In 2025, salaries vary significantly based on location, type of school, and a teacher’s qualifications. Here’s our guide of what you can expect to earn as a foreign teacher in China this year.

What an excellent question! And certainly not a situation with a clear ‘yes’ or ‘no’ answer. Job hunting is never straightforward, and it’s not uncommon to receive interest from schools or locations that you hadn’t previously considered.

So, what should you do when you receive an interview invite for a role you’re not entirely sold on?

For many educators, teaching abroad begins as a temporary adventure. It’s a way to explore new countries while doing meaningful work- a win-win opportunity!

Chinese education authorities have announced that starting in September 2025, schools in Beijing will implement AI courses into primary and secondary school curriculums.

What do schools want to know about you once we’ve sent them your CV? We reveal the questions that pop up the most, to give you the chance to think about how your CV comes across, and how you can make that all important positive first impression.

An intro video supports your overall application, by allowing a school to see the extra details that they can’t get from your CV. Check out our guide on how to get your intro video right the first time.

Including exclusive insight from a leadership perspective, from school leadership specialist André Double, CEO of Leading Your International School (LYIS).

Have you been successfully placed by Totally Teach before? We’d love to have you back! If you’re looking for a new role, return to Totally Teach, pass probation, and we’ll pay you 1,500 RMB. It’s as simple as that!

Check out our top suggestions on why schools might not be getting back to you after your interview, and how to change this!

Tier 2 cities in China are often provincial capitals or large urban areas that aren’t as globally recognised but still offer a range of benefits to residents.  Here are some of the key advantages of living in a Tier 2 city in China:

Finding a new job is an excellent chance to negotiate for a higher salary, but it can feel like a daunting topic to bring up with your new potential employer. Follow our top advice on how to approach salary negotiations.

Looking to learn flexibly while achieving an award recognised in a range of educational settings? This acclaimed PGCE (non-QTS) programme is delivered online as a distance learning provision.

Early childhood is a crucial stage of development, meaning that private, public and international schools will carefully consider which kind of curriculum they will implement for young learners. And there’s quite a few out there; informed by years of studies, philosophies and knowledge. 

Happy New Year! 2025 is here! We’re so excited to be back working with our wonderful teachers and schools, and helping YOU find your next, dream teaching position.

What. A. Year.

I won’t sugarcoat things; it has been a rollercoaster of a year. The recruitment market has changed once again.

The Winter holidays and job hunting aren’t usually two things that go together. However, we have a few reasons why the Christmas period can be a surprisingly good time to get some early applications in.

Which one is right for you, and your teaching career?

We have broken down the info to give you the pros and cons of both, so you can make a decision that suits you.

Ever felt unsure about taking a job at a brand new campus? We outline 5 ways a new campus creates new opportunities!

Learning about different traditions and celebrations, even those from other cultures, offers a variety of benefits for students such as building global awareness and promoting inclusivity.

The benefits of learning a second language extend far beyond linguistic proficiency.

From professional advantages to personal growth, learning another language can enrich your life in so many ways.