Chikko Posted December 9, 2017 at 06:45 PM Report Share Posted December 9, 2017 at 06:45 PM i recently graduated my B.Ed and also a holder of TESOL certificate,I am African nationality ,what are my chances of getting teaching English job in China.I am so looking forward to start my career as a teacher ,i have no experience of teaching before, I always hear that they need only white people from USA,UK Canada,Newzealand and australia.Are there any africans here to help me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gwr71 Posted December 9, 2017 at 10:36 PM Report Share Posted December 9, 2017 at 10:36 PM Dear Chikko, You should know by now that China has investments in Africa. There is a growing Chinese community all over Africa. I would like you to check your country for any big company there and make some contacts. Also don't feel inferior because you are non-white. You are just as good as any other person with your qualifications. The question now remains as to your level of Mandarin. Also you should be aware that TESOL has global affiliates like You should also check your contacts at TESOL for any positions in China. Don't be afraid of writing to the Universities in China. Again what is your level of Mandarin? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChTTay Posted December 9, 2017 at 11:36 PM Report Share Posted December 9, 2017 at 11:36 PM Actually, the visa requirements for teaching English in China mean you need to be from a native speaking country. This is regardless of race. The requirement is really just about your passport. You could find work in China teaching English but it’s very likely you’d not be working on the right visa (a work visa). It’s likely it wouldn’t feel like a very stable kind of work situation. I dont really know what gwr71 is talking about. It doesn’t matter about contacts etc if you want to legally work in China. Also, your mandarin skills aren’t really a factor when it comes to teaching English. Anyone that hires English teachers speaks English to some degree and when you’re teaching it they absolutely don’t want you to speak Chinese. 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gwr71 Posted December 10, 2017 at 01:24 AM Report Share Posted December 10, 2017 at 01:24 AM i stand corrected. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lu Posted December 11, 2017 at 08:20 AM Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 at 08:20 AM On 10/12/2017 at 12:36 AM, ChTTay said: Actually, the visa requirements for teaching English in China mean you need to be from a native speaking country. This is regardless of race. The requirement is really just about your passport. That said, I suspect that even if you're American born and bred, through and through, with the most standard American accent on the market and a certificate to teach English, you'll still have a harder time finding an actual job than if you were white. It's not impossible, but it can be more difficult. @Chikko, I think some African countries count as native English speaking. Are you from one of these countries? That should make things easier. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChTTay Posted December 11, 2017 at 04:40 PM Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 at 04:40 PM In Africa, only South Africa currently counts as a native speaking country. Yes, race can influence recruitment and makes it harder. You’re right. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roddy Posted December 11, 2017 at 04:43 PM Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 at 04:43 PM China also looks for post-degree work experience, which would count against you by the sound of things. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gwr71 Posted December 11, 2017 at 07:38 PM Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 at 07:38 PM don't give up. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gwr71 Posted December 11, 2017 at 08:11 PM Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 at 08:11 PM Countries with English as an Official Language and the Language of Instruction in Higher Education Anguilla Ireland, Northern Singapore Antigua and Barbuda Ireland, Republic of Solomon Islands Australia Jamaica South Africa Bahamas Kenya Swaziland Barbados Lesotho Tanzania Belize Liberia Tonga Bermuda Malawi Trinidad and Tobago Botswana Malta Turks and Caicos Islands British Virgin Islands Mauritius Uganda Cameroon Montserrat United Kingdom Canada (except Quebec) Namibia Vanuatu Cayman Islands New Zealand Wales Dominica Nigeria Zambia England Papua New Guinea Zimbabwe Fiji St. Kitts and Nevis Gambia St. Lucia Ghana St. Vincent and the Grenadines Gibraltar Scotland Grenada Seychelles Guyana Sierra Leone Please be guided as South Africa is not the only nation in Africa to have English as it's official language. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChTTay Posted December 11, 2017 at 08:13 PM Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 at 08:13 PM I am not saying generally! I’m saying in China, for their visa requirements, only SA in Africa is classed as “native speaking” country. The rest are: Ireland, New Zealand, Australia, UK, USA, Canada. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gwr71 Posted December 11, 2017 at 08:14 PM Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 at 08:14 PM Dear Chikko, If you are from one of these nations in Africa then you qualify. They classify according to race. These nations you listed are predominantly white nations except for South Africa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gwr71 Posted December 11, 2017 at 08:17 PM Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 at 08:17 PM Therefore your assumption that China only wants Whites to teach English has some merits. It may be historic as to show how far China has come from being dominated by Whites prior to the PRC. But don't give up. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChTTay Posted December 11, 2017 at 08:17 PM Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 at 08:17 PM Here’s a nice summary: https://www.opportunity-china.com/blog/requirements-for-the-z-visa-foreign-expert-permit-to-teach-in-china/ Point number one on their list: A passport from a native English speaking country: UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gwr71 Posted December 11, 2017 at 08:20 PM Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 at 08:20 PM ChTTay, I don't doubt you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelley Posted December 11, 2017 at 08:22 PM Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 at 08:22 PM Where did that list come from? Its a good idea to list sources. It lists England and then also the United Kingdom I would like to know what the list compiler based it on. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gwr71 Posted December 11, 2017 at 08:31 PM Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 at 08:31 PM It has both the individual members of the Uk and the Uk as a whole. Found it on the web. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gwr71 Posted December 11, 2017 at 08:43 PM Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 at 08:43 PM got this from Chinese embassy in Nigeria: "Employment/ work Visa (Z Visa)1. Visa issuance notice letter/form from the Chinese governmental organization authorized by the Chinese Foreign Ministry. 2. The original and one photocopy of Employment License for Aliens issued by the Chinese Ministry of Labor and Social Security, or Foreign Expert's Identity Certificate issued by the Chinese State Bureau of Foreign Experts (the original will be checked and returned to the applicant).3. Physical Examination Record for Foreigners, if the applicant intends to stay in China for more than 12 months. The record should be done by a local hospital, notarized by a notary public, authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Nigeria and authenticated by the Chinese Embassy or Consulate. For detailed information, please read Instructions on Authentication.4. For staff of the representative office in China, a original Certificate of Registration of the office, a Certificate of Approval for Foreign Company, Registration of Taxation, and proof of office renting; 5. Original introduction letter from applicant's company in Nigeria; 6. Original application letter from the consultancy in China; 7. Proof of applicant's financial standing-----Correct company bank statement (latest 3-6 months) with the bank chop & signature;8. Original Physical Examination Record for Foreigner, which should be checked up by this office appointed hospital; Reminder: Z-Visa is generally valid for 3 months. Applicant should apply for a residence permit from a local Public Security Bureau within 30 days after entering China." This info is from 2012. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gwr71 Posted December 11, 2017 at 08:46 PM Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 at 08:46 PM This info is from 2012. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gwr71 Posted December 11, 2017 at 08:55 PM Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 at 08:55 PM Dear Chikko, Please check to see if your home country has an Embassy for the PRC and then contact them. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roddy Posted December 12, 2017 at 12:28 AM Report Share Posted December 12, 2017 at 12:28 AM Keep going. If you make 8,105 posts you'll achieve helpfulness. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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