Teach English In Taiwan

Overview

When you go abroad to teach English in Taiwan with GeoVisions Foundation, you will be earning more than a competitive salary. Your teaching job can be an excellent alternative to the traditional post-graduate employment path. It is also an amazing opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others while experiencing the rich culture of the East.

Taiwan is a country of contrast, where cutting edge modern conveniences lie below a traditional culture that remains strong today.

There are many opportunities for adventure to be found while teaching English in Taiwan. From discovering the chaotic city night markets to hiking on Yangminshan to lounging on the beaches of Kenting, you will find there is plenty to explore.

If you want to immerse yourself in Chinese culture and learn Mandarin Chinese while still having all the modern conveniences available, teaching in Taiwan is for you!

Fee

$350

Duration

One-year contract required.

Visa

Not Included.  For US citizens, you can enter Taiwan without a visa. Then your school director will assist you with the documentation necessary to apply for an ARC (Alien Residence Certificate).  For those outside of the US, a tourist visa is needed in advance of arriving in Taiwan.

Eligibility

• Applicants must be native English speakers.
• Applicants must be from Australia, Belize, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, UK, USA.
• Applicants must have a bachelors degree in any field. We can also accept a 2-year degree (Associates) if you have TEFL certification in advance.
• Applicants must be in good mental health and physically fit to work with students as young as 3 years old.
• Teachers will prepare in-class activities focused on language development such as dialogues, games, pronunciation and grammar activities, songs, role-playing, and conversation groups.
• Plan lessons and presentations for your class.
• Attend some faculty meetings.

Start Dates

2019 Dates: (subject to change)

• Jan 8 (medium intake)
• Feb 19 (large intake)
• Apr 8 (medium intake)
• May 13 (small intake)
• Jun 18 (small intake)
• Jul 15 (large intake)
• Aug 19 (large intake)
• Sep 14 (medium intake)
• Nov 18 (small intake)

If you have only 1, 2 or 3 months, consider our summer paid teach program in Thailand, China, or our volunteer teach programs in Italy or Costa Rica.

Costs

$350

The fee you pay to teach in Taiwan goes to our 501(c)(3) non-profit public charity, The GeoVisions Foundation. Be sure to speak to your tax preparer to see if any of these fees can be deducted as a charitable donation. Also, ask your tax preparer about moving costs and if you can deduct those as well.

Salary and Benefits

A minimum monthly salary of $1,680 is guaranteed, even if you teach the minimum of hours. We guarantee you will not make less than $1,680 US per month. Most of our teachers in Taiwan earn up to $2,000 US per month. For those willing to teach extra hours, the monthly salary can increase substantially.

Assistance in finding accommodation is included, but teachers pay their own rent. Rent is generally between USD $250 and $400 per month, exclusive of electricity and water (which is generally quite affordable). In some instances Internet is provided in accommodation costs, in other instances, it must be purchased separately.

Teachers are awarded an accredited TEFL Certificate at the end of their first year. This encompasses initial training, branch training, 1, 3, and 6-month follow-up training, and a minimum of 800 hours of practicum teaching. This TEFL certificate is FREE.

You will receive 15 paid public holidays and another 10 paid vacation days, based on the schools’ protocol.

What's Included

• Job Placement.
• An experienced U.S. based GeoVisions Program Manager who will serve as your coordinator and liaison with our in-country staff in Taiwan.
• Professional, locally-based staff to provide orientation, supervision, and guidance throughout your stay.
• Pre-departure assistance.
• Travel and accident insurance along with emergency evacuation insurance for US permanent residents.
• Important documents, including in-depth pre-departure packs, orientation information, and all in-country informational materials.
• Curricula with a full range of support materials such as CDs, posters, and visual aids, and classes are clearly structured. 
• 1-day follow-up training is held for all new teachers three times in their first year. They are held after 1, 3, and 6 months of teaching.
• A toll-free 24-hour emergency hotline in the U.S.
• A 12-month contract with a screened school.

What's Not Included

• Meals.
• Local transportation.
• Visa costs.
• Accommodation.
• Airfare. 

TEFL/TESOL

If you have a Bachelor's degree, you do not need a TEFL or TESOL certificate for this program. In fact, by the end of your year, you will have earned a full 800-Hour TEFL certificate for free.

If you have an Associate's degree, you will need TEFL or TESOL certification to be accepted. There are many places to earn your TEFL or TESOL certification. One of those places is GeoVisions Foundation. If you decide to also include your TEFL/TESOL certification through GeoVisions, you will receive a $100 credit.

With GeoVisions Foundation, you can earn your 120-hour TEFL Certification online, or take your GeoVisions Foundation course onsite in Peru, Turkey, Italy or Greece and then travel to Taiwan to begin teaching after graduation. The in-class TEFL consists of 130-hours and 10 hours of practicum. Please let us know if you have any interest in these courses.