Nov 08, 2023 Comments(4)
Since starting an ESL teacher in China almost eight years ago, I’ve lost count of the number of foreign colleagues I’ve worked with. Most were decent people. But some just didn’t seem to adjust to life in China. Read more>>
Oct 26, 2023
Flip through the pages of any expat magazine and you’ll no doubt see up to a dozen international schools advertising in your area. But are international schools in China really any better than Chinese public schools? ... Read More>>
Sep 20, 2023 Comments(4)
Maybe you’ve written them before in your home country, but are things different in China? Let’s take a look at how to write great cover letters for China job applications. ... Read More>>
Sep 06, 2023
There are many foreigners working in China with various jobs, personalities and experiences. One thing that we all have in common, however, is the ability to alienate our Chinese colleagues very quickly. ... Read More>>
Jul 26, 2023 Comments(1)
Here are five common grievances I hear from fellow expats regarding their Chinese colleagues, followed by advice on how to remedy them. ... Read More>>
Jun 29, 2023 Comments(1)
Unlike most expats, my adventure in China didn’t start with an English teaching job. Instead, I took a job as an au pair. Here’s my take on what it’s like to be an au pair in China. ... Read More>>
Jun 14, 2023 Comments(3)
While breaking an employment contract in China had very few repercussions in the past and it’s still not necessarily the end of the world now, there are consequences of ghosting your employer in China. ... Read More>>
May 18, 2023 Comments(5)
Just like many aspects of life here, interviewing can be an all together different experience. Here are four strange things that might happen in a job interview in China.... Read More>>
May 05, 2023 Comments(4)
If you’re looking for your first job in China, you’ll need to spend a little extra time fulfilling the unspoken résumé requirements of this country of convention. Here are some tips for reworking your CV for jobs in China. ... Read More>>
Apr 04, 2023 Comments(5)
boss has organized a formal staff dinner, you’re going to be the only foreigner there and you’re determined to make a good impression. What are the Dos and Don’ts of a Chinese company dinner? ... Read More>>
Mar 22, 2023 Comments(4)
Whether you’re looking for your first job in China or your sixth, navigating the job market here can be tricky. Here’s a brief guide on what to expect when job hunting in China. ... Read More>>
Feb 22, 2023 Comments(3)
With 1.3 billion people to keep out of trouble, China has invented some rather unusual roles for those willing to do anything for a little bit of cash. Here are some examples of strange Chinese jobs you no longer see in the West. ... Read More>>
Feb 09, 2023 Comments(4)
China’s education system gets a lot of flak from afar. But what’s it actually like up close and in reality? A foreign English teacher shares her experiences and views of teaching in China. ... Read More>>
Jan 06, 2023 Comments(1)
Although the Peace Corps ended its relationship with China in 2020, my time serving with them remains one of the most impactful of my life. Serving as a Peace Corps volunteer in China was indeed the toughest job I ever loved. ... Read More>>
Dec 23, 2022 Comments(4)
While recruiters can remove a lot of the hassle for first time ESL teachers, many people have horror stories to tell. Here are some prudent steps to take if you use a recruiter to find a teaching job in China.... Read More>>
Nov 23, 2022 Comments(14)
While it’s not good to stay in a job you hate, too many hops could put off future employers. Let’s take a closer look at what to consider when switching jobs in China. ... Read More>>
Nov 09, 2022 Comments(11)
Although foreigners come to work in China for a plethora of different reasons, economics is probably the main one. But not all expat salaries in China are made equal. Let’s take a closer look. ... Read More>>
Oct 12, 2022 Comments(2)
From casual meetings with friends-of-friends to giving some extra time to a student who’s struggling, you’re unlikely to escape without being asked to host private English lessons in China at some point. ... Read More>>
Sep 28, 2022
Here are some top tips and games for foreign English teachers taming large classes of young learners in China. ... Read More>>
Sep 01, 2022 Comments(6)
Here I explain what nowism is, how it manifests in the Chinese workplace and what, if anything, can be done to spare you from this sickness. ... Read More>>
Aug 17, 2022 Comments(2)
This article aims to give first time expat teachers in China some practical advice about how to prepare, what to let slide, and what not to tolerate from your new school.... Read More>>
Jul 20, 2022 Comments(2)
How will time in the Middle Kingdom impact your employability back home? Here we discuss if working in China is a help or hinderance to your long-term career. ... Read More>>
Jul 06, 2022 Comments(3)
Why is it that so many ESL teachers in China almost apologize as they tell others their profession? “I’m just an English teacher.” How is it that the most popular job for expats in China is a taboo subject for some? ... Read More>>
Jun 21, 2022 Comments(2)
Non-teaching jobs in China are not only difficult to obtain, but also often come with some well hidden drawbacks. Here I take a look at a few alternatives to teaching in China. ... Read More>>
May 23, 2022 Comments(13)
There are some differences in approach and behaviour in the Chinese workplace that reminded me that China is indeed a very unique country. Here are six things to be aware of when working with Chinese colleagues. ... Read More>>
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