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Q: Over the past 2 years, by how much have teacher's wages gone up, on average?

I live in Shenzhen and two years ago I would make 5,000 RMB a month, with accomodation, airfare and lunches/dinners provided. Now that's gone up to 7,500 RMB.

I was wondering if that's representative of the norm or if I should be asking for more.

14 years 26 weeks ago in  Teaching & Learning - China

 
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I would say that the wages themselves have not gone up, but your experience has increased, allowing you to get better paid jobs.

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depends on the city i would say 1000rmb a month. (for the new year sept 2012)

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Shit, really!?! I make 33%+ more than 7,500rmb pm and this is my first (and definitely last) teaching job in China. The company I work for didn't even check my credentials (which are legitimate). This market is a disgrace, no wonder 'real' teachers don't respect 'China' on a resume.

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Wages are negotiable. They rise if you are able to show an effective combination of skills, experience, qualifications and attitude. Imo you get what you settle for.

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A: I'll give my two cents on the age part. It's not as easy but can defin
A:I'll give my two cents on the age part. It's not as easy but can definitely be done. I was 21, fresh out of university and landed my first teaching job in china as a homeroom kindergarten teacher on a pretty standard 20,000/month salary. I'm 1 year in now and am still happy. Pretty much all international kindergarten jobs on here want 2 years experience, but many will still accept if you have experience in your home country. With that being said, being white and having a nice looking face is much more of a decision factor in china vs the west, if you can- use it to your advantage. Good luck finding something! -- brinsleym