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