Major FAQ – China

Paid English Teaching

How long has IFRE bee working in China ? Whom do you work with? Where are you located?

Our paid English teaching program in China has been ongoing, year round since 2004. IFRE works with many public and private schools, colleges, and universities which are located in different provinces of China . We have set up an office in Hangzhou , which is about 2 hour flight from Beijing .

IFRE's in-country coordinator is responsible for finding out about appropriate teaching projects as per the qualifications and skills of the applicant. IFRE's local coordinator has been keeping in close contact with various Chinese schools and institutions across the country, and places you directly into these positions. Before joining the teaching program, you will be required to sign a contract with the host school and will have to abide by the terms and conditions stipulated on your contract.

When should I apply? What happens once I submit my documents and application? How long does it take to process my application?

Teachers are suggested to apply at least 3 months in advance but if you want to expedite your application within less than three months time, please contact our office for more information. Once we receive your application, we carefully review and forward it to our China in-c ountry coordinator to finalize a placement . He will find a teaching placement for you that best matches your qualifications. He sends placement details to us in as little as 2 weeks. Once we receive your acceptance letter and placement information from China , this information will be sent to you immediately .

School holidays in China

Chinese schools, colleges, and universities will be closed for the following holidays so please consider this when you apply for the program:

School Holidays:

• The first week of October
• Four to six weeks in January/February for Chinese New Year (all schools open by the 16th of February)
• First week of May
• July-1 st to August 30 th (summer break)

What documents do I need to submit with my application?

In addition to a complete Institute for Field Research Expeditions application ( http://www.ifrevolunteers.org/apply-now.php ), teachers are required to submit:

• A resume
• A copy of your passport
• A copy of diploma/certificate/degree (high quality scan or fax)
• A letter of reference