Description

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

Qualifications

* Good command of the English language and subject matter.
* Knowledge of Chinese helpful, but NOT required.
* 18+ Years of age and at least 6 months experience working with kids/students. All teachers who do not have 2 years of experience after having graduated from college will be required to take an in country TEFL certification.
* Enjoy leading groups and teaching children and/or adults.
* Have experience working with children as a teacher, tutor, coach, mentor, etc.
* Good lesson planning and organizational skills.
* Attendance at staff meetings.
* Open to foreign cultures and living abroad.
* High level of responsibility.
* Dedication to completing the full term of commitment.
* Health tests and immunizations necessary to obtain the proper Class Z work permit. Chinese law may require an EKG or HIV test or tetanus, hepatitis, and typhoid vaccinations etc.
* A criminal background check may be required by some schools for certain positions.

Languages

• English

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• Chinese
• English

Salary/Pay

The average teacher's salary ranges from ~ 4800-7200 (USD 775-1160) per month for full academic semester positions. This is typically at least double than the salary of local professors, so it easily covers your expenses while living in China. Airfare allowance is available with com-pletion of at least 6 months contract. The stipend for a summer placement is 12000 (~USD1875).

Experience Required

yes

Have experience working with children as a teacher, tutor, coach, mentor, etc.

This Program is open to

American and Canadian Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of 2 +

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Phone/Video Interview
• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Resume
• Transcript

Typically The Application Process Time is

2 weeks-1 year

Cultural Embrace by API's Mission Statement

Our mission is to encourage people to recognize and appreciate cultural diversity. We believe that visiting a place firsthand allows one to truly experience the authenticity of a culture and develop his/her own impressions. Our goals are to provide quality service and opportunities for people to explore their world and enlighten their eyes, mind and heart. Traveling is a reciprocated flow of communication and interaction between people...the more you seek, the more you learn. "Discover the Similarities - Share the Differences"