Teach English in Hong Kong
Hong Kong is a global center for trade and commerce. It also offers among the best opportunities for highly qualified teachers to earn a high income while living in a world-class city.
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Jobs in Hong Kong
Earn a TEFL Certification to Teach English in Hong Kong
Earn an Ofqual Level 5 TEFL Certification
The TEFL Academy 168-Hour
Level 5 Online TEFL Certification
Level 5 Online TEFL Certification
Employment Requirements
Education
A minimum university bachelor degree is required to teach English in Hong Kong. Bachelor in Education or English as well as teaching qualification is highly preferred for public school positions.
TEFL Certification
TEFL Certification is required. A minimum of 150-hour TEFL certification which includes a practicum is recommended to qualify for NET Scheme positions.
Citizenship Requirements
The Hong Kong Government's Native English Teacher (NET) Scheme requires teachers to be native speakers of English or possess native-speaker English competence. There is no requirement to hiring specific nationalities. Private employers may prefer specific nationalities based on their school program needs
Contract Hours and Terms
Types of Jobs
NET Scheme jobs are primary and secondary public school teaching positions Some private school positions cater to school children while others cater to business professionals
Teaching Hours
20-30 teaching hours and lesson preparation time
Vacation
Public Schools: Public holidays and school holidays
Private Schools/Language Schools: Public holidays plus 7-14 paid vacation days
Specific vacation terms vary by employer
Contract Period
NET Scheme Employers: 2 years
Non-NET Scheme and Private Employers: Contract period varies by employer
Income and Living Costs
Salary
$2500- 6000 per month
Living Costs
$2500 - 5000 per month
Savings Potential
$400 - 3500 per month
Startup Cost
$2000 - 3000
Housing
NET Scheme: Housing allowance ~$3200 (25,000 HKD) per month
Non-NET Scheme and Private Schools: Housing allowance may be offered
Airfare
NET Scheme: Roundtrip airfare reimbursed for up to four family members
Non-NET Scheme and Private Schools Airfare cover or reimbursement varies by employer
Health Insurance
National Health Insurance System (co-pay)
Getting Hired
Best Time to Apply
NET Scheme: January
Other Employers Year-round
Hiring Process
1-2 interviews by phone or Skype, followed by job offer and contract if successful
Visas
Work visas provided. Many private school/language school positions prefer applicants who are Hong Kong residents
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