FEBRUARY 2024

Teach English in China

TravelBud is proud to announce a new partnership with the China International Personnel Training Center (CIPTC), a government owned company recruiting foreign teachers for the Education Bureau in bustling and beautiful Shenzhen, China.

TravelBud is looking for ten dynamic and passionate teachers to join the public schools for a year contract starting 15 January 2024.

Cultural Cooking classes
Meet Buddhist monks
Make lasting friendships during your in-class TESOL

Here’s a sneak peak of what to expect:

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Shenzhen is a modern metropolis in southeastern China. With everything from astounding skyscrapers, a bustling shopping district, a number of amusement parks and incredible local foods! The perfect place to embrace local culture, while enjoying all the modern comforts!

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We have ten spots available for the 15 January 2024 term start date.

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Salaries (including housing allowance) range from $1800 USD to $2300 USD. This gives you a great opportunity to save during your time abroad!
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One month free housing upon arrival in a fully furnished, studio apartment.

Thereafter, a full month of paid winter vacation (the perfect time to travel around China or to nearby countries such as South Korea, Honk Kong, Japan and South East Asia), as well as all national holidays paid vacation.

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$800 USD performance bonus (paid in two halves)
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A flight reimbursement of ±$1300 USD (paid in two halves)
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Full coverage for accidental insurance and full national social insurance.

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Most positions in China at Training centers require long hours outside of normal working hours. But these public school placements run from Monday through Friday, with only 18 classes per week. Your school hours are 8:30AM- 12PM followed by a 2 hour lunch break (breakfast and lunch included at school), and again from 2PM- 5:30PM.

This will give you ample time to plan lessons and never take work home with you, as well as the opportunity to explore on the weekends and enjoy expat life in the evenings!

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Upon arrival, our team will ensure that you feel culturally and academically prepared for your new role. We offer 5 days of intensive training to help you with classroom management, lesson planning, as well as other cultural aspects to help you navigate your new life abroad.
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You will be assigned a mentor who will be your go-to person for all things big and small!
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Contracts are 1 year long, with the option to extend your contract.
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Full assistance with the required paperwork and visa process for a smooth entry to China.

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The cost?

$550 USD $400 program fee once you have been offered an interview. If you do not pass the interview, the fee will be refunded.

What’s not to love?! If you meet the following requirements, please submit your information below and we’ll send you more information on this exciting new program.

Eligibility Requirements

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A passport from the USA, Canada, UK, South Africa or Australia

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A Bachelor’s Degree in any field
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A completed TESOL/ TEFL certificate (in hand) or 2 years of teaching experience.
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A clean criminal record
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A clean bill of health
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Between the ages of 21-55

Fill out the form below we’ll get back to you with you more information. First enrollments start 15 January 2024.

Cultural Cooking classes
Meet Buddhist monks
Make lasting friendships during your in-class TESOL

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Pre-departure support

We assist you with all questions, planning, packing, visas, costs, documentation, budgets and booking flights. We’ll guide you through it.

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24/7 in-country support

If you need any assistance or advice, or in the event of an emergency, we’ll be on hand! Our in-country partners are available and on-hand.

guaranteed job placement

We guarantee your job placement in carefully selected and background-checked schools. We handle all the hassle and stress of finding a job.

CULTURAL IMMERSION

A full Cultural immersive orientation course that will help you network with fellow teachers and settle you into your new life abroad.