Teach English in Beijing!

  China

• Beijing: 
Beijing

Durations of Program: 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 9-12 weeks
Dates: multiple dates year round

Description: There are many teaching opportunities in Beijing, a magnificent city developing fast. At middle schools or a local university you will be primarily teaching speaking and listening skills. There may also be a chance to get involved with 'English Corners' away from class, teaching with more visual aids. And, having completed i-to-i's TEFL training beforehand, you'll be well prepared for the experience.

With a thriving business sector and a growing tourism industry, China's demand for TEFL teachers has never been higher. Jobs are most commonly found in the larger cities and this is where you will find the highest wages. By using the free job placement service for China included in the 100-hour TEFL course in Beijing, you will have no problem finding a great teaching job.

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Highlights: Our most comprehensive TEFL course not only gives you in-depth theory and practical training, but also specialist courses for every teaching situation. Increasing the number of hours of study will also give you more confidence, make your CV more attractive and maximize your earning potential.

- Internationally Accredited Certificate
- 20 hour Weekend TEFL Course
- 20 hour Specialist Certificate in Grammar
- 40 hour Online Course
- Video & audio tutorials
- Personal 1 to 1 tutor support
- Lifetime Access to Teaching Helpdesk
- 20 hours in 4 Specialist Certificates

Qualifications: If you are an enthusiastic, self-starter with a willingness to work, this placement is for you!

Cost in US$: $2595 for 6 weeks; $85 each additional week

Before you depart we offer: detailed information on your project and country, fundraising advice and support, visa instructions and forms, vaccination recommendations, CD-ROM packed with advice on health, safety, culture shock English teacher training course (TEFL), contact details to pass along to your family.

When you arrive we provide: pick-up from the airport on the designated arrival date, welcome orientation, survival language lessons, regularly-inspected accommodation, well-researched quality placement, support of in-country i-to-i team.

You will always have: access to our emergency support team 24/7, assistance of the global i-to-i staff, guidance and advice from experienced i-to-i travelers.

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: If you are interested in immersing yourself in another culture while giving your time to a worthy cause, then you are a typical i-to-i volunteer. We invite you to join the i-to-i community of dedicated volunteers aged 18-80 who are working on community development, building, teaching, and conservation projects across the globe. Together, we make a lasting impact that changes lives and helps preserve the planet through hundreds of worthwhile projects around the world.

Age Range: 18-80

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian and European Participants.

Participants Travel to China Independently Or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently Or in Groups of varies; you work alongside staff & volunteers

Application Process Involves:

• Phone Interview

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network

i-to-i Meaningful Travel's Mission Statement: Founded in 1994, i-to-i is an award-winning organization providing unique opportunities for you to travel, work and live abroad. Thousands of travelers aged 18 to 80 have joined our volunteer vacations and over 15,000 have learned to Teach English as a Foreign Language through our tailor-made TEFL courses. With over 300 projects on 4 continents, you can join the worldwide i-to-i volunteer community on an extended adventure in areas such as teaching, community development, sports coaching, conservation, building or internships in tourism, marketing, journalism, or health.

Year Founded: 1994