The primary reason most ESL teachers approach a career in China - or overseas in general - is travel, and the broadening of one’s horizons. However, that’s not to say that there aren’t other opportunities to improve one’s quality of life in other ways. Financially, a career in ESL can also be very rewarding. While [...]
Returning to China from our winter holidays, it felt like coming back to a completely different world. It was early February 2020, and I was coming back to the city of Chengdu after spending Christmas and the New Year with family and friends in the UK and USA. By then, COVID-19 had hit China hard, [...]
Starting a new job is exciting! Especially in a new country. New place, new people, new salary. But moving abroad requires you to spend a little money. How much can you plan to spend and make as an English teacher in China? Let’s address some of [...]
