English teachers needed in Zhuhai, Zhongshan, Dongguan and Chaozhou
(Guangdong Province, China)

American TPR English School:

American TPR English School was established in 1992 and was the first English School in China to obtain ISO9001 certification. It has also obtained the RAB Certificate (USA). In its 24 years of development, TPR has established branches and franchise schools in Zhuhai, Zhongshan, Dongguan and Chaozhou. TPR has a well-structured management system and a team of dedicated and experienced staff and teachers.

TPR's Teaching Method:

TPR has adopted a specific and proven effective teaching method called Total Physical Response – TPR for short. It was developed in the United States as a primary language teaching method. The school also focuses on ‘Situational English’ and provides training to students of a wide range of ages, from kindergarten kids to adults.

Here are the highlights of the contract for English teachers:

1. One year contracts
Location: Zhuhai / Zhongshan / Dongguan / Chaozhou
2. There are 21 teaching hours per week:
Monthly salaries range from RMB9, 000 to RMB12, 000
3. RMB150 per teaching hour for overtime teaching if the teacher wants.
4. Airfare allowance: RMB5, 000 at the end of a contract every single year.
5. Performance bonus: RMB2, 000 at the end of a contract every single year.
6. Salary increment for renewal of contract.
7. Every year 30 days paid holidays.
8. Medical insurance for accident and serious illness with limited coverage.
9. Free internet access at TPR.
10. Free outings every term. (Hot springs, rafting, cultural sites, water parks, etc.)
11. Free teacher training. (Salary will not be deducted during this period.)
12. Free Mandarin Chinese classes.
13. Rent-free apartments (for selected branches/cities only.)
14. Residence Permit (Work Visa) and Work Permit (Foreign Expert Certificate) will be provided for native English speakers.
15. No office hours.

Points about Zhuhai:

 Standard of living in Zhuhai is comparatively much cheaper than those in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen or Guangzhou.
 Zhuhai is a Special Economic Zone and a key city in the PRD region.
 Zhuhai boarders Macau and is just 55 minutes by ferry from Hong Kong airport.
 Zhuhai has been awarded ‘The Best Model of International Residential Environment Improvement’ by the United Nations and ‘Excellent Tourism City’ by the National Tourism Administration.

Points about Chaozhou:

Since Chaozhou has practically no heavy industries, the air and water is very clean unlike those in the PRD. Youngsters enjoy hiking and camping in the nearby mountains. Many like to jog along Hanjiang River which runs across the city. Chaozhou is close to Xiamen and Shantou, both being Special Economic Zones. With its slow pace of life, long history, handicrafts, embroidery, tea culture, festivals, ancient bridges and temples, reputation for its seafood and vegetarian dishes, Chaozhou is where foreigners would love to be immersed in Chinese culture. Chaozhou is a very safe city with a low cost of living.

Candidate requirements:

1. Native English speakers from Australia, Britain, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand South Africa and the USA.
2. Minimum qualification: A Bachelor's degree + two years’ teaching experience (or a TEFL / TESOL / TESL / CELTA certificate.)
3. Should be dynamic, have enthusiasm to teach English to different age groups and be open to experiencing a new culture.

How to apply:

To apply for a position, please email the following to Nora

1. Your updated CV/resume
2. Your recent photo
3. Scanned copy of the info page of your passport
4. Scanned copy of your university degree
5. A reference letter from your last employer
6. Your phone number and a range of time that we can call you for a short phone interview. Please mention the name of the country and city where you will be available for the 20-minute phone interview. Navid, our Vice-Director, will call you from his office phone