Paid Teach in China
Location
China: Beijing, ChongQing, Dalian and 2 other cities
Length of Position: summer, 1 or 2 semestersDescription
In today's increasingly interconnected global community, cultural awareness has emerged as a supreme currency in virtually every public arena. English is currently the most widely used and studied language in the world, while Chinese is quickly becoming an international business language. So why not use your English reading and writing skills as a passport to traveling and working in the world's fastest developing industrial nation -- China.
Cultural Embrace by API offers an exciting and affordable opportunity for native English speakers to live, work, and travel in this fascinating country. Expect to teach English language skills to students at institutions ranging from private academies, public elementary and secondary schools, universities, and professional businesses. You will teach an average of 20 hours per week, leaving you ample time to see the sites and explore the rich cultural backdrop of China's expansive history. China includes English in its schools curriculum starting in elementary school, so most students are already somewhat proficient with English reading and writing. Many, however, remain shy and embarrassed about practicing their conversational skills. As an English language skills teacher, you will engage with and make your students feel more comfortable by interacting with them in your native tongue, a task made easier by implementing the skills that you will have learned in Cultural Embrace's online TEFL course.
With Cultural Embrace by API's Teach in China programs, you will gain invaluable, lifelong communications skills as a result of your time abroad, and your international experience with the varied cultures and communities in China will put you a step ahead as both a culturally sensitive individual and a well-rounded professional!
Highlights
Teaching in China Offers:
* The satisfaction of helping others
* An opportunity to broaden your perspective and worldview
* An economical way to live and travel abroad
* An opportunity to participate in and learn local cultural activities (e.g.: language, taiqi, calligraphy, cooking)
* Memorable travel experiences with the chance to see exotic sites you have always dreamed about
* The ability to make lifelong friends from around the globe
* A valuable work experience that strengthens your resume
* A great way to develop and support your self-confidence and interpersonal skills