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Is it easy for a foreign graduate to find a job in China? |
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Thanks to the economic growth, the opportunities for foreigners who want to work in China have increased considerably in the last few years. Teaching English is one of the main job areas for foreigners in China, while there is also a growing demand for foreign experts in sales, engineering and management, etc. |
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Are Living Accommodations Convenient to the Workplace? |
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As part of the agreement, institutions provide free accommodation to the foreign teachers. Lodging varies from guesthouse room, similar to a standard hotel, to a complete apartment with sitting room, bedroom, bathroom, and kitchen area. |
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Is Home Leave Granted, Paid or Unpaid? |
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Local leave is normally not granted. Schools/institutions sometimes allow a teacher to travel during the teaching time, but this is highly unusual and the circumstances would need to be extreme. |
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Will There Be a Job Description? |
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Normally, a school will outline a position and the conditions of employment. That outline includes name and location of the school, minimum qualification for the teacher (BA, MA), subjects to be taught, numbers of classroom contact hours, monthly salary, any additional benefits, accommodation, medical care particulars, allowable holidays, and other information pertinent to the specific school. |
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Is the Cost of International Round-trip Air Fare Included in the Contract? |
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This varies among the institutions. Many will provide reimbursement for a round-trip international economy air ticket at the completion of one academic year. |
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What is the Public Transportation System Really Like? |
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Cheap, efficient and fast, Buses and subways are comfortable, that is, unless you are trying to go somewhere during rush hours. |
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What Guide Sets Salary Standards for Foreign Teacher or Expert? |
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Category 1: RMB 2,200-3,300 -- teachers having a bachelor's degree and over two years of work experience, or middle school teachers with over three years of teaching experience. |
