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Launch Your TEFL Career in China

Explore China, gain hands-on TEFL experience, and get paid!

China Teacher Trainee Program (3 - 5 Months)

Experience the Classroom Without the Long-Term Commitment.

Are you looking for high-quality practicum experience while immersing yourself in a vibrant new culture? Our 3-5 Month Teacher Trainee Program is specifically designed for those who want to test the waters of international teaching. Gain actual classroom experience as a Homeroom English Teacher before deciding to pursue a long-term global career.

Benefits

3 - 5 Month China Trainee Teacher Program

Shanghai | Suzhou | Wuxi | Zhangjiagang | Hefei | Guangzhou | Shenzhen | Beijing | Tianjin

  • Monthly Salary

    6,000 RMB after tax (official tax reports provided).
  • Rent-Free Living

    Private accommodation is provided for the entire duration of the program.
  • Z-visa provided

    We provide a legal teaching working Z-visa, sponsored directly by the school.
  • Comprehensive Insurance

    Two layers of health and accident insurance coverage.
  • Free TEFL Training

    120 hour TEFL course included in the program.
  • Daily Essentials

    Free lunch provided on school days.
  • Community Perks

    Enjoy birthday cakes and traditional festival gifts throughout your contract.

Job Details & Schedule

Step into the role of a professional educator in a Kindergarten, Primary, Nursery, or Middle/High school setting.

  • Role: Homeroom English Teacher.
  • Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.
  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy your weekends off to explore your host city and Chinese culture.
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Arrival & Settling-In Support

Moving to a new country can be daunting, so we handle the logistics from the moment you land:

  • Airport Pick-Up: Personal greeting and transport (available Mon-Fri, 10 am – 3 pm).
  • Initial Housing: 3 days of hotel accommodation while you settle in.
  • Connectivity: Full assistance in securing a Chinese SIM card.
  • Housing Search: Expert help finding a private apartment located conveniently near your school.
  • Bureaucracy Handled: We assist with your police residential registration and opening a Chinese bank account.

Internship Details

  • Start Date: Flexible – join anytime throughout the year!
  • Location: Shanghai, Suzhou, Wuxi, Zhangjiagang, Hefei, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Beijing and Tianjin.
  • Working Hours: Approx. 20 hours/week.
  • Accommodation: Free private room in a shared apartment.
  • Benefits: 6,000 CNY after tax.

Requirements

To secure your legal working Z-visa for China, you will need the following notarized and apostilled documents:

  • A non-criminal record check issued within the last 6 months.
  • TEFL Certificate of minimum 120-hour TEFL, TESOL, or CELTA (Don't have this? We can provide it as part of the program).
  • Your Bachelor’s degree certificate.

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FAQs – Teach English in China & Travel

This program is a short-term TEFL internship in China designed for individuals to gain hands-on classroom experience as a Homeroom English Teacher without a long-term commitment. It is an ideal way to test the waters of international teaching while immersing yourself in a new culture.

Participants receive a monthly salary of 6,000 RMB (CNY) after tax. To ensure transparency, official tax reports are provided by the tax bureau.

Yes, the program includes rent-free living. You will be provided with a private room in a shared apartment for the entire duration of your 3-5 month stay.

Yes, a legal teaching working Z-visa is required. We provide and sponsor this visa directly through the school where you will be teaching to ensure you are working legally in China.

Applicants must have native English fluency, a Bachelor’s degree, and a clean criminal record. You also need a 120-hour TEFL certificate, though we can provide this training as part of the program if you aren't already certified.

We handle all logistics, including airport pick-up, three days of initial hotel accommodation, and assistance with essential tasks like securing a Chinese SIM card, opening a bank account, and completing police residential registration.

Ready for an Adventure?

Join our supportive community and launch an unforgettable teaching journey in China!

Apply now

Simply fill out this form and we'll get straight back to you. If you have any questions you can always email us at info@tefluk.com

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