Requirements
There are very few requirements you must meet to begin teaching in China. Part of our mission is to make certain that anyone who truly wants to be part of the Chinese culture is able to come over and experience it firsthand. Therefore, we have many programs available for all levels of experience!
The most important thing is that each individual that applies must have a genuine passion for and interest in teaching. You don’t need to know a lot about the Chinese culture – that’s what you’re here to learn! All you need is a strong desire to learn and a thirst for knowledge.
If you just want to be a summer camp counselor, you must be between the ages of 18 and 65, and you must have:
- Standard English as your first language to a native level
- Leadership, interpersonal, social, and public speaking skills.
- A clean bill of health
If you want to be a teacher, you must be between the ages of 18 and 65, and have:
- A Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree by the time of your departure for China
- Standard English as your first language to a native level
- Leadership, interpersonal, social, and public speaking skills.
- A clean bill of health
There are some long-term positions that do not require a college degree, such as such as kindergarten teachers or English tutors. Check out which options are open to someone with your qualifications, and start learning about how easy it is to become part of an exciting exchange with Chinese Culture Center.
