jirou
American expat in China
Forum posts
22
About me
American, Single
Lives in Shanghai, Shanghai Shi
Speaks English
Registration: 25 September 2016
Working conditions and labour laws in China by Priscilla
Hello, Working conditions differ across the world, and as a working expat, it is important to know your rights as an employee. Are working conditions standard in China? For instance, are working hours, paid time off, and sick leave different ...
I work with people over 60. Are you sure you’re right about this? And I know a business owner who is 71. Read More
The best apps for expats in China by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share information regarding some of the apps that have helped to facilitate your move abroad in China. This will help expats-to-be who are making the move as well. Which apps did you use while preparing your move to ...
Wechat is all you need to stay connected to friends in different cities or countries around the world, pay bills, get a taxi, ride a no bike, top up your phone. And who knows what other updates coming. Taobao to buy anything you want Bonapp to ... Read More
Where are you my roommate?
If you already have an apartment - post your shared apartment on the Housing section here or on SmartShanghai. That's how my friends have found roommates.... If you don't have an apartment.. search for a roommate who already has the space ... Read More
New members of the China forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the China forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
If that’s your plan then you must apply to a Chinese university for Chinese lessons. Jiaotong university has Chinese language courses for foreigners but I don’t know the visa situation. Some programs are 4 weeks many hours per day and ... Read More
English teacher job in China with an Asian appearance by lucijen
I am an Australian born Chinese and looking to move to China in a few months. In particular, I am only considering Shanghai at the beginning as my family is there and that is the reason I am going. I am looking at my job options and it seems ...
You just need to show you’re qualified. The Asians that are successfully hired are the ones with a teaching background and education degree. They also have no knowledge of mandarin. These things make it easier for the parents to accept. ... Read More
New members of the China forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the China forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Chinese language training centers are quite expensive. You can find good private tutors that are less expensive. I found mine on Craig’s list. 100¥ per hour. Read More
English teacher job in China with an Asian appearance by lucijen
I am an Australian born Chinese and looking to move to China in a few months. In particular, I am only considering Shanghai at the beginning as my family is there and that is the reason I am going. I am looking at my job options and it seems ...
Not an Asian. Just helped with hiring. And I’ve seen it from that angle. Read More
can i open bank account ? by ahmadss
Hello next week I will in Shanghai for 2 weeks I am planning to open bank account is it possible ?
I just noticed the age of this post..... my phone didn't show that as clearly as my computer did... ooops.. ahhaha maybe someone else has the same question hhaha Read More
New members of the China forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the China forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
I'm Jeromy, from the USA. I came to Shanghai in 2011 after seeing an ad on Facebook about teaching in China. I took a year off my teaching contract at home and came here.... now 7 years later ----- I'M STILL HERE! Loving every minute of ... Read More
can i open bank account ? by ahmadss
Hello next week I will in Shanghai for 2 weeks I am planning to open bank account is it possible ?
It’s already been stated and the information is correct. As of sometime in 2017.. you now need more than a passport to open a bank account. So you will not be able to do so unless you have a Z working visa or other acceptable. (Tourist is ... Read More
Starting fund amounts for 1st time Expat? by R_Mortisse
I am a 1st time Expat, considering making the move to Shaghai. Can anyone give me advice, on how much would be a decent amount of bankroll funding to have to make the move? Any good advice you can share on actually making the move to there? Anything ...
No you cannot work in china without degrees and experience. Visa requirements all seem to factor in at least a 4 year bachelor degree Read More
Working in China
you categorically cannot work as a teacher in china with a Zimbabwean passport. the Expert certificate required to be a teacher has 5 or 6 native english speaking countries for their requirements. even some who are native speakers are not in that ... Read More
Starting fund amounts for 1st time Expat?
I began in Shanghai in 2011.(wow) with 1000$ i was able to get an interest free loan from my school to help set up an apartment that i was able to slowly repay over 4 months. Since i came with a job already in hand.. my first pay was 1 month after i ... Read More
New members of the China forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the China forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
@ woosch Wouldn't recommend any schools in Beijing. Too much pollution as compared to the rest of the country. and the international hub is.. Shanghai! Read More
Kindergarten ESL Teachers
Any qualified people out there looking a position in a IB PYP Bilingual kindergarten? DM ME! Immediate start available 1 position. August 15 start available 10+ positions in 4 locations around Shanghai, Suzhou & Hangzhou. Read More
English teacher job in China with an Asian appearance by lucijen
I am an Australian born Chinese and looking to move to China in a few months. In particular, I am only considering Shanghai at the beginning as my family is there and that is the reason I am going. I am looking at my job options and it seems ...
Having some experience with this... It depends on the School or Learning Center where you're trying to get hired. It also has to do with the students parents... They will say you have a chinese accent even if you have never spoken a word of ... Read More
Advice about getting teaching gigs?
You cannot work in china as an English teacher. In order to get a proper working visa to be an English teacher you have to have a passport from a list of 5 native English language countries. Read More
Personal/Annual Leave as an ESL teacher in China by lucijen
Hi! I'm looking to apply to be an English teacher in China by the end of this year, but I know that I will need to come back to Australia for two short occasions next year. Can anyone tell me what it is like to take personal/annual leave there? ...
Also depends if you’re teaching in a school or training center. Neither of them really want to let you have extra time out of the classroom. There are kids to teach. Most schools have quite a bit of holiday. 2 weeks to 1 month at Chinese New ... Read More
Benefits of moved family to Asia by CloMoore
Is it Beneficial for my Husband ( Engineering Project Manager, Myself ( Production Engineer / Engineering Lecture) and our 4 young kids ( all under 6) to move to China? Will our kids be safe and enjoy it? Will we gain financially by moving?
Dear Salem_sby Why do you need to take a chinese person with you in a taxi? learn pinyin and its simple to say street addresses. i don't know any chinese (very little) but i can look at pinyin and say what i need to say to a taxi ... Read More
Internet Service in Shanghai
for home internet as far as i know there is only one... China Telecom. i was never given any other options and have lived in various places around the city. For phone you can get 4G from all the major wireless carriers = China Telecom, China ... Read More
Shaghai : 29,700 RMB per month (after tax and aptt paid), saving?? by alok1974
I got an offer for 29,700 RMB per month after Tax in Shanghai. My housing will be paid for (around 8500 - 9000 RMB per month). I need to live close middle Longhua Road. I am a single person looking for a moderate lifestyle - maybe a movie per week. ...
i live on a 100rmb budget per day after paying housing expenses. weekends i have a higher fun budget.. as well as my usual taobao monthly spending allowance. i save 16,000 each month. Read More
Salary for Indian Expat to Live Shanghai by aslambashaa
I'm an India national and a muslim. I got a job offer from a software company in Shanghai, China. I have been offered a salary of RMB 17000 gross per month. The net salary range would be RMB 13500 I guess. I'm married, no kids yet. I will ...
that's the average pay of an untrained english teacher... i think the company is not paying you well or thinks you're unqualified.... qualified and people with degrees make much much more than this Read More