Play Football and Teach English in China
by Teach & Play
Program Overview
Don’t get trapped! Did you know that 80% of teaching jobs in China require evening and weekend work? Not us!
For Teach & Play, football (soccer), a fantastic social life, and incredible memories come first. All our jobs are football-friendly, meaning you’ll never work on weekends or in the evenings. If you don’t play football, you are still welcome to apply – maybe we can convince you to have a go!
Every player (teacher) applying with us is assigned a Personal Concierge via WhatsApp. Your Concierge provides 24/7, 1-on-1 support for Travel, Visa, and Documentation issues. They will also be your point of reference for any football-related queries.
Eligibility Requirements:
• Passport from the UK, Ireland, USA, Canada, Australia, South Africa, and New Zealand
• A bachelor's degree (all majors welcome!)
• A TEFL Certification (our players get a huge discount!)
• The ability to obtain a clear background check
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Program Highlights
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Quick Details
- Long Term
- American
- Australian
- Kiwi
- British
- South African
- Irish
- Canadian
- English
Updated Aug 8, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Beijing, China
- Chengdu, China
- Guangdong, China
- Guangzhou, China
- Qingdao, China
- Shanghai, China
- Shenzhen, China
- Tianjin, China
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- American
- Australian
- Kiwi
- British
- South African
- Irish
- Canadian
- English
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Independent living
- Other
Application Procedures
- Phone/Video Interview
- Online Application
Age Requirement
21+
Duration
- Long Term
Starts At
No Upfront Fees
Salary & Compensation
Our salaries start at a minimum of RMB 16,000 per month. On top of that, we provide free flights and two weeks of accommodation upon arrival. ...
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