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TESall.com's Guide to Teaching English in Taiwan
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Taiwan PrimerTaiwan is a HUGE English teaching opportunity for native speakers with university degrees. While North American English is preferred there are opportunities for Britons, Aussies, Kiwis, South Africans and others as well. Most teachers find work at "buxibans," private language schools that specialize in cram-style courses for school-aged children and business professionals.Taiwan is a lucrative employment market that is popular with new graduates looking to pay off student loans, see the world and have a good time. More professional positions can be had in corporate situations, the public school system and universities for teachers with more experience and/or additional credentials. Full-time jobs should pay between NT$50,000 and NT$60,000 per month. If your contract pays an hourly wage, make sure a minimum number of hours are stipulated. Airfare is seldom paid and accommodation is usually not provided. Teachers need to budget money for start-up costs. Networking with teachers already in Taiwan to get feedback on schools, contracts, cost of living and savings potential. Taiwan is a small island but teaching situations definitely vary. When it comes to Taiwan it's not about getting a job; it's about getting a good one!  Get TESOL certified in Zhuhai then teach in Taipei! |
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EFL Teaching LinksForeign Affairs Canada publishes a valuable primer on teaching English in Taiwan that contains useful information for new teachers of all nationalities.Teaching English in Taiwan with Hess is a Transitions Abroad article by Gilbert Wong on his experience at Taiwan's largest chain school. Buxiban.com is a new portal site for teachers seeking work in China or Taiwan. Taiwan Teacher is still around despite not being updated in about five years. ESL Cafe's Job Information Journal for Taiwan is an archive of opinions and experiences on teaching and living in Taiwan. Teach-in-Taiwan is a newer website with more potential than content. Forumosa.com is the online meeting place for EFL teachers to discuss Taiwan. Michael Turton's Teaching English in Taiwan web site is full of information on teaching and living in Taiwan. David's Guide to Taiwan includes links and advice. ESL Cafe's Job Discussion Forum for Taiwan is an interactive Q+A site including experiences, warnings and recommendations. Scott Sommers' Taiwan Weblog is an ongoing discussion of English language teaching issues and opportunities in Taiwan and worldwide. Teaching English in Taiwan by Darby Cameron Doll is an older Transitions Abroad article. General InformationSinorama Magazine is a portal to all things Taiwanese.Taiwan Ho! is another portal site worth checking out. Website of The Taiwan Tourism Bureau. The Government Information Office website is an official portal with lots of information for expats in or considering Taiwan. The Taipei Times is Taiwan's premier English-languge newspaper. Information for Foreigners in Taipei is worth a look. Taiwan Stuff is a huge page of Taiwan links.  Click here to ask questions about teaching English in Taiwan!
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