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  • This is probably in part a meritocracy, though how the government defines ‘merit’ is probably quite subjective.

    Humans are all too human. A purely statistical vote such as proportional representation is most likely the most scientific method regardless of what government is elected. If a civilisation must fall through its own vices and fallacy (oh hey, we’ve been there before!), then let’s allow the collective consciousness of our fellow human beings work it out.

    Ever…so…fucking…slowly.







  • That’s a good indication.

    However in reality, a degree is required to teach in China, and to get a valid work permit to do so, as a foreign professional.

    Without a degree, schools or kindergartens will offer other visas, such as a business visa, which is illegal. No matter how well established the school is, teachers have been busted for doing so.

    How about travelling there? China offers 30 day tourist visas. Then you can settle on whether you want to work on that degree and work in China.

    I visited Japan to consider whether to work there and while I enjoyed travelling there, I very strongly felt I wouldn’t want to work there. China spoils us teachers on relatively low hours, low living costs, and good pay!

    Edit: you were about to complete a degree in CS. A few teaching jobs are available for CS. Completion of the degree will open up these jobs, especially if you can show distinct proof of tutoring in CS (as an example) one year (which they can exaggerate to two years in the visa application). Otherwise use English teaching in China as an in-road to teaching CS at a high school level. It could kickstart a teaching career. 😉



  • China still offers quite a few teaching jobs but experience is usually required. If you’re autistic - excuse me for asking - how would you fare teaching in a classroom of students young, or older at high school age?

    The lesser qualified jobs (maybe only requiring a TEFL certificate) will involve teaching English in a large class of 30+ students, or teaching kids in kindergarten.

    Otherwise, very few jobs are available for people with little or no professional training in marketing, technology or other areas of expertise. A lot of these jobs need strong fluency in Chinese too.

    Anything is possible, but be aware of culture shock. In less metropolitan areas, getting around, eating the foods you’re used to, often severe hot weather, irregular communication and demands by the employer, and many other things will make it a unique experience, but one that may make you question your sanity in the first week or longer!