Teaching English in China: My Experience Working at EF China in Chongqing

[@siziwemk3750]

You’re so positive, I really love your energy and view of things

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Aw thank you, that means so much to me :)

[@drnol461]

Thank you SO much for such a detailed video. I have an interview with EF in a couple of days, and even after a few years, I imagine that this is what I can expect and it makes me feel much more at ease. 😀

[@SheRunTheWorld]

You’re welcome! Good luck, it’s such an amazing experience :)

[@affdaniels2134]

Thank you sweetheart. Your heart is golden to have had time for people like this. God bless you more!

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Thank you so much! It was a blast!

[@traneisewilson8247]

Update I got the job! I’ll be leaving April 9th thanks so much!

[@SheRunTheWorld]

YAY! I knew you would!! Seriously so happy for you :) what city are you going to be located in?

[@traneisewilson8247]

@@SheRunTheWorld thanks so so so much! I can’t stop crying😭 Beijing!

[@traneisewilson8247]

Could you also drop the link for the group? For others living/ moving to China

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@traneisewilson8247 facebook.com/groups/753274331880376/?ref=share

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@traneisewilson8247 Yay Beijing will be so awesome!! Can’t wait for this experience for you, you’re gonna love it!!

[@lesyeuxdesuz]

Just accepted the job offer with EF! This video was super helpful thanks!!!

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@lesyeuxdesuz you’re welcome! Enjoy your experience, I absolutely loved my year living in China :)

[@SloanisSunny]

Oh just got my offer and have a little over a week to accept. I honestly want to do it so bad, I’m just trying to get over a bit of trepidation and fear from the unknown. This video was super helpful, thank you!

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Yay how exciting! Honestly that’s the scariest part. But I do hope you accept and take the leap- it’s such an amazing experience you won’t regret. It seriously changed my life! Glad I could help :)

[@sananaz3878]

hey did you do it? how was your experience ??? :)

[@preciousmedupe4564]

Hey may I ask, when i comes to medical testing which test do they conduct as i want to do those tests before i leave

[@mhandle6025]

Really informative. Thanks a million.

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Michael Hourican Not a problem, glad I could help!

[@dreamypablo]

Thanks for the huge amount of detail... its amazing to hear from someone who has actually done it...keep the content coming... thanks

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Aw you’re welcome! So glad I could help, I definitely will :)

[@Yus-b9e]

Your input on this topic has been phenomenal. THank you.

[@SheRunTheWorld]

You’re welcome! Glad you found it helpful

[@Yus-b9e]

I usually don't get anxiety from travel but potentially flying all the way to China did have me worried so you sharing your experience has helped me.:) @@SheRunTheWorld

[@jonblaha1898]

If you want to work long hours for lower than average pay, work at EF. Keep in mind that when EF teachers are working like slaves during winter and summer courses, other teachers are on holiday. If you want to experience living in China, earn a decent living and enjoy long holidays, work in a public school.

[@SheRunTheWorld]

I actually worked at EF and loved my time there and got plenty of other holidays at different times of the year!! But definitely if you could get a job at public or international school you’ll make more money & have longer holidays :) I feel like EF is a good place to start, and then move on to a public school

[@rosepowell6965]

Thank you for this video! Last week I was offered a position in Shenzhen starting in July and it will be my first teaching job overseas!

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Yay I’m so excited for you, glad I could help! I’ve heard such great things about living in shenzhen- really modern and is a great transition city for westerners! Congrats :)

[@rosepowell6965]

@@SheRunTheWorld Thank you!

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@rosepowell6965 no problem!

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@Monica Sabarre yay how exciting! Hopefully you can meet up! You’re very welcome, I’m so glad you found it helpful! Good luck on this next journey, I hope you love it as much as I did :)

[@rosepowell6965]

@Monica Sabarre That's so awesome! Maybe I'll see you in a new teacher activity session soon! My Instagram is rjpowell7 if you'd like to connect, I would love to make some friends before leaving!

[@oceanman47]

Thank you for making this video! I have an interview with them this coming Wednesday.

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Yay! So excited for you :) you’ll do great!

[@oceanman47]

@@SheRunTheWorld Spoiler alert! They didn't offer me a job. :( I asked why and they gave me a generic response: "Due to company policy, we are unable to provide individual feedback to candidates. Although we cannot offer you a suitable position at this time, you can still reapply after 6 months and we will be happy to review your application then. Apologies for any inconvenience and best of luck with your future endeavours." *shrugs*

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@oceanman47 oh no I’m so sorry :( I honestly wonder why that is! I wonder if it’s because they’re nowhere near being able to bring people into China right now?? My sister was hired august 2020 and still has no date of when she’ll be able to go, even tho she finished all her visa paperwork

[@Os51paises]

Thank you for this video. it´s super helpful. I just got my offer for Xian EF center in China.

[@SheRunTheWorld]

You’re welcome, I’m glad I could help! Wow, Xi’an that’s so exciting!! You’ll love it :)

[@nickyheat5883]

Hi there... My interview with EF Xi’an is next week any interview tips you could share please? Not sure what to expect, how long does the process take

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@nickyheat5883 id say have a few situational answers ready. They like to ask situational questions like “name a time you dealt with conflict” or “how would you deal with a student who won’t listen”- so have a few general answers ready that could apply to multiple situational questions! Both my sister (2020) and I (2018) received contract offers a couple days after our interviews. But with COVID I do know that it’s taking longer to process visas so I’m not sure of the timeline from interview to actual arrival would be

[@sadiahsweet6596]

Hi I just want to ask did you start working there?

[@breaddboy]

How you did you find living in chongqing? I traveled china extensivly a few months back and would like to try moving there. Torn between chongqing, chengdu, luoyang or qingdao. But chongqings city was beautiful. But i have no clue about it long term

[@SheRunTheWorld]

I absolutely loved living there and would highly recommend it for long term!

[@XY-rh3if]

Hi! What's the mame of the company you worked for, just so people know to avoid it if they're not willing to find out that other companies are paying double elsewhere?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

It’s in the title: EF!

[@tsholomolefe4613]

I got the offer but due to unfortunate circumstances I will have to decline... so sad about it. I really love your video... it provided the confidence to apply 💕.

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Oh no, I’m so sorry :( maybe in the future you can re-open your application! Aw I’m so glad it was helpful! Thanks so much for watching :) wish you the best on whatever your next journey is!

[@antoniobuys359]

I currently work for EF as a Freelancer, so I teach online from home. Really interested in potentially teaching in China and I love the company itself. But since my main point for working there would be to safe as much money as I can I'm wondering if they're the best choice

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Oh nice! Honestly I’m not sure. I’ve heard that in July 2021 China passed a new law regarding ESL companies making it really difficult (slowly progressing towards impossible) for foreigners to come in and teach. So if you want to- do it ASAP!

[@traneisewilson8247]

I have an interview Sunday night and I’m very nervous. I hope that they can see how passionate and sincere I am about wanting to work for this amazing company. Fingers crossed 🤞🏽 🤍

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Honestly I’m sure you’ll do great! Just allow them to see how passionate and sincere you are, I’m sure they’ll notice and love to have you as part of the EF team!!

[@traneisewilson8247]

@@SheRunTheWorld you’re literally the best 😭thanks so much girl

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@traneisewilson8247 Anytime, glad I could help! :)

[@omgitsnishaaa]

Do they help you with finding an affordable accommodation? I know they put u in a hotel but it’s only for 2 weeks.

[@omgitsnishaaa]

Ok, you briefly touched on this

[@omgitsnishaaa]

What is the rent price like

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@omgitsnishaaa yeah I talked about how they help you find accommodation. Not sure what the prices are like now- I lived there in 2018-19 and my 2 bedroom was the equivalent of roughly $350 USD

[@omgitsnishaaa]

@@SheRunTheWorld ah that’s not bad. Thank you chic x

[@avakomasz2095]

This video was super helpful! Quick question: were you able to save money while you were there? they’re offering 15000rmb for a tier 1 city and I’m worried I’m going to be living paycheck to paycheck.

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Yeah I saved so much money while I was there but I lived in a tier 2 city which is what I would recommend! The salaries are the same no matter which city you pick. So a tier 2 city allows you to save money while still having big city amenities. I’ve heard in tier 1 cities you will be living paycheck to paycheck

[@avakomasz2095]

@@SheRunTheWorld thank you so much!

[@zetlander8265]

Hi My contract did not specify one location. It states multiple dependent on staffing needs.

[@SheRunTheWorld]

That’s very interesting. Mine specifically said Chongqing

[@zetlander8265]

@SheRunTheWorld is it because I'm starting later in year? I.e. 5 months away

[@Iisdabest889]

Very good video. I currently work for EF in a very VERY small city so my experience is a bit different IE I am literally the only foreign teacher across both campuses here so I only ever interact with locals, but I'm very curious to know the experience of other foreign teachers since I've never met one. However, like you said the staff are very helpful and the work atmosphere is super easy going. Outside of weekends it's a pretty easy job and you never have to worry about finances or having a roof over your head. Plus the company managed to get me into China during the peak of the zero-covid policy... no easy feat! Personally, my reason for moving was to improve my Chinese and sit HSK5, and my boss and colleagues are more than willing to help me with my practice even DURING office hours, so I guess it wholly depends on what you want to get out of moving to China.

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Thanks so much! Yeah that’s the hard part, each EF experience is completely different because it’s based on the center you’re at. But if your goal was to improve your Chinese for HSK5, yours is probably the ideal situation! Glad you’re enjoying your time in China & at EF :)

[@iambloopy]

Hi I know it’s sensitive but I wanted to ask you how much they’re offering you. I just want to plan everything out to my best ability Thank you 🙏🏿

[@Iisdabest889]

@@iambloopy Okay so I actually work for a different company that partners with EF, so while I work at the EF campus it's the recruitment company that's responsible for me IE pay, etc. I get about 15,000RMB a month, a free 2-bedroom apartment and they paid for my flight ticket over here. Other schools will pay a LOT more (like up to 30,000RMB) and others less, some may cover your rent others might not, all depending on your level of experience, qualifications and location.

[@Perfectlykiki]

@@Iisdabest889 Hi . Will you list some of the schools or companies please?

[@directajith]

Which agency you recommend to find a teaching job in china? . I am a science teacher

[@SheRunTheWorld]

I’m not sure! EF is great for first time teachers and they help you get set up which is really nice

[@owl1605]

Do you get to pick which city the centre is in?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

I personally didn’t, but some of my friends pushed back with their recruiter until they got a city they wanted. And within the city itself there are dozens of centers so you don’t get to pick which part of the city you’re in either

[@owl1605]

@@SheRunTheWorld I see thank you, I don't mind which centre I end up in but I wanna end up in the same city as my partner.

[@joymoshe784]

How does the cash flex program work?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

I’m not sure what that is! If you’re referring to the loan they give you when you first arrive to get set up, it was a max of 10,000 RMB when I was there and they evenly subtracted it out of the next 3 paychecks so it wasn’t a huge burden on the next check!! Very nice for getting set up :)

[@medalithmas9424]

Hello, it is nice to hear about your experience. I am not sure if I should apply to this place , I am not sure because it is completely, but they are not asking experience for teaching English, and I am new in that and the majority of schools in my country asks experience in order to consider you as a good candidate. What do you recommend me? Thanks

[@SheRunTheWorld]

It’s a great beginner job for people with little to no teaching experience!!

[@johnbulda]

Did they not make anyone make a 3 minute teaching video after their video interview? I just had an interview with them and then have 24 hours to submit a teaching video before they will offer a contract.

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Interesting! I didn’t have to do that. But I taught there so long ago so I’m sure processes changed. I was recruited in 2017 and started teaching in Chongqing in 2018

[@Freedyxx]

These “other companies” that offer double, is it the same process? Is there a specific company i should be looking at instead?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

I’m honestly not sure. Most of my friends who ended up working for an international school or hirer paying company did EF for the first year and then switched once they familiarized themselves with other companies and schools nearby!

[@josephdezarn139]

Do they have any opportunities for learning Mandarin or taking Mandarin classes?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Yeah they offer you an initial few classes for free! And then you can pay if you want to continue

[@詩人與繆斯]

Great video!❤ My wife is English teacher too , she’s Russian speaker but her English is excellent , she graduated from Education Department of English, had 3 years of public school experience. I’m Chinese so she moved to China and live with me recently. We were wondering is possible to get her a job like English teacher here ? Then we found EF this international company, is it possible to apply to work in USA after we’ve been work in EF for a period of time in our case?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Thanks so much!! So I actually worked for EF China and then worked for EF at their Austin, Texas office in the US after. But they are not connected as they are different branches of the parent EF company. So it’s definitely possible but not as easy as I would’ve expected! And the US EF jobs would be corporate not teaching!!

[@詩人與繆斯]

@@SheRunTheWorld thank you so much for such nice reply!! You’re very kind person!😊 So far we’re trying to find a job for her to work in USA , since you’re also a teacher , maybe you can share us some information about is it possible to find a related job in her case ? Recently we’re moving to GuangZhou , did you had enough of time to travel in China before?

[@moniquewarburton7158]

Really good I have applied and have an hour meeting on the 30th of this month 💜 xx

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Awesome! Good luck :)

[@moniquewarburton7158]

@@SheRunTheWorld how was your interview I had mine today I feel like I got the job already but awaiting an offer next week then start date is January 😱😱😱

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@moniquewarburton7158 yay so exciting! I felt that way after mine too- it was honestly a fast hiring process for me. Hope it’s the same for you☺️

[@moniquewarburton7158]

@@SheRunTheWorld thank you Yh they said January start due to awaiting my graduation and getting my certificate honestly I’m so excited as it gives me time to save xx

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@moniquewarburton7158 yeah that’s so perfect! I’m excited for you. Did they officially give you a placement city?

[@kt_jpg]

What were the other companies that paid better? Are there any centers/cities that you would reccomended or have hear that are good in 2024? How was your process paying for American student loans while working in China?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

I’m not sure about the companies- I lived there 6 years ago I’m sorry! I’d pick a Tier 2 city for sure cuz you get the same salary but you get better cost of living. I absolutely loved living in Chongqing!! I have no idea how the process is in 2024. And sending money back to the states is quite hard, but if you have a local Chinese friend they can do it for you easily. That’s what I used to do!

[@kt_jpg]

@SheRunTheWorld Thank you for your response! Yes, I'm looking at cities with a lower cost of living than Shanghai such as Shenzhen for example! In my job search I've had difficulty in finding international schools to directly apply to. Maybe I'm misunderstanding, but EF is an English academy with tons of locations across China but when I see people reccomend international schools, are they talking about individual private schools or companies like BASIS China? If you don't know, thank you anyways!

[@jackmcmeechan4629]

What were the other centres called that paid double? Do you remember any of their names?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

First Leap & American Eagle in Chongqing were 2 that I knew people who worked there and they made more money than EF. Lots of other people I met said they were making more money, but can’t remember the names of those schools I’m sorry!

[@joanjoseph1515]

@sheRunTheWorld, Ive watched a lot of similar videos and id like to say this is the most informative video iv'e watched. Thank you!! You've put me a ease :) I just accepted a job offer with EF Shenzhen (leaving in June) and im a little worried that the salary (13667) will not be enough for such an expensive city since im planning on saving 5000rmb a month. Please reassure me :(

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Aww yay I’m so glad I could help you!! You’re so welcome :) That’s so exciting! I can’t exactly speak for shenzhen since I haven’t lived there, but I know it definitely is a more expensive city. I think rent is about 3500 CNY per month, so I think it’s possible to save but you’ll have to be strict with yourself!! Or get a roommate?! On your 5 month appraisal you should definitely get a pay raise though, so that’ll help. If you moved to Chongqing you’d definitely be able to since most studios are 2000 CNY. But not sure if that’s an option or if you even want to do that! Lol

[@Abbyycarpenter]

Hey!! I’ve seen that you were positioned in Shenzhen! I have been offered a position there and just making the huge decision of accepting! Do you enjoy it here ?? And what has your experience been like ?

[@sananaz3878]

hey how did your experience go???

[@cherondahaney3493]

Did you come in with you TEFL certification or get it through EF?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@cherondahaney3493 I got it through EF after I was hired!

[@quinn7943]

Did you receive a housing allowance in addition to the 13,667rmb a month?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

No, that’s the total you’ll get. But rent is really cheap so you’ll have plenty of money. I’d say on average in Chongqing a 1-bedroom is about 2,000rmb/month and a 2-bedroom is 2,500rmb/month

[@quinn7943]

@@SheRunTheWorld thank you for the really quick response! I have an interview with EF later today and am so excited. Literally 10 days ago it dawned on me this opportunity even existed. I was an english major for my bachelor’s and there is simply no opportunity like working in China right now. Those apt prices in Chongqing sound amazing. I’m wanting to work either there or Shenzhen, though I know it’d be a little more expensive for housing down there

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@quinn7943 no problem! That’s so awesome, I’m so glad you’re seizing this opportunity. You’ll have such a great time! Yeah I had a friend who taught at a public school in Shenzhen and really enjoyed living there even though the prices are a little higher. So either way I’m sure you’ll enjoy your experience!

[@callmeGrace3]

Hey! I'm moving to Shenzhen in February through EF (if the visa process works out). While prices are a bit higher, I think the salary is still enough to pay rent and get food, but if you're trying to save a lot then it's not the best city for that (I'm going for the experience so I don't mind not saving as much). Let me know if you choose Shenzhen! There's already a what's app group for those that are supposed to be going which is nice :)

[@joanjoseph1515]

@@callmeGrace3 Hey there :) I'll be working in EF Shenzhen from June, how do i join the whatsapp group

[@oliviamagaya5079]

Hello dear. Thank you for your review. Did you leave EF for another teaching job in China? If so were they able to transfer your documents/ give you a transfer letter? I'm current considering a job in a public school but I don't know if EF will give me the transfer letter.

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Hi, thanks for watching! No I left to go travel and then taught in Prague, so I’m not sure if they’ll give you the transfer letter. Sorry about that!

[@Jouba-gr1ur]

Hi sweety thank you a lot for your informations ..it was so hepfull .. Please i ve a question .i'm from morocco i graduated on 2020 , is there any chance for get job in china , actually my dream is to be teacher ☺

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Hello! Unfortunately I don’t think so- China was already pretty strict about holding a passport from an English speaking country in order to get a visa. But as of July 2021 they announced new regulations making it super difficult to come to the country and teach- no matter what country you’re from🥺🥺

[@Jouba-gr1ur]

Thank you sweety ☺

[@user-gw9yh2sq5v]

Hey, your video was very informative. I just got hired as a teacher for EF and I have been going through reviews on the company and others. Is it safe to say that after the two months probation, you are free to teach elsewhere or are there stipulations?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

No not at all. Your visa is tied to EF. So you’d have to leave China and re-do your visa in your home country if you want to switch. The only exception is if you finish your 1-year contract and decide not to re-sign, you can have your new employer extend your working visa. So I definitely wouldn’t leave because it’s expensive to go home and redo your visa!

[@finkdifferently7763]

Thanks for such an in-depth review of EF, so helpful. I need to decide tomorrow whether I accept their contract or not! I already have a year of experience in Fuzhou, so I was hoping to move on from these types of schools, but the options are a bit limited what with the pandemic and all. I'm not sure if I should just hold out and hope I find something better, or just take this to get me out there for the 15 month contract

[@SheRunTheWorld]

No problem, I’m glad you found it helpful! Yeah that’s true. Wow 15 months that’s crazy, I say just follow your gut. If you decide to go I don’t think you’d regret it & you could always work on finding something better while you’re there for once your contract is up!

[@finkdifferently7763]

@@SheRunTheWorld I have the added confusion now that my brother is getting married next summer and EF won't guarantee that I could take my leave then because of summer course. My mum isn't best pleased, so at the risk of getting on mum's bad side, I may have to turn it down just in case! Thank you for your reply, was so nice to see a very clear and detailed rundown of what to expect

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@finkdifferently7763 yeah actually that’s a good move- they don’t allow any annual break in summer since we have additional summer courses! No problem, best of luck on your search :)

[@finkdifferently7763]

@O Lew I did decide to turn it down in the end and what with the new policies coming out of China re training schools, I feel vindicated. I'm sorry to hear you struggled working there and hope you find something you deserve for your next venutre

[@Oodofficialx]

I have my interview next week and I’m curious to know , if you don’t work the full hours weekly do you still get paid the salary you signed in your contract ? Just curious to know if they still pay you full salary if anything happens such as weather or any reasons we’d not be actively teaching ? And did you ever go to South Korea?? I have the opportunity to schedule an interview with a company called acclipse and they are similar to ef except they are in South Korea .

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Hi! I’m not sure what reasons you wouldn’t be actively teaching for - I always got my full salary, regardless of how many classes I had. (Which is a little unfair cuz the better teachers teach more classes but get paid the same lol) And no. I was offered a teaching position in South Korea but it was in a smaller city and I was hoping for Busan so I turned it down and went to Vietnam instead to teach! I’ve heard amazing things about teaching in South Korea though!!

[@kquan96]

Hey! Great video - I got accepted very recently to teach English jn China through EF. Haven’t accepted the contract yet though, curious what other teaching programs are out there? I did some googling but a lot of them seem iffy or require tons of money upfront

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Yeah tbh a lot of them are iffy. That’s why even tho EF doesn’t pay as well as others, they are legit. They do the visa right. They don’t ask for any money. They’ll actually give you a loan upfront if you need it for moving costs. So you can complete one contract with them for a year and feel really settled. And then switch to an international school where you’ll make 2-3x the salary!

[@asiabryant2667]

Did you have to quarantine?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

I didn’t, because I moved there in 2018 before all this craziness. But my sister is moving there in January 2021, and yes she has to quarantine for 2 weeks. Both her flight & quarantine costs are being covered by EF

[@jessiehernandez5126]

Hi I just had a quick question! So I am not TEFL certified, but on LinkedIn they say that you can earn it while teaching In china?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Hi! So I actually was hired my EF without my TEFL cert, and as soon as I was hired they sent me a link to complete the TEFL course for free!

[@jessiehernandez5126]

@@SheRunTheWorld Amazing thank you so much. I just filled out an application and they emailed me back for an interview!

[@takigaki322]

I recently applied to work with ef and interview tomorrow. I wanted to ask how long it is from interview to you being on the flight to china?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

It depends on what you want! I did it super far in advance and asked to wait until I finished my masters program to go. But I’d say on average it’s probably a few months because you need to do everything for your Chinese work visa before you go - which is an extensive process!

[@BollocksFilmReviews]

Hi, great video. I've got an interview with EF in a couple of days. After one year of working for EF what do you do about your work visa, if you find a job with a better school/international school? Is it true that your work visa is tied to you working at EF and voids if you decide to leave EF? Would you just get your next employer to sort it? -yeah, read lots of horror stories with EF when it comes to leaving, purposely holding onto important documents and making it difficult etc. (oh and hats off to you for putting the effort into replying to commentors on this video)

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Thank you!! Yeah I believe so - just have your new employer handle it. It is true, your visa is tied to whoever you’re working for, so it can get complicated. But I know plenty of people who have left after their contracts and switched to international schools and there were no problems. The problem with EF is each individual city and even school within that city are run by different people so it makes the experience completely different!! So it really is a toss up.

[@BollocksFilmReviews]

@@SheRunTheWorldHey thanks very much for replying. I was also wondering, what happens if you get there and you feel like you don’t enjoy it? What are the penalties for voiding your contract before one year? You mentioned that you knew a person who quit after 2 months. I’m guessing they wouldn’t reimburse you for your visa and flights? Thanks!

[@ntokozonkabinde9791]

Hey have you visited the city of Urumqi before? And are their centres the same as all other centres? I have an interview on Tuesday with EF and I would like to go to that location

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Honestly I haven’t been to Urumqi so I can’t really have a comment about the city or EF centers there, I’m sorry. But good luck on your interview!

[@ThrivingNotDying]

I felt like EF under paid and over worked its teachers. But I do think its a good way to get a foot in the door and to get a feel of a country and then network with other teachers when you arrive. I magically got a 6 month contract years ago and 6 months was enough 😅.

[@SheRunTheWorld]

I do agree that they under pay compared to the other programs and schools but since they help you so much with the arrival and set up I definitely think it’s worth it like you said to get your foot in the door and then after your contract switch to another company! I never felt overworked tho I loved my year. But each center and each city is so different that’s the hard part😅😅

[@DannyVega1]

Awesome imfo. How do you find international schools or other companies that pay better? I only hear about this one or vipkidz

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Thanks! Honestly you can try looking online, but it’s hard to do it that way. The easiest way is once you’re already in China you’ll meet people and hear of schools/opportunities. So I think EF is a great way to get over to China and get set up, and then you can start looking for better opportunities once you’re there. Also, if you have a LinkedIn make sure to change your location/job to being in China cuz as soon as I did that when I moved, I got so many people emailing me job opportunities at schools around China

[@funkyYum]

Such a helpful video thankyou! Just wondering, if I wouldn’t be able to leave until September should I still apply now? Just unsure with how the whole application timeline works

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Aw good, I’m so glad it was helpful!! I definitely think you should. When I did mine, I knew I couldn’t leave until June, but was hired the October before. So it’s good to give them plenty of time to deal with visa paperwork and everything :)

[@kiananaquin9065]

Wow this was super helpful! I just had my second interview today and it went well. I told my interviewer I wouldn't mind going to Beijing, but Chongqing sounds like an easier transition. Should I email her now and ask for this city instead? Also, a my main concern I had were financial matters since I had a few responsibilities here in the U.S. to take care of such as credit cards and my car note. Would know if bills could be put on hold or will I be able to take care of my small bills from China? Thank you for your help!

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Yay I’m so glad! Yeah I would email her now and let her know before she writes up a contract offer. I will definitely say a Tier 2 city like Chongqing, Xi’An, or Kunming will be a lot more affordable and allow you to save more money! I’m not sure if you can place the bills on hold. But I had student loans to pay off, so you can easily send money back from your Chinese bank account to your US one. Either through PayPal (super easy and fast, but expensive), having a local Chinese friend send it through AliPay (very cheap & convenient), or a bank wire transfer (cheapest way, but a long process!) I had my Chinese friends sending money on AliPay for me every so often.

[@kiananaquin9065]

@@SheRunTheWorld You’re Awesome! I just finished emailing her, do you have an Instagram or any social media I could possibly continue asking you questions after I am sent an offer. There are still a few things I’d love to know✨

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@kiananaquin9065 glad I could help!! Yeah dm me on Instagram: @sheruntheworld_ I’d love to answer any other questions :)

[@Luke-ur5xk]

how’s the streets there , I heard it’s steep

[@SheRunTheWorld]

It’s a very mountainous city!

[@tomhaines5445]

How did you manage with the language barrier?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Basically lived off my translator app on my phone 😂

[@tomhaines5445]

@@SheRunTheWorld love it!

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@tomhaines5445 haha thank you! I loved living in China- even though the language barrier was tough at times

[@Ciel750]

Hi There, thank you for posting this, its very helpful and informative! I've applied to work at EF and going through the visa process right now (which is very long and quite hard lol). Just curious to know if you've heard any recent feedbacks from your previous colleagues especially from Guangzhou centers? a lot of the videos and postings related to EF are a least couple of years old and I'm not sure if anything has changed throughout the years and what should I expect now. (I'm also a bit worried cauz I will be onboarding during peak season....arriving in China mid July...lol)

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Hi! Trust me I get it - I was so confused by the visa process and took forever. Unfortunately I never knew anyone who worked in Guangzhou I’m sorry :( I arrived in peak (early Aug) and it was nice because we had a huge onboarding class, so lots of built-in friends from day 1!!

[@Ciel750]

@@SheRunTheWorld Thank you for your promt response! but have you heard any recent feedbacks though? even if they don't work in Guangzhou? just curious to know if anything changed over the years and if there's still a lot of people onboarding or there's a decrease in people that wanted to go to China to teach?

[@CagedWren]

Hey, thank you for this! I have my job offer ready to move in July 2021, I am SO nervous. This has made me feel a bit better

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Hey, that’s so awesome to hear! Don’t be nervous, they will take care of everything and you truly will have so much fun! Before you go join this Facebook group to meet others who are going: facebook.com/groups/753274331880376/?ref=share And then once you’re there, you’ll meet tons of expats who will share different WeChat groups for you to join based on your interests!

[@anacristinagonzalez3035]

Hi! I had my interview today and now I'm anxious haha. How long it took them to give you an answer?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@anacristinagonzalez3035 hey! don’t be anxious, you’ll be fine! Normally takes a couple of days for them to get back to you. I’m sure you’ll get an offer😊👍🏻

[@traneisewilson8247]

@SheRunTheWorld Have you ever heard of any cases where individuals were not give an offer? I have my interview in a day and I’m very nervous I’ve never won something so badly

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@traneisewilson8247 I actually haven’t! As long as you can speak English well you should be good. 🤷🏼‍♀️ just be confident & I’m sure you’ll do great!

[@traneisewilson8247]

Any interview tips? Min is coming up very soon and I’m extremely nervous

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Hey! Don’t be nervous! I’d say the main thing that they’re looking for is just confidence and the way you’re carrying yourself. Most people who go to EF China have never taught before, but they’re trying to see if your personality would be a good fit for a classroom. So just don’t seem too shy & timid, and you’ll do great! Typically they’ll ask you some situational questions like “can you tell me a time where you had to deal with conflict” or “how would you handle a student acting poorly in your class” etc. Even if you haven’t had any teaching experience, you can easily just describe a situation you’ve had in work, school, or life and then say “this would apply in the classroom as well because...” that way they know you’re able to handle those classroom situations! Don’t stress too much :)

[@Yambon]

Hey Miss, could u please tell me the name of the school that u were working for and the names of the schools that you know in Chongquing? Thanks a lot and so much love from New Zealand

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Hello! I worked for EF (English First) in Chongqing. The other companies I’ve heard of are American Eagle and First Leap (back in 2018-19, so I’m not sure if they’re still around in Chongqing or not)

[@Yambon]

@@SheRunTheWorld Thank u so much!! all the success in all your adventures!

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@Yambon no problem! Best of luck to you in yours as well :)

[@nothandontshalintshali4335]

Do you pay the apartment yourself?

[@nothandontshalintshali4335]

Or does the company pay for your apartment?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@nothandontshalintshali4335 you pay it on your own!

[@nothandontshalintshali4335]

@@SheRunTheWorld thank you

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@nothandontshalintshali4335 no problem!

[@travel-trade]

Thankyou for your reflection. Do you have any advice or top of mind thoughts for mature candidates - I'm 53 - who want to teach adults . Are the weekends just as intense? Thx.

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Hello! I know that they have adult-specific centers that are completely unrelated to the teens/kids. But I don’t know anyone who’s taught there or honestly any information about it I’m sorry!:( I would assume that the weekends would be just as intense because since most people work M-F, they’d want their English lessons on the weekends. But that’s just my guess!

[@nanettej9760]

What other companies would you suggest?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

I can’t really suggest any since I haven’t worked for them. In Chongqing I had other friends at First Leap and American Eagle who enjoyed it. But can’t really give you any personal recommendations!

[@lazarus8011]

Does the low salary at EF become a problem? I was just offered a Job to work for EF in Shenzen with 13,667 CNY before tax. I am worried I will only be able to scrape by financially with this kind of salary. Any info would be awesome thankyou.

[@SheRunTheWorld]

I didn’t have any problems, but Chongqing is a lot cheaper than Shenzhen. I can’t say specifically how life on an EF salary would be there, but I do think it would be pretty tight compared to a tier 2 city. It doesn’t make sense that they don’t increase the pay for more expensive cities like Beijing, Shanghai & Shenzhen

[@lazarus8011]

@@SheRunTheWorld It would be nice to have the security of an increased salary in these expensive cities. Thanks for your quick response. Love the channel!

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@lazarus8011 yeah I completely agree. I think the salaries should fluctuate based on the expenses of the city. But ya no problem! Thanks so much for watching, I appreciate it :)

[@priscillaperez7933]

@sam - I recently got my contract also and was offered the same salary!! I am also concerned bc as I do basic apartment hunting online I am finding that 1 bedrooms are not as cheap as stated on the contract docs/ budget list that EF provided.... I know you probably are just as undecided as me.. Did you decide how you were going to move forward?

[@mo-aeshasramirez-lugo8821]

What other companies do you recommend?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

I had a couple friends who worked for First Leap in Chongqing and a friend who worked for Beile in Shenzhen, and they all seemed to enjoy it. But I really can’t recommend anything because I haven’t personally worked there. If you could find a school at an international school that would be ideal! 2 of my friends just got jobs in Shanghai at an international preschool and are making almost $4,000 USD a month

[@mo-aeshasramirez-lugo8821]

@@SheRunTheWorld Okay, thanks for answering

[@mo-aeshasramirez-lugo8821]

Would you know the name of the school?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@mo-aeshasramirez-lugo8821 I don’t I’m sorry. But honestly most international schools pay that well, so if you just start applying to those in different cities around China I’m sure you’ll find a good fit with a nice salary

[@moniquewarburton7158]

Question does the school pay for your accommodation

[@SheRunTheWorld]

No, you pay for it on your own!

[@moniquewarburton7158]

@@SheRunTheWorld Thank you 😊 xxxx

[@Jill_collette]

Has anyone worked at Yingfu center?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

I’m not sure!

[@Yambon]

Thanks a lot for the info! Ive a question, what about if I am not a native English speaker but Ive been living in New Zealand for a couple of years and my English is good enough ? Cheers

[@SheRunTheWorld]

So that’ll depend on the country and company you work for! Some countries require you to be a citizen of an English speaking country to get a work permit to be an English teacher. But it’s just about finding the right place! I’m with EMG Education in HCMC, Vietnam and lots of my coworkers aren’t native speakers!

[@Yambon]

@@SheRunTheWorld Im coming from Mexico and Im looking forward to teach in Chongqing. Cheers

[@卷毛小-o1g]

Hi！We are an English training center in China, and looking for a full-time native or non-native English teacher that will work in China. Our average salary is 15,000-18,000RMB. If you want apply the job, please connect me.My wechat:Curlyhair0710 or Facebook account :David Zhang.

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@Yambon you’ll love it! Cheers!

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@卷毛小-o1g I don’t live in China anymore! Thanks though!

[@Maaqik]

Hi, was there any details prior to the interview that they inform you of? I have my interview in a few days and I read somewhere that they send details and perhaps info on a demo teaching lesson. I haven’t received this so im a little worried haha. Great video btw, I really appreciate your detailed overview!

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Hey!! Hmm interesting. I didn’t get any details or do a demo lesson in my interview (2018) and my sister didn’t either (Aug 2020). So it could just be based on the recruiter! Both me and my sister felt like our interviews were pretty casual, more just situational questions and talking about the role & living in China! Glad I could help you in any way. Good luck on your interview, I’m sure you’ll do great!!

[@kittykel5286]

How long after your interview did you then start the visa process and then took your flight to china? I’ll be graduating in April and I would love to know when I should start applying for jobs.

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Honestly you can start whenever!! I started in October 2017 with my interview, but knew I wouldn’t be graduating until June 2018 with my masters. They still hired me and just set my starting date for summer 2018 instead of ASAP. So if I were you I’d do the same! Start the process now and just tell them you need to leave after April and that won’t be a problem.

[@viel2428]

Great Information, very helpful. Any advice for the interview process, what type of questions etc. Also, I'm interested in the role, however, would this role at EF requires you to have a background or experience in teaching? Lastly, if do offer you the role, as you've said in previous comments about the strict regulations in China rn. Would you still be able to travel to China for this role or will it be virtual teaching? Thank you!

[@viel2428]

Also, what other companies were you talking about?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

So sorry! Not sure how relevant this is anymore since China passed their new law not allowing foreigners to teach English there anymore. :(

[@jy3ster]

Thank you

[@SheRunTheWorld]

You’re welcome! :)

[@BazaarBilbo]

Hey! Thank you for the great video, have you heard any bad things about an EF centre in Beijing? Looking to move out there for to be with my partner, but I’ve heard horror stories of EF 😥

[@SheRunTheWorld]

I mean honestly I’ve heard horror stories of EF and lots of other companies all around China! It’s such a tricky thing, because your experience will completely be based on the center you’re placed at. So I want you to be completely prepared for that😂 I mean even some people placed at other centers in Chongqing absolutely hated their time there, and I loved it. So it depends, and you can’t predict or plan for it which sucks. But there are so many companies out there so once you move and if you hate it, you can easily quit and go somewhere else

[@SheRunTheWorld]

It’s a great company to help you get set up- visa, bank account, phone, apartment etc. so I’d say start with them and if you hate it, leave! At least you’ll be set up :)

[@BazaarBilbo]

Thank you ☺️

[@pushcartoldman8698]

It is really depends on individuals if they come with open minds. Chinese people like harmony that is why they are mostly kind, welcoming and friendly. So if you have problems, communicate nicely and patiently. Don’t communicate the ways you used in your home country. That will definitely help to bypass/overcome the so called “horror”.

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@pushcartoldman8698 I agree! I think the Chinese people are so kind and welcoming, especially being able to be co-workers with them! It allowed for great friendships to blossom!

[@ivasurlan6412]

I just got an offer to teach in Shanghai with EF! I am a bit nervous because I have no experience with classroom teaching (only camp counselor) and I am a bit nervous I will not know how to give effective and fun lessons/not know what I am doing lol...do they throw you in the classroom on your own right away or is there a period where you get some training/assistance? Thanks!

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Dont be nervous at all! Most people who work there have 0 teaching experience- you’ll soon see it’s super easy!! You have 2 weeks of training without students (just getting familiar with the content & materials, doing mock lessons etc), and then you’ll go to the center you’ll be working at and you should observe and co-teach with teachers for at least a week or two before you start your own! You’ll totally be ready :)

[@ivasurlan6412]

@@SheRunTheWorld Thank you so much that makes me feel better! I appreciate all your help and informative videos youre a lifesaver

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@ivasurlan6412 no problem at all, so glad you found them helpful! Enjoy your time in China, you’ll LOVE IT :)

[@ivasurlan6412]

@@SheRunTheWorld sorry i have one more question! I realized the contract is one full year (not an academic year) and I was wondering do you get a summer break for the July/august months before you return to school in September? Thanks again!

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@ivasurlan6412 hey so no it doesn’t have anything to do with the school year cuz it’s a language center for after school and weekend classes! In summer and winter you’ll work lots of hours (typically 9am-8pm with breaks throughout the day) cuz they add more classes. I talk about summer & winter in the video if you wanna know more! :)

[@babytoota52]

Do you need a lot of money when you first go over there?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

No not at all! I think I just brought around $100-200 USD in cash because they will give you an option for a 10,000¥ advance so you can get your apartment! And then you’ll pay them back on your next couple paychecks.

[@babytoota52]

@@SheRunTheWorld gotcha this is very helpful. I recently signed up and I have a interview Thursday. Do you know what companies you think payed the most? Is it worth the move?

[@rach1003]

@@babytoota52 Hey, I'm in the same boat as you, recently signed up and i've got an interview tomorrow too! :)

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@babytoota52 Oh, so awesome! My sister just got hired by them & is leaving in January for Chongqing. I think First Leap & American Eagle paid more when I was there (2018-19), but I did hear stories of illegitimate visas, so they’d have to constantly leave the country. So that’s kind of the trade off. If I were you, I’d go with EF to get there legally and make connections and then after your 1 year contract get a job at an international or public school and you’ll make double the money. It’s harder to find those jobs online, but once you’re there you’ll find a lot of those opportunities! You’ll still live like a king on an EF salary I promise!😊

[@babytoota52]

@@rach1003 are you nervous?

[@katherinegarcia7008]

Thank you for the information! I was wondering, can you choose if you want to work with children or adults? Kids make me a lot more nervous than kids for some reason cx

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Yeah definitely! During the interview process is when they’ll ask you which you prefer, and when they extend a contract offer it’ll say on there. Working with kids is a lot more common, so there will be more city opportunities that way!

[@katherinegarcia7008]

@@SheRunTheWorld Thank you! What month did you leave for China, by the way? I graduate in May.

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@katherinegarcia7008 No problem! I left for China in august 2018. If you’re close to graduating with your bachelor’s, you can still apply and they’ll place you at a school shortly after your graduation date!

[@AmyLovesYou4Ever]

What are the hours like everyday?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Typically you have 2 consecutive weekdays off. And the other 3 weekdays you’ll work from about 2pm- 8:30 depending on the school. From 2-5 is just office/planning time, from 5-8:30 is class time (3 classes: 5-6, 6:15-7:15, 7:30-8:30). But let’s say you only have class from 5-7:15, then usually you can leave right after you won’t have to stay until 8:30. And on Saturdays and Sundays you typically work 10am-6:15pm, and you have to stay the whole time regardless of how many classes you have.

[@AmyLovesYou4Ever]

SheRunTheWorld i read somewhere that the school provides you with the curriculum or lesson plans for us to follow, is this true? because if it is, what are we doing during the office/planning time then? also, if i do have a class only from 5-7:15 and i leave early, so i still get paid for a regular 2-8:30 shift or will i be paid from 2-7:15? and can you explain why we would have to stay the whole time on weekends? sorry for asking so many questions lol

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@AmyLovesYou4Ever they do provide lesson plans for you. They’re very long and detailed. So typically you use that office planning time to read through the lesson plans, print out/gather materials and make adjustments- the longer you teach, the more you typically like to use your own games and ideas instead of theirs. It’s also really helpful to print out your lesson plans and all materials during the weekday office time for all your weekend classes because you usually won’t have any time to do it on the weekend. Also during office/planning time you can occasionally have meetings and trainings.

[@SheRunTheWorld]

also, you get paid the same no matter what. So some people may leave early on Tuesdays while you work until 8:30, but vice versa on Thursday’s or whatever it may be. So it’ll all even out, and your paycheck will always remain the same regardless of how many classes you teach. And you have to stay the whole time on the weekends regardless if you have class because there are a lot more things that teachers need to do on the weekends. You might have to do a demo lesson (for potential students), activity (current students can pay to do extra activities like cooking, making crafts, etc), or conduct placement tests for potential future students. So basically even if you don’t have back to back classes on Saturdays and Sundays you will be scheduled to do other things, or need to be in the office to be available if other things pop up.

[@AmyLovesYou4Ever]

Okay understood! Thank you so much for your help.

[@paulweber1095]

Hey - nice video. How big typically are the class sizes? And did you teach kids/teens or adults? What are the major differences/ if any between two? I'm looking at Shenzhen.

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Thanks! Class sizes for 3-6 years old are about 5-8 students and 7-12 years old are about 10-15 students. All the centers I saw were kids/teens.... I think it’s very rare to work with adults. I’m not even sure where they do that at! I’m sorry I don’t have a more helpful answer about the adults

[@paulweber1095]

@@SheRunTheWorld No, that's great. Just thought I saw the option on website. I'm more interested in kids/teens anyway. When I think of teaching adults english - Because of my movie background I always think of the scene in "Stripes" when the basic english class is singing "do run run..." Also - did you take advantage of the mandarin classes or did you know some going in? Thanks again!

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@paulweber1095 yeah I remember them mentioning adults in the interview, but once I said kids/teens it was never talked about again! So I feel like it’s only in certain locations. It didn’t interest me at all! Haha I did in the beginning- it was only 3 free classes and then after that you have to pay. So I just did the free ones! Lol. So in my 1 year of living in China I only knew a couple key phrases and it was fine honestly. Google translate will be your best friend haha

[@BenJones1127]

Heard some pretty negative things about it, and from what I've seen the salary is always really low but they try to say it's because of all of the benefits but still

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Yeah everyone’s experience is so different because each center is very different! And yeah I think it’s a good start for someone’s first job teaching abroad, but if you have experience you can find something better I’m sure!

[@callmeGrace3]

Hey! I'm going to Shenzhen through EF in late February and this video was very informative so thank you for that! I have two quick questions: 1) I'm learning Chinese now but I'm very beginner, what are the main things I should learn before going? 2) I saw your sister is going in January (congrats!!) has she gotten a visa yet? I'm still waiting for my background check to get authenticated and I'm getting worried about the visa process because people in the UK/South Africa are saying they're having a hard time with it (I'm from the US). I have some more questions but I don't want to take up too much of your time. Thanks so much!

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Hey Grace!!! That’s so awesome congrats :) 1) so cool that you’re learning!! I’d learn basic phrases like “I don’t know” “I don’t understand” “I’m American” and your numbers (with the hand symbols) lol it sounds funny but it’s actually super helpful! There’s an app called “Hello Chinese” that I found really helpful when I first moved there 2) yeah that’s kind of her situation right now as well, they pushed her start date back to Feb 10 because of the visa process. My friend who I taught with in Chongqing is actually my sister’s recruiter so I was able to chat with her and she says it’s because the Chinese government keeps changing the visa requirements so they have to keep adjusting the documents based on the new regulations. But hopefully you and my sister can get the visa process done ASAP so you can start living in China! Honestly feel free to ask me anything, you won’t be taking up my time. I love to help!😊

[@callmeGrace3]

@@SheRunTheWorld Wow thank you so much for your fast and helpful response!! Fingers crossed your sister and I will be able to go and we'll be able to travel within China and outside of China without having to worry about COVID-19 procedures (like I heard even HK is hard to travel to right now :/ )

[@callmeGrace3]

I'd love to ask more questions about it so I feel more prepared and less nervous haha. Is there any other way I can contact you? If you aren't comfortable sharing any information I understand and i'll just ask my other questions through here!

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@callmeGrace3 Totally not a problem, I’d love to help out. You can literally ask me any questions, I know I had so many when I was preparing to leave & I wish someone would’ve helped me!😂 send me an email at [e-mail] !!

[@callmeGrace3]

​@@SheRunTheWorld Thank you so much!! I'll definitely reach out with some more questions soon!

[@alexa12369]

This video was so helpful, I was hired by EF recently and rn I’m working on the visa and authentication process but idk how the visa process will go because of the borders being closed 😞

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Aw good I’m so glad! Yeah my sister is in the same boat actually! I don’t think anyone really knows 😢 they keep changing the visa requirements and everything, so it makes it take longer. She was hired in august 2020 for a February start and still hasn’t had any word on when she’ll actually be going even though she finished all her visa documents 🥺

[@sananaz3878]

hey how was your experience if you don’t mind sharing?? :)

[@sammyidris1002]

Is there 6 month contracts?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

As far as I know, there’s not. My sister recently was hired by EF Chongqing and it was also a minimum 1 year contract. It’s because they pay for your flights, visa, and hotel when you arrive so they don’t want to spend all that money for someone to only work there for 6 months! BUT, I will say that they are really desperate for teachers right now, so you never know. You might be able to negotiate that!

[@sammyidris1002]

@@SheRunTheWorld ok thank you for the info I’ll use that as leverage to get 6 months if possible

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@sammyidris1002 no problem! Let me know how it goes, I’m interested to see if they will or not :)

[@sammyidris1002]

@@SheRunTheWorld what city did you teach in?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@sammyidris1002 Chongqing

[@scmtkings4]

this video was so helpful! Thank you! Quick question though, for the people that you heard about that left after 2-3 months because they hated it, do you know how that works? Does EF somehow "cancel" your residence/work permit? Can you ask to transfer to a different center? I'm worried I might hate my experience at my designated center haha

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Glad it was helpful! Yeah so I had a friend who hated her center and was able to switch, then she ended up liking it. And then I had a couple people who just left instead of switching- and yes EF cancels your work permit and you have to pay EF back for your visa & flight costs I wouldn’t be too worried though. As long as you’re a good employee and don’t have problems with your boss, I’m sure you’ll enjoy it!

[@scmtkings4]

@@SheRunTheWorld okay got it, thank you so much for the info! Hope you are enjoying your stay in Vietnam! 👍

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@scmtkings4 no problem! If you have any other questions, feel free to message me on IG @sheruntheworld_ 😁 thank you, I really am!

[@scmtkings4]

@@SheRunTheWorld I may have more questions actually! I'll reach out on IG, thank you! Much appreciated

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@scmtkings4 no problem! :)

[@explorewithmo7850]

any good teaching companies in china, I'm currently in the process of planning for a job?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

So sorry for not seeing this! Not sure if you’re even looking anymore- especially with the new law China passed about foreign teachers

[@evollllll]

Do you need money to go or do you need to be able to speak Chinese?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

You don’t need to speak Chinese or have money really lol they buy your flight and hotel, and then if you don’t have money to move into your apartment they’ll front you some money and you’ll slowly pay them back on your next few paychecks!

[@UsmanAli-xz4ic]

Hey I’ve just been hired by EF but I’m heading to Beijing, do you know anyone that lived there I could talk to possibly?!

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Hey congrats! I don’t I’m sorry. But if you add this Facebook group I’m sure you’ll find someone who’s headed there or recently arrived you could talk to! facebook.com/groups/753274331880376/?ref=share

[@UsmanAli-xz4ic]

@@SheRunTheWorld tysm!

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@UsmanAli-xz4ic no problem!!

[@Jouba-gr1ur]

By the way you are so kind😍?i love u

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Thanks so much!🤗

[@AssassinFOURnolan]

Did you teach children or adults? If you taught children, how difficult was it to manage a classroom? Are they large classes? (over 20 people) My biggest worry is just that I havent had to manage/teach large groups of young children, and that classes of kids can be rowdy or difficult to handle.

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Children! Ages 3-6 you’ll have max 8 students, and ages 6-15 you’ll have max 18 I believe. It was very easy to manage the classroom- you just have to set up your classroom rules, expectations and reward systems from the start. I found overall the students were pretty easy to handle

[@Shorts.TV_D]

I'm moving there at the end of this year while working for EF. Just one question, do you get paid during your probation period?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Yes you do! Sorry I just realized i didn’t answer this in your IG message!

[@zetlander8265]

Hi! I an a little skeptical of this company after reading horror stories! I’m coming from the U.K. and have been offered an offer for interview - but not sure about this now that I’m hearing of these conflicting reviews.

[@SheRunTheWorld]

That’s the thing, it’s really hard because each center is completely different. So you can’t say it’s a great company or bad company because it’s just too big to compare. I personally loved my experience in Chongqing- I had a great boss and awesome coworkers. I wasn’t over worked at all. But I have heard other centers and cities where people didn’t feel the same. So it’s hard to know until you’re there!

[@zetlander8265]

@@SheRunTheWorld thank you! Anything you can recommend me for the interview... also, do I need to complete TEFL before going? Is this provided to us?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@zetlander8265 no the interview is pretty easy! Just prepare some answers to some possible situational questions like “tell me about a time you dealt with conflict” and questions like that. Once you’re hired they will provide you an online TEFL course for free that you’ll do before you get to China!

[@zetlander8265]

@@SheRunTheWorld thanks :) on average how long would a 120 hrs take (like a month etc) or ?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@zetlander8265 omg noooo. I think mine took like 3 nights? Haha I can’t remember how many hours it actually took me to do cuz it wasn’t 120. But it was super fast!

[@priscillaperez7933]

I recently got a position with EF teaching in Chongqing! Do you have an insta so that maybe I can follow / DM? I have a million questions

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Yes of course! Ask me a million questions! My IG is @sheruntheworld_

[@animatorsparadise1]

This seems outdated, cause they don't tell u location in the contract, and u have to pay for ur own flight,

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@animatorsparadise1 ya I’m pretty sure you can look at the posting date…. lol it was posted 4 years ago

[@nothandontshalintshali4335]

Which other companies do you know that pay more ? Why aren’t you moving to a better paying company?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

I only worked there for 1 year from 2018-2019! Since China, I’ve worked as a teacher in Prague and now I’m teaching in HCMC, Vietnam. I can only speak specifically for Chongqing, but some people I met that were making more than EF were working at American Eagle or First Leap

[@iambloopy]

May I please ask you something sensitive? I will delete the comment after your response. I received an offer for 13 667 CNY gross monthly in a city, 256 000 CNY/year with medical insurance. Do you think it’s good offer? Your response will be highly appreciated

[@SheRunTheWorld]

13667 is the standard offer for a teacher with no experience, that’s what my bf got. I had teaching experience so I started as a tier 3 teacher at 15667. As long as you’re in a T2 city (not Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen) you’ll live comfortably on that salary no problem ☺️ and at your 5 month review you’ll get a pay raise!

[@hayleybarbara1589]

Imo this is a bad salary. So many people in these comments are getting SCAMMED.

[@hayleybarbara1589]

​@@SheRunTheWorldgirl you are getting robbed.. like genuinely stolen from. Please value yourself more and maybe advise people not to accept these salaries 😅

[@mattlombard2919]

I have been teaching for sixteen year. I have worked in Russia for eight years and China for six. I worked for many language centers in both countries. I need my head read EF in Russia would no pay us so after the third month I left and so did other teachers. China we got paid and the materials are good but they will work you like a dog. Things have changed they hire anything that looks foreign regardless of how you speak and their management is terrible. The people that we see coming in to this industry do not want to work it is a holiday a lot of them do not like kids or teens. The learning centers are a franchise like Burger King or KFC the people who buy them have no clue about teaching and do not want to know. It is all about money nothing more. Then there is this idea that anyone can be a teacher I have met people here with the IQ of a rock and they have a degree! I have had better conversations with a glass of water. Do not go if you are not serious and have a school with the right people in place to train you.

[@SheRunTheWorld]

So sorry for your experience! I think it really varies on each individual branch- I had a great experience at my branch in Chongqing

[@chauamos1759]

I subscribed your channel even I don't know english🤣

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Thank you for subscribing! 😊 haha your English sounds pretty good to me!

[@audreynerdin2320]

Did you have a roommate?

[@SheRunTheWorld]

My boyfriend! We moved there together

[@diegovillarrealalejandre7838]

Thanks so much for this amazing video! It’s helping me ease my nerves with my upcoming interview. I did have one question that I can’t seem to find the answer to - did you choose Chonqing or do they place you in whatever city they need you the most? I had mentioned to my recruiter that I was interested in Shenzhen but, considering the fact that I’d like to save and continue to pay student loans, it might not be the best fit. I’m just wondering if I can make any changes after. Thanks again for posting!

[@SheRunTheWorld]

So glad it was helpful! So actually great question. It can be either. For me, they just chose Chongqing for me and I was ok with it. But my recruiter said if I didn’t want to be there, I could ask to be switched! My other friends in CQ all asked their recruiters to be placed there! So yeah if you wanna pay off loans don’t do shenzhen for sure! Go to a tier 2 city like Chongqing (I’m biased lol), Xi’An, or Kunming. I have a couple friends who just transferred from CQ EF to Kunming EF and love it just as much!

[@diegovillarrealalejandre7838]

@@SheRunTheWorld thank you so much! I’m waiting for a response on whether or not they’ll make an offer. Fingers crossed!

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@diegovillarrealalejandre7838 fingers crossed!! I really hope you get it! Let me know if you do & which city you’re placed in :)

[@yefang4525]

赞美

[@GlobalDrifter1000]

Another “hay guys” video 💤

[@SheRunTheWorld]

Thanks for your insightful comment

[@Wowel2988]

If you were a teacher in the U.S., why on earth would you go to China to teach at a training school? You missed out on so much money and time off!

[@SheRunTheWorld]

@@Wowel2988 1. To travel and see the world! And 2. It’s all about cost of living to salary ratio- yes I might’ve made more money teaching in LA but my expenses were WAY HIGHER so I actually saved more money teaching in China since my expenses were so low