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School Flavours

In China, the term, “school”, can refer to a kaleidoscope of educational institutions, from nurseries to universities, from government-funded establishments to those paid for privately. This article looks specifically at the differences between public and private schools.
Here’s a primary one: money. With few exceptions, you’ll get more of it at a private school. […]

Agents and direct applications

Recruitment agency or direct applications? Seems easy initially: why wrestle with multiple schools when you can send one CV, then sit back and play video games while a recruiter finds you a job?
Well, don’t break out the Nintendo just yet. Using an agency can save you hassle, but there are drawbacks. […]

Finding a job - in advance, or on the ground?

Landing in China without a job teaching English: calculated risk, or foolhardy gamble? Depends who you ask - some people get a job with little difficulty, while others spend weeks traipsing round schools with no luck. It might help to know that the people in the former group are almost certainly those who […]