The Totally Teach blog
Your guide to teaching abroad, career growth, and everything in between
Meet Teacher Jess
Jess is from Wales. She has been in Shanghai for two years and has kick-started a pretty awesome business venture! We loved speaking to her and hearing how it happened.
Transferring your work permit
Are you in China and moving from one job to another? Transferring your visa seems like a difficult process with a lot of steps and endless paperwork, and let’s be honest – we all dread it!
A history of mooncakes
Have you ever eaten a mooncake?
Mooncakes are generally eaten during Golden Week (1st-7th October), which celebrates the establishment of the People’s Republic of China.
Meet Teacher Shannon
There are endless opportunities in China to pursue your dreams outside of teaching. So we thought, why not interview teachers for at least the next month who have awesome hobbies and side gigs?
Visiting Wuxi
I recently went to Wuxi, and would recommend it to anyone wanting a change of scenery – to live or visit.
Kunming: Living Guide
This city has been blessed with unimaginable landscapes and snowy mountains making it a heaven for photographers. It’s known as ‘Spring City’ for escaping freezing winters and boiling hot summers.
Pursuing Other Passions
It always feels like we’re constantly told to pursue work that we’re passionate about. At least in the United States, this advice follows people from school and into their careers.
Feeling Overwhelmed?
Our work lives have become increasingly demanding, presenting us with more and more complex challenges which never seem to stop.
Xi’an: Living Guide
A lovely city to live in that’s rich with Chinese culture from the world famous Terracotta Army, to museums and its own great wall!
Top 10 apps for China
We’ve picked the top apps to 100% make your transition smoother and your life more efficient!
Sanya: Living Guide
The Hawaii of China, with miles of coastline, a tropical climate and lots of modern resorts guaranteeing a fun filled living experience.
Chengdu: Living Guide
A lovely city to live in filled with old and new. History lovers can come view the ancient temples, shops and tea rooms.
Shenzhen: Living Guide
China’s richest city and second most important center for finance behind Shanghai. You are coming to a highly developed area with top of the range bars, restaurants and clubs.
Suzhou: Living Guide
If you love ancient Chinese culture this is the city for you, ranging from the picturesque views in the gardens to the tranquil water towns, but still having a very modern transport system and lovely locals!
Guangzhou: Living Guide
A prosperous city that is influenced by Hong Kong and Macau, and is a hugely popular tourist destination just like Beijing and Shanghai.
Hangzhou: Living Guide
Have you been considering moving to another city? Hangzhou may be the place for you! Read on for more information on this beautiful city to see what it has to offer.
Types of Schools
There are different types of schools in China. Have a read below of the different kinds and see which one might suit you. Some do depend on your qualifications, and others have more opportunities no matter what your experience!
Beijing: Living Guide
History lovers, you are going to be in your element! This city is thriving in historical artifacts and natural beauty. If that’s not your forte, it’s still a hugely populated city with loads of expats.
CVs and Intro Videos
As with all jobs, you will need a CV to apply for teaching jobs in China. It is also highly recommended you record an intro video too.
Authenticate your documents
Moving to China means having access to some incredible new things. But packing wisely means you don’t have to say goodbye to anything either!