insurance, working holiday visa and extra activities not on itinerary are not comprised.
It is quite enticing to earn money while you travel! However the greatest advantage of the programme is that it offers the opportunity to experience the real China instead of what the tourist companies want you to see.
