Why China is the Top Destination for English Teaching
China has the greatest demand for English teachers by far. There are currently over 400 million people learning English in China. That is almost 10 times the population of South Africa. There are also around 200 000 English teachers in China. The demand for English teachers is still growing every year.
In comparison to European and Mideast countries, it is much easier to find an English teaching job in China. Chinese schools are very much willing to accept teachers with no previous teaching experiences, whereas many other countries require actual classroom experiences.
Although the salary offered in China is not the highest on paper. However, if you take into account the low cost of living in China, you will find China offers one of the most comfortable lifestyles for English teachers. You will also save the most amount of money in China. Depending on one's lifestyle, English teachers on average can save between 20% to 50% of their salary.
China also offers the best career advancement for English teachers. As your teaching experience grows, you will unlock new job opportunities and higher salaries.
You can also make an excellent amount of money from private tutoring in China. The demand for private English tutoring in China is also the highest in the world.
China is one of the most technologically advanced countries in the world. There is low-cost high-speed internet, a comprehensive public transport system, cashless transactions and unlimited choices of lifestyles.
China has the most welcoming atmosphere for foreigners from other countries. An English teacher is considered a guest in China. In Chinese culture, guests are always welcomed, respected and well treated.