A Guide to Choosing a Chemistry 143 Tutor

A Guide to Choosing a Chemistry 143 TutorThere are several things that should be considered when choosing a Chemistry 143 tutor. Each individual student should find a tutor that fits his or her particular needs, personality, and learning style.If you're looking for a tutor for Chemistry, it's important to research the benefits of taking the test and compare the tuition charges and packages available. By doing this, you'll find the perfect tutor for your individual needs. Many students enroll in introductory classes at their local college or university and then decide that they don't need a tutor after completing the first class.You need to take your knowledge and skills to the next level in order to get a bachelor's degree. You'll find that a good Chemistry instructor is the key to this goal. There are several different ways you can get a good Chemistry instructor. One way is to consult your friends and family who have already completed an advanced course.Ask around to find out what other prospective tutor has been able to accomplish, and compare that information with the qualities and experience of your prospective tutor. Look for a potential tutor by filling out an online questionnaire.A Chem tutor will often explain a certain concept through a variety of different methods. By comparing the tutor with your current teacher, you'll be able to judge their particular style.Make sure that the course of study you choose is one that matches your personal interests. If you are interested in studying animals or biology, it's best to study subjects that you are interested in. Take the time to determine what you want to accomplish in the classroom.By following these tips, you'll be able to finda good Chemistry 143 tutor in Montana. You'll be able to acquire a thorough understanding of the subject matter, and you'll be able to show the potential employer that you have the potential to move up the ladder. If you aren't able to meet the demands of a professor, consider tha t hiring a tutor might be a more attractive option than going to school.

Ask a Law School Admissions Expert Ann Levine

Ask a Law School Admissions Expert Ann Levine Varsity Tutors brings you insider tips and advice straight from nationally recognized admissions experts. Prior to founding her own consulting firm, Law School Expert, Ann Levine was the Director of Admissions for both Loyola Law School in Los Angeles and California Western School of Law in San Diego. She is the author of The Law School Admission Game: Play Like an Expert, which is the best-selling law school admissions guide on Amazon, and has helped approximately 2,000 law applicants since the start of her firm back in 2004. VT: How much time should be set aside to adequately prepare for and complete a Law School application? Ann: Most people give themselves 9-12 months to do everything that is required for the law school application process, which includes preparing for the LSAT. Filling out the actual application is the easy part its getting everything together (transcripts and letters of recommendation), studying for the LSAT (2-6 months, depending on whether you end up taking it more than once, and waiting four weeks for your score), writing your personal statement (give yourself several weeks to perfect it) and other essays (many schools ask for essays in addition to your personal statement) that take the most time. There is a lot to do, so its important to not rush yourself. Good planning is essential. VT: What is the single most important thing applicants should focus on with this application? Ann: QUALITY. Its not about writing a dramatic essay, or providing the most materials along with your application. Its about the quality of your essay(s), resume, letters of rec, explanations of incidents or potential weaknesses in your background, and the choices you have made academically and professionally, and of course how well you bring it all together in your (well-written, mistake-free) personal statement. VT: What are the biggest mistakes one can make on a Law School application? Ann: Lack of quality, obviously. This can include typos, improper punctuation, and simple things that show lack of attention to detail. Another is letting the negative overwhelm the positive having so many explanations and hardships that you forget that the point of sharing hardships is to show that you have overcome them. Drama prevailing over substance is another one I often see. Remember to write professionally rather than creatively. For the high achievers, its especially important to keep in mind that exhibiting arrogance and/or naivet can hurt you. VT: What do Law School admissions officers look for most in an applicants essays/personal statements? Ann: As a law school admission director (and now with more than a decade of experience in law school admissions as a law school admission consultant), I want to see a personal statement that lets me get to know something new about the applicant, that shows me the back-story, the motivation, behind the materials that are already in front of me (resume, transcripts, etc.). I want to know, like, and then be impressed by an applicant because of what they have chosen to share and how they have chosen to share it. VT: Is there anything on a students application that would automatically disqualify them from being considered for the program? Ann: Dishonesty. Even worse, a pattern of dishonesty. VT: What about the Law School admissions process differs the most from undergraduate admissions? Ann: Law schools are looking for maturity and focus, and an understanding of the real world, rather than simply a cute or memorable story. VT: What kinds of things (experience, grades, etc.) might a student lack that would lead you to advise them not to apply? Ann: Someone with a very low LSAT score (low 140s and under) who also has a GPA under a 3.0 (particularly from a school that is not considered particularly rigorous) is going to have a very hard time in the process, especially if these factors are in addition to a criminal record. VT:Is there anything you might see on a students application that would quickly put them ahead in the running? Ann: Obviously, a great GPA from a good school overcomes a lot of negatives, even on the LSAT. My clients with 3.5 and up GPAs who score in the 140s and low 150s still get into amazing schools for the most part. Putting yourself through school, while still earning good grades, is also something that really impresses law schools. Being the first in your family to attend college, and really excelling once you are there, is also a plus factor in your application. There are a lot of subjective factors like this, but these are some examples. VT: What advice do you have regarding LSAT test prep? Ann: Take it seriously!!!!! Dont underestimate the LSAT, especially if youre not a naturally brilliant standardized test taker. Plan to prepare for several months, and take a prep course. Budget for this ahead of time because they can be pricey, but the good programs and tutors are worth it and will pay themselves back in dividends if your LSAT score puts you in range for scholarships. VT: What do law school admissions officers look for in recommendation letters? Ann: Details! I want examples, not just overly broad conclusions. I want to see enthusiasm for a candidate, a real and substantiated belief that the applicant is poised for great things. Writing, research and communication skills are great things to highlight. Facts demonstrating that you approach your studies/jobs seriously, with preparation and diligence, and that you offer valuable insights in a group setting, are very impressive. Visit LawSchoolExpert.com for more details.The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Varsity Tutors.

Why Become a Tutor

Why Become a Tutor Rahul is one of our most popular tutors.  We asked him, why become a tutor? Alongside tutoring, he is also a film director.  You may be wondering, how has his career as a film director made him a better tutor... So, Rahul, tell us about yourself. Well I was born In Belfast and have since lived in eight countries across Europe, the Middle East, Asia and America. My upbringing has influenced my worldview and filmmaking. Rather than doing a simple short film set in London, for example, I ended up venturing to the Himalayas to direct my short film The Road Home, which ended up being shortlisted for the Academy Awards. Before becoming a film director, I explored a variety of careers ranging from professional sports to consulting and academia! At university, I created my own degree that blended Ancient Chinese Philosophy, Psychology and Political science and graduated in the top 0.5% of students in America. In my spare time, I enjoy travelling, hiking, paragliding, weight lifting and biking down volcanoes. What subjects do you tutor? I teach a range of subjects: English (Primary, 11+, GCSE, A-Levels, University) Creative Writing Maths (Primary, 11+) University Advice Acting / Drama Performance coaching   Public Speaking How and why did you start tutoring? I started tutoring a long time ago when I was in the States. It happened quite naturally when I was doing my undergraduate studies. I would be interacting with students from foreign countries and ended up helping them correct their grammar and improve their essays. This segued into helping students with their personal statements and essays for universities whether it be for undergraduate, masters, or Phd programs. Some of those whom I’ve helped have received a full studentship at Imperial, got accepted with a full scholarship to Georgia Institute of Technology, and got awarded a highest distinction for a masters at the London Film School! For me tutoring has always been something I’ve done on the side. But here in the UK, I’ve focused more on it. How has your profession helped you become a better tutor? Unbeknownst to me at the time, the skills I picked up as a tutor helped me become a better director. And now coming full circle, my skills and experience as a director have helped me become a better tutor. The very skills I use as a writer, for example, are the same skills I teach my students. In fact, the writing process I learned from a writing professor (who won a Pulitzer Prize) is the same writing process I teach students in a simplified and modified form. To make it more fun and accessible to students, I’ve relabelled some of the writing steps. For example, there is a brainstorming stage that I’ve called the vomiting stage, where I tell the students to vomit their ideas without focusing on grammar or style in an effort to get their thoughts from their brain down onto paper. The word “vomit” is so striking and memorable to students that they not only remember this stage, they end up chuckling as they go perform this stage in the writing process. Moreover, the skills I use to direct actors are the same skills I use with students to motivate them. When working with actors, for example, I have to figure out quickly what directing tools work with a particular actor, as every actor is trained differently and reacts to different tools. Likewise, when I meet a student for the first few lessons, I have to figure out what kind of learning style works best for them and then adapt myself accordingly. Every student is different, so my approach and tutoring style changes. If a student is hyperactive, for example, I may start off a lesson with meditation and visualisation to help some students be more centred and focused for the rest of the lesson. On the other hand, if a student is quite advanced with their writing, I’ll push them by having them rewrite their original essay with shorter, more elegant sentence. If they initially have trouble doing so, I’ll act as a guide and write a model sentence and then encourage them to rewrite the next sentence in a similar style. There’s a saying that the real student in the teacher - student relationship is the teacher. The better you can teach a subject, the better you understand the subject yourself. In my case, the more I tutor, the more I notice my directing skills grow. And in turn, the more I direct, the better I become as a tutor. What do you enjoy about tutoring? I find it to be an enjoyable and deeply satisfying experience!  Not only does it use my writing  and directing skills in a different arena, I also find it gratifying to see a student struggle, grapple, and finally grasp a new concept. For me, that’s priceless.   If you would like to contact or organise a tutoring lesson please visit his Tutorfair profile. Alternatively visit Tutorfair and browse by subject to find the right tutor for you. How to Become a tutor Tutorfair is a website that connects parents and students with the best tutors nationwide. In addition to being listed on the site, you will also become part of a great community of tutors, gaining access to all our learning resources and training.   To become a tutor with Tutorfair please follow the  registration page and join the Tutorfair community!

Make Your Standardized Testing Prep Fun

Make Your Standardized Testing Prep Fun Preparing for Standardized Testing While Having Fun Many students think preparing for standardized testing must be rote and boring, when in reality it is a great opportunity to have fun while mastering new knowledge and skills. Finding ways to infuse fun into study sessions will boost students' confidence and give them something to look forward to as the testing day draws near. Making it fun shouldn't be difficult. Instead, find ways to integrate your child's interests and strengths into these study sessions. Find a friendMany students work well with peers and learn more within a study group. If your child is preparing for a standardized test, considerbuilding peer based study sessions into the preparation calendar. Once aweek your child could join a study group with others who are preparing forthe same exam. This peer interaction can help build confidence and providea welcome change of pace from the typical solo study session. CelebratestrengthsAt times, your child may feel overwhelmed by standardized testingpreparation. A great way to keep the studying fun and stress free is tocelebrate your child's achievements and strengths. Build incentives intothe study schedule for the amount of material mastered or when your child becomes proficient with a difficult skill or concept. Some childrenrespond well to goal setting with a tangible incentive at the end of a setperiod of time. For example, at the end of a successful week of studying for the ACT your child may earn a trip to the movies with a friend or theability to opt out of a weekly chore. Make agame out of itStudying for a standardized test doesn't have to be boring. There are many great educational games you can play with your child while preparingfor exam day. CardSharksIf your child likes playing card games you can put a fun diversion togood use. Use sticky notes to attach test prep strategies or contentspecific information to the cards. During the next study break ask yourchild to play the game, solitaire is a good choice, and remove the sticky notes as they appear on the cards. At the end of the game collect the sticky notes and review the each before placing them back on the cards for a future study break. Online vocabulary gamesThere are many great online or mobile app vocabulary games that studentscan use to study for a standardized test. These games boost your child'sunderstanding of challenging vocabulary over time using an engaging andinteractive platform. Many of them allow your child to earn badges or play games against other users for additional challenges. Track the TrainMath problems involving two trains leaving the station are quintessential on standardized tests. They assess a student's algebraicproficiency and the ability to accurately solve a problem. Spice up studying for these problems using a United States map and the cities yourchild has already visited. The distance formula,d = r*t (distance =rate * time), won't seem nearly as tedious when it involves familiarplaces and travels. Create the perfect study spaceHaving a dedicated space to study often helps students focus on thecontent and avoid being distracted by the surroundings or other familymembers. Help your child create the perfect study space and invest in funtouches that your child will enjoy. Allow your child to decorate the space or pick out desk accessories that add a touch of whimsy to the weeklystudy schedule.

Honolulu an Educational Gem of the Islands of the Pacific Ocean

Honolulu an Educational Gem of the Islands of the Pacific Ocean Honolulu is the capital and the heart of Hawaii, the most recent and the most beautiful of the US states. Current President of the United States Barack Obama was born in Sheltered Bay. The city is also historically known due to the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor that took place near the city on December 7, 1941.  Its unique nature, breathtaking sceneries, active volcanoes and endless recreation opportunities are world-famous. Tourism is the most important industry in this region. However, located at the crossroads of transpacific cargo carriers, Honolulu is also a large business and trading hub, financial, research and manufacturing center of the islands of the Pacific Ocean. Hawaii is an extremely remarkable place in terms of education. Its public school system is the oldest one west of the Mississippi. It was established by Hawaiis great monarch, King Kamehameha III in 1840 and since then the history of a common education system for Hawaii’s children started. There is a single statewide school district in Hawaii and it serves an impressive K-12 enrollment of about 180,000 students attending more than 280 schools. There are about 13.000 classroom teachers and the Board of Education that exercise control over the public school and the library systems. Honolulu schools serve a total student population of about 60,000 attending 78 public schools and 51 private schools. Honolulu is home to four community colleges, the University of Hawaii at Manoa, Chaminade University and Hawaii Pacific University. The University of Hawaii at Manoa, founded in 1907, is the flagship campus of the University of Hawaii System. Manoa enrolls more than 20,000 students and offers 87 bachelors degrees, 87 masters degrees and 51 doctorates. It also offers first professional degrees in law, medicine, and architecture. The University of Hawaii at Manoa is consistently ranked among the best US colleges and universities and has a unique multicultural global experience. It is one of only 32 land-, sea- and space-grant research institutions nationwide. Seven of UH Manoa’s faculty are currently members of the National Academy of Sciences, the National Academy of Engineering and the National Institute of Medicine. It is known for its progressive research in oceanography, astronomy, Pacific Islands and Asian area studies, linguistics, cancer research and genetics. Hawaii Pacific University, founded in 1965, is Hawaiis largest private university. HPU is one of the most culturally diverse universities in the US. Its student body of approximately  7,000 undergraduate and 1,200 graduate students represents all 50 U.S. states and more than 100 countries. HPU offers more than 50 undergraduate programs and 14 graduate programs. Its largest academic programs are in business administration, education, nursing and international relations. Chaminade University, the only Catholic university in Hawaii, is a small private institution established in 1955 by the Society of Mary. Chaminade, with total enrollment 2,822 offers bachelors degrees in 23 fields of study, 5 masters degree programs and several degree opportunities for working adults. The University specializes in business, education, criminal justice, forensic sciences,  biology, interior design, nursing and religious studies. Honolulu’s great study and research opportunities attract students and faculty from across the nation and the world. More than 170,000 of UH Manoa’s alumni reside in 50 states and more than in 108 countries worldwide. Among them are famous congressmen, senators, sportsmen, scientists and other celebrities. That is why Honolulu can be truly named Crossroads of the Pacific not just in a geographical but also in an educational sense. To find a private tutor in Honolulu, HI refer to Tutorz.com.

5 Reasons High School Students Struggle Spring Semester

5 Reasons High School Students Struggle Spring Semester Irvine Private Tutor Tips: 5 Reasons High School Students Struggle Spring Semester Spring semester is upon us, and there are lots of important things in store including college applications, advanced placement exams, college entrance exams, and finals. Many students are already pretty tired at this point in the year and start to struggle just when they need a ton of extra concentration. There is a delicate balance between success and failure, and so its important for students to look out for the five common reasons they would begin to have difficulty completing assignments and studying for exams at this point in the year have a successful spring semester with the help of private Irvine tutoring from TutorNerds. 1.   Fatigue Fatigue is probably the number one reason why high school students start to struggle during the spring term. They are exhausted from all the work theyve done since last August and are pretty much ready to be done with school for the year. However, students at this age have a ton of responsibility in front of them and, if they are in the college prep years, some of these things will make a big difference in their future education. One of the best ways to combat fatigue is simply to get an adequate amount of sleep. Its tempting to stay up late to study and then try and catch up on sleep during the weekend but, students at this age need a full night’s sleep every night. 2.   Lack of balance Another thing that can make it difficult to be successful spring semester is a lack of balance. Some students work too hard and dont get enough rest while other students have too much fun and dont complete enough work. Its hard to find that ideal balance between work and life, but its an important thing to strive towards for a person of any age, especially a high school student. When a routine is to balance students, tend to be able to complete things in less time and be able to study more efficiently. 3.   Exams There are a ton of exams during the spring semester and the amount of time required to study can cause a lot of stress for a high school student. Many kids take two AP classes and are taking their college entrance exams all in the same month. Although these exams cant be avoided altogether, students can spread out their exams, so theyre not overwhelmed. For instance, they could take the SAT one month and AP exams the next (Waiting For College Acceptance Letters: 5 Things to Research). 4.   Senioritis Senioritis is another major cause of difficulties for students at this age. Senioritis doesnt just apply to graduating seniors, but rather we start to see symptoms in students as young as freshman year. Students get tired and want to do things that are more fun and require less responsibility. This is a pretty normal reaction to school at this point in the year, but its important that students hang in there and complete assignments promptly through the end of the term. 5.   Concentration issues Many students start to have trouble concentrating at this point in the year for any number of reasons. It might be due to fatigue or because they’re overwhelmed, or it might be because theyre starting to get bored of repetitive material. One way students can combat this lack of concentration is to reevaluate their study space and make sure they have as few distractions as possible so they can focus in on what they need to get done. If students are studying with friends, they might need to start studying solo for a while, or they may need the help of an at-home tutor to help them get re-organized so they can be successful for the rest of the term. Its never too late or too early to book your private Irvine academic tutor for the spring semester. Call us today for more information!

American International School

American International School American International School The American International School Kuwait is a rigorous and college-preparatory Pre-K through grade 12 school offering three International Baccalaureate Programmes; the PYP, MYP, and DP. We pride ourselves in offering a challenging academic curriculum rooted in nurturing students to thrive and to be balanced. Our school Mission embodies our commitment to our local and international student body: AIS Kuwait inspires students to become critical thinkers and contributing world citizens through rigor and balance in a nurturing educational environment. Over the course of a PK-12 education, the AIS community works collaboratively to support graduates reach the various aspects of our Profile of the Graduates. Ideally, AIS graduates will become contributing global citizens, who: take initiative to organize ideas and apply thinking skills independently. explore concepts, ideas and issues that have significance to local and global systems, and develop their natural curiosity. are positive people who value a strong work ethic, self-reliance and volunteerism. become flexible and adaptable members of a global community, accustomed to seeking and evaluating a range of points of view, and willing to grow from the experience. understand the importance of intellectual and emotional balance to achieve personal well-being for themselves and others. show empathy, compassion and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. express ideas and information confidently and creatively in more than one language and in a variety of modes of communication. set goals which are supportive of their learning and personal development and they approach unfamiliar situations and uncertainty with courage and forethought, and have the persistence and adaptability to explore new roles, ideas and strategies. AIS is a large school with a student population diversity of47 nationalities, the majority being of an Arabic background. Our local and international teaching staff are representative of the English-speaking world with the majority American or Canadian. AIS is a collaborative community with opportunities for extensive professional learning and growth.

11 awesome cities where you can teach English in China

11 awesome cities where you can teach English in China Teaching English in China is one of the fastest growing markets for newly-minted TEFL teachers. And that’s with the ESL industry going from strength to strength. Most of us (at the very least) have friends who’ve jetted off to Asia - rarely to be seen again. Some of us are probably already in Asia leading the good life. There’s so much info out there on all the different teach abroad options as an English teacher, and there are plenty of blogs keeping you posted on things like the 12 companies in China that are hiring English teachers like crazy. It’s easy to see why new grads and experienced ESL teachers are flocking there. The requirements are manageable (no need for a teaching license, a TEFL will do) and the salary is good. The question is not should you teach English in China? That’s a no brainer: save money, get experience, see things that will change you, opportunities for career progression and salary increases…sign me up! The question should be - where should I teach English in China? Which of China’s cities has my name written all over it? We know lots about China, but if you’re like I was (before I spent a bazillion hours researching) not that much of it was very specific. Aside from 3 - 4 of the more famous cities, I would have been pretty stumped if I had to figure out where to live. But now I know (CHENGDU! No question, see why below ). I’ve taken the liberty of compiling info on the 12 best places to teach English in China, so you can make your own judgements. You can thank me later. Here we go… 1. Beijing Who will love it: Big city lovers, history nerds, foodies, culture cravers and arty folk Population: 21.7 million (basically 2.5 times bigger than NYC) Language: Mandarin Teaching English salary range: $1,200-4,500 USD per month Fun fact: It’s bicycle heaven with more bikes than even the city of bikes (Amsterdam) Types of ESL jobs: Business English, private academies and public schools Obvious bonus: Proximity to the Great Wall (you might have heard of it) If you want a big city life feel, then things don’t get much bigger than teaching English in Beijing (see Shanghai if you think Beijing feels too pokey). It’s the cultural heart of this country with so much of Ancient China still visible today. History nerds will be in their element wandering through Tiananmen Square, gawping at the Summer Palace, taking a trip to the Great Wall or discover the forbidden city. When you’re not being wowed by history, there are enough restaurants to leave you paralyzed by choice. The traditional crispy duck has been compared to divine intervention (FACT!). Accommodation is normally included and you will find yourself in a bustling metropolis, with everything you could possibly want, quite literally, on your doorstep. Shoot from one end of the city to the other on the subway, cycle through the streets along with an army of other bikes and marvel at the sheer number of skyscrapers reaching for the clouds. There’s plenty of options to teach English here with private academies and public schools both hiring English teachers. The higher salary range will usually be achieved with a teaching license and extensive experience. But even newbie teachers can make a decent salary here - starting at about $1,200 per month (depending on other qualifications and background). Things like a background in business will be seen as a massive advantage for those hoping to teach business English, as well as a TEFL certificate. Beijing is also the ideal place for English speakers to learn Mandarin and lessons are often added to the teaching contract. So if you want to immerse yourself in; culture completely, language, history and...well, cycling… then Beijing might just be the best teach abroad destination for you. Check out this post about traveling in Beijing and Shanghai by one of our English teachers. 2. Guangzhou Who will love it: Culture junkies who want to live somewhere a little less typical! Population: 14.4 million (there are only 4 states in the USA with a larger population) Language: Cantonese and Mandarin Teaching English salary range: $1,100 - 2,500 USD per month Fun fact: This city is a bit of a name changer. It’s previously been called Canton and Panyu! Types of ESL jobs: business English, private academies, and public schools Obvious bonus: A hop, skip and a jump to Hong Kong The third largest of China’s cities. Guangzhou is a little off the beaten track. It’s Hong Kong’s neighbor and boasts an international airport - so you can get your travel-on pretty easily. It’s home to the Pearl River and they make their own beer (although rumor has it - it’s far from the perfect pint!). From museums to towers, startling skyscrapers, and the massive (even by Chinese standards) Temple of the Six Banyan Trees, there’s plenty to do and see without ever leaving Guangzhou. One of the major benefits of this city is that the cost of living is considerably cheaper than Beijing or Shanghai, while still having all the benefits of a bigger-scale city. You will have more than enough brands and restaurants from home, and plenty of opportunity to save. It’s a little off the international radar, so it’s also not swamped with tourists year round. The climate is temperate (occasionally a bit rainy) ? - so you can escape the Baltic winters of more northern cities. It’s green 365 days a year and is known as the city of flowers, making it one of the most colorful cities in China. If you want to live in a place with flowers blooming all year, then this might just be the city for you. Native English speakers will have no trouble landing a job in this busy city. Depending on your qualifications there are opportunities in both public and private institutes as well as a wealth of companies who teach Business English. Why not check out this blog: What it’s really like teaching English in China (from a teacher who spent time teaching adults English in Guangzhou). 3. Shenzhen Who will love it: Warm-weather-loving travel junkies! ?? Population: 12.5 million (it’s bigger than the entire country of Belgium) Language: Mandarin and Cantonese Teaching English salary range: $1,100 - 2,500 USD per month Fun fact: China’s richest city. Shenzhen has grown to 50 times the size it was just 40 years go. So, they must be doing something right! Types of ESL jobs: Business English, private academies, kindergartens and public schools Obvious bonus: A subway ride away from Hong Kong (yes, a subway ride) Warm in winter (yes please!) and hot in summer (as it should be!)…this is the perfect location for lovers of sunnier climes. Not that sunbathing is your only form of entertainment, from the bustling traditional restaurants (the hot pot is unmissable…just saying) and shops of the Shuiwan district to a challenging hike up Nanshan Mountain??, there are lots of attractions to keep your weekends busy. You’ll also find your fair share of tall buildings, theme parks and temples dotted throughout the city. If you’re worried about air quality in Chinese cities then this might be the city for you to teach English in. Not only does it have some of the best air quality possible in a Chinese city, but the city is famous for its growth and wealth. There is a healthy financial district and so, plenty of jobs to go around for English teachers. The cost of living is lower than in China’s bigger cities, so teachers can enjoy a quality of life they mightn’t be able to afford at home. A great location for meeting Chinese citizens from all over the country - as its wealth and jobs market attracts ambitious talent from the rest of the country. Oh and did we mention that subway ride to Hong Kong, seriously, it’s right there! Whether you want to teach little kids or adults there is an opportunity for you here. From public to private schools there’s no shortage of demand for English teachers in this Chinese city. Teaching English in Shenzhen is also a popular choice and you’ll have no trouble finding a group of expats to hang out with! 4. Yangzhou Who will love it: Water babies, those looking for smaller-city vibes, and flower fanatics Population: 4.4 million (so, basically the population of Ireland in one city) Language: Mandarin Teaching English salary range: $1,100 - 2,500 USD per month Fun fact: Fried rice is this city’s dish and they eat it with thousand fish soup! Types of ESL jobs: Public, private and business English Obvious bonus: Um, I’m confused, did we not mention the fried rice? But a second might be you’re only a 1.5-hour train ride from Shanghai! This city is 2,480 years old, so you can expect to stumble upon some nuggets of Ancient China here and there. Known for its extensive network of waterways (rivers, lakes and the ocean!), and its cultivated gardens, it’s a beautiful city to live in and tends to attract quite a few tourists to its scenic streets. Folk arts like Chinese puppetry and opera are still practiced here, so you can definitely get some insights into the local culture. Museums, tombs, temples and mountains (not necessarily in that order) are all part of the landscape. When you’re not eating the local fried rice (the last mention… I swear) you can hop on some public transport and check out China’s Dinosaur Park. It’s under 2 hours away, and so, so worth it. You can officially say you’ve ridden a pterodactyl. If you’re into that kind of thing. As for teaching English in Yangzhou, there are plenty of schools on the lookout for native English teachers. From public to private, and adult to little cuties, there’s something for everyone (pretty much the theme of teaching English in China!). And with the cost of living being remarkably lower than the bigger cities - it should be easy enough to save. 5. Harbin Who will love it: Ice fanatics, lovers of elaborate lighting displays, cozy jumper heads ?? Population: 5.14 million Language: Mandarin Chinese Teaching English salary range: $1,000 - 2,000 USD per month Fun fact: AKA as China’s Ice City. In winter Harbin city builds life-size castles and well a city, out of ice and then lights them up. Check it out here. Types of ESL jobs: All the jobs - from public to private Obvious bonus: The ice festival is perhaps the most spectacularly extravagant thing on planet earth today! ?? A much smaller city than some of its contemporaries, Harbin is definitely a little off the beaten track. If you’re not a fan of the cold then maybe avoid a city that is famed for its ice festival. The winter is long here, but it’s not cold all year round. Summer sees temperatures reach 40 degrees Celsius. So be prepared for weather extremes. ?? Many teachers prefer the summers, but there’s a lot to be said for living in a winter wonderland. Bundling up and looking at the lights on your walk home from work would be a daily vision you could never forget. The buildings are well heated and if you’re able to cope with a Baltic winter - then you can reap the rewards of living in this smaller city. From exotic Russian-style cathedrals to a ski resort - there’s plenty to do. This is perhaps the most European city in China, with many of the buildings reflecting Russian influence. And it’s not all snow and ice - the sun island scenic area is home to a flower garden, a swan lake and a squirrel island during the summer months! ? ESL teachers planning to teach in Harbin can expect to earn anything from $1,000 per month upwards. With the reduced cost of living, it should be no problem to save money. Just make sure you pack a winter wardrobe! 6. Shanghai Who will love it: BIG CITY LOVERS. Seriously, this is your spirit-home. Also, people that are a bit nervous about teaching English in China. Population: 24 million (basically three New York cities) Language: Mandarin Chinese, Shanghainese Teaching English salary range: USD $1,200-4,500 per month Fun fact: It’s not a concrete jungle. There are 157 public parks in Shanghai! Types of ESL jobs: Everything, but especially teaching English to adults and Business English Obvious bonus: It’s the world’s biggest city. It has...all the things! If you’re nervous about teaching abroad in China, then this might be the place for you. This is a home away from home for expats, you won’t be short of foreign friends and there’s a large English speaking community (actually there’s a number of them!). You won’t just be hanging with your fellow TEFL heads as there are lots of business type expats too. So it’s a bit more mixed than some teach abroad opportunities. There’s also many of your home comforts and foods and it’s a truly international hub. ??? As it’s such a big city there are a lot of opportunities for teachers when it comes to teaching adults or business English. There are public and private school positions too, but there’s definitely more on the business end of things. It’s worth noting that the cost of living is higher, but then again, the wages are also higher. 7. Hangzhou Who will love it: Tea addicts, nature lovers and people looking for quiet city life Population: 9.4 million Language: Mandarin Chinese Teaching English salary range: $1,000 - 2,000 USD per month Fun fact: It’s the tea capital of China. Can we get a cuppa? Types of ESL jobs: All sorts - adults, children, public or private. Obvious bonus: You can sip tea in gorgeous gardens, can I get a yes please! From the tranquil beauty of Qiandao lake, to the quiet pagodas of West lake, this peaceful city is the perfect spot for quieter types. If you’re interested in history and culture this city is the place to experience a different side of China. And if you’re ever in need of a little hustle or bustle - you’ll be a one hour high-speed train ride away from Shanghai. So, the best of both worlds. Teahouses, water activities and a more manageable city size mean that you’ll be able to settle in and get the run of the place a little quicker than in some of the vaster cities. There’s plenty of cultural and historical spots and the city is a healthy mix of the old and new. It’s also pretty close to several other cities, and there’s a large network of trains that can whizz you off for a weekend away in a matter of hours (public transport is relatively cheap). There are more than enough teaching opportunities for English teachers in Hangzhou and you can find positions in both private academies, public schools and even (for the very qualified) universities. Find out more about teaching English in Hangzhou here. 8. Chengdu Who will love it: PANDA LOVERS Population: 14.4 million Language: Mandarin Chinese Teaching English salary range: USD $1,200-1,800 per month Fun fact: PANDAS Types of ESL jobs: Ones that leave you plenty of time to visit pandas… Obvious bonus: Um...PANDAS, obviously. Chengdu is the city of pandas, it’s not called that, but they have a Panda reserve where they breed pandas every single year. Yes, you’ve understood correctly. There are baby pandas there to smush your little heart. On a slightly more serious note - Chengdu has more than just pandas to offer. There are lots of things to do with Mount Qingcheng (just your standard palace on a mountain, no biggie), and the Du Fu cottage both drawing crowds. A smallish city (by Chinese standards… huge by any other standards), this city is pretty affordable. In fact it’s home to quite a few expats who are drawn by the relaxed, sleepy vibe of the city, and (clearly) the pandas. The wages are good and the cost of living means English teachers can enjoy their life here. Highly recommended reading: Set relatively near by - River Town by Peter Hessler will inspire you to live the life of an English teacher in China. 9. Xi'an Who will love it: History lovers unite! Population: 8.4 million Language: Mandarin Chinese Teaching English salary range: $1,100 - 1,800 USD per month Fun fact: Some of the most unusual historical attractions you’ll find in China Types of ESL jobs: Private and public, as well as business English Obvious bonus: Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum (seriously!) We’re not joking when we say history buffs will be impressed. The powers of preservation have smiled kindly on Xi’an and there are some stunning archaeological things to see here. The Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum dates back to the 3rd century BC!!!! 1,000s of terracotta soldiers were buried with the emperor of the time and the sculptures still stand today. Other sites include the Xi’an city wall, Daming Palace, a drum tower and a great mosque. And that’s only skimming the surface of what this city has to offer. If you want to steep yourself in Chinese tradition and history - then this is probably the city for you. It’s easy to navigate on foot and also has a space exploration center and an arts center . A decent sized city, you shouldn’t have a problem landing an English teaching job here. 10. Ningbo Who will love it: Ex-business heads looking to teach English Population: 7.6 million Language: Mandarin Chinese Teaching English salary range: $1,200 - 1,600 USD per month Fun fact: Rumored to have the most developed economy in China! Types of ESL jobs: Private and public, as well as business English Obvious bonus: It’s super easy to access the rest of the country - Ningbo has a railway network that forks out to the rest of China Just a two-hour train ride from Shanghai, Ningbo is a doorway to the rest of China. You’ll have no trouble jumping on a train and seeing the rest of the country. Of all the smaller cities this is probably the most globally minded. It’s home to many international businesses and expats and is considered a business hub, Wander the streets and gawk at skyscrapers disappearing into the clouds, or hop in next door to bow at a local temple. This city is a juxtaposition of the old and new - giving you enough of life’s modern comforts to keep you sane and enough of Ancient China to make you feel like you’re getting your daily dose of culture. The concentration of international businesses means the demand for English teachers is high. So why not add this to your list of Chinese cities you’d like to live in. 11. Nanjing Who will love it: Culture vultures, foodies Population: 8.3 million Language: Mandarin Chinese, Nanjing dialect Teaching English salary range: USD $1,200-2,000 per month Fun fact: This is one of the Four Great Ancient Capitals of China Types of ESL jobs: Private and public, as well as business English Obvious bonus: Nanjing salted duck is served here, which is said to be the inspiration for Peking duck. So - calling all foodies! Also known as the “city of culture” - this is a small city with plenty to do and see. Whether you plan to explore palaces and temples or wander around shops, bars and restaurants. There’s an eclectic mix, with plenty of western brands to keep you company. Just north of Shanghai - the big city is never far away! But you can retreat to this little center of culture, calmness and history for your day-to-day living. There are lots of parks dotted about the place, so plenty of green to break up that concrete. This city is definitely a great place to teach English and there’s a friendly expat community that will welcome you immediately. Jobs include everything from public to private schools - so you should be able to find a job that pays well for a city with a lower cost of living. Find out more about teaching English in Nanjing here.

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