Teach English in China (archived listing, updated for 2026)
2026 update: this post was originally published in 2019 and contains an old vacancy example. The Jiaxing position, salary range, benefits, and requirements below may no longer be available or accurate. Please treat this as a reference for what to ask a recruiter, and verify everything in writing before you apply, pay anything, or travel.
In 2019, a recruiter promoted teaching roles in China for native English speakers, and sometimes for non-native speakers who met the basic requirements. The advertised salary range at the time was 17,000 to 23,000 RMB/month. In 2026, salaries and packages vary a lot by city, school type, workload, and visa eligibility. Always confirm the full offer in a signed contract.
What usually matters in 2026 (verify with the employer and your local Chinese consulate)
Legal work: you normally need a Z visa (work visa) plus a work permit. Teaching on a tourist or business visa is not legal.
Common documents: bachelor degree, TEFL/TESOL (often 120+ hours), clean criminal background check, medical/health checks, and authenticated documents. Exact rules can change by province and employer.
Sector note: the private tutoring market changed a lot after 2021 regulations. Some training centers closed or restructured. Always confirm the school’s license, your real employer entity, and that the job is compliant where you will work.
Basic requirements (as written in the 2019 ad)
Bachelor degree + TEFL/TESOL/CELTA or 2 years of experience.
Age range mentioned: 21 to 40 (this can vary and should be confirmed case by case).
How to apply (general information)
There are teaching positions in many cities in China. Below is the vacancy example that appeared in this post when it was first published.
Vacancy example (2019): English teacher in Jiaxing, Zhejiang, China
Working city: Jiaxing, Zhejiang province (within about an hour by high-speed train from Shanghai, depending on stations and schedules).
Working hours (2019 claim): no more than 22 hours of class time (no office hours).
Requirements (as written in the 2019 ad)
Medical record / good health condition
The teacher should love kids.
Candidate should be qualified for a work visa application (Z visa).
Native speaker with Bachelor degree, or non-native graduated from an English speaking country (rules can vary).
At least 2 years of teaching experience, or hold TEFL/TESOL/CELTA certificates.
Salary and other details (2019 claims, not guaranteed today)
Professional teaching and course curriculum training.
Salary: 17,000 to 23,000 RMB per month
Free private apartment provided.
Visa type: Z visa (work visa).
Paid holidays + 20 days winter vacation or more.
Insurance: accident insurance.
Free airport pickup.
Free working meals.
Teaching assistant provided.
Job responsibilities (2019 ad wording)
Giving English lessons to students with good quality.
Preparing lessons according to specific requirements.
Communicating with students’ parents when necessary.
Participating in school marketing events, activities, demos and level assessment.
Attending school meetings and staff training when needed.
Assisting with other issues required by the school manager.
Contact (public details previously shared by the recruiter)
Email: europeanchina AT gmail DOT com
Website (may be inactive): europeanchina.tilda.ws
Social: Facebook page “YaLiShanDa10” and Instagram “start_china”
If you do not get a reply or you receive vague answers about the legal employer and Z visa, treat the opportunity as inactive or unreliable.
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