About Guizhou Forerunner College |
Do you want a unique experience and an exceptional way to discover rural China ? Do you want to find the quickest way to immerse yourself in authentic Chinese culture all while serving at an educational institution? If so, this opportunity might be right for you !
Guizhou Forerunner College seeks dedicated volunteers with College English Teaching backgrounds to teach talented but underprivileged youth as well as blind/visually impaired students and ethnic minorities in Guizhou Province for one or more semesters. Volunteer will also have the privilege to teach English to some elementary schools and high schools in Huishui County.
1) Bachelor's degree ,
2) 2 + years working experience (optional)
3) Be able to teach written and oral English to a wide range of students―including pronunciation and grammar, and through group exercises and discussions
4) Commit to at least one full semester of teaching, Longer stays are encouraged.
5) B e flexible, and have a positive personality and loving heart.
6) Must speak Standard English
7.) Certificates in the field are a plus.
** Candidates are not required to speak or understand Chinese.
Benefits
1) Individual lodging, meals, travel subsidies , visa fee coverage,
2) Chinese lessons, insurance, access to the college's facilities including on-campus internet, sight-seeing tours,
3) Reference letters and recognition will be provided to all volunteers.
However, the greatest benefit you will receive is the priceless experience of teaching in China and contributing to the education of underprivileged youth . Beautiful scenery, low cost-of-living and an exceptional environment to learn Chinese await you should you come!
Position Starts: September 2011
Position Status: Full Time,
Location
Guizhou Forerunner College is located in Birds Creek Scenic Area, Huishui County, Guizhou Province (southwestern China), only 60 minutes away from Longdongbao International Airport in Guiyang, the capital of the province. While Guizhou is the poorest province in terms of GDP and per capita income, it is also one of the richest in terms of minority culture and physical beauty. Surrounded by freshwater springs and situated within a national forest, the college serves as a perfect place for students, professors and volunteers alike to study, live, rest in and explore and enjoy the natural splendor of rural China.
