TEFL Jobs in Taiwan

Taiwan is a great location to live and work as a TEFL teacher as there are plenty of job opportunities all around the country. If you are a native English speaker and possess a TEFL certificate and a university degree you should have little trouble finding a job to suit you.

The majority of teaching jobs are to be found in private language schools known locally as ‘bushibans’ which are located right across the country. Salaries are generally quite high in Taiwan so you should be able to save money while working here as the cost of living is relatively low. Working conditions are generally quite good as the Taiwanese people are very friendly and enjoy getting to know foreigners.

How to Find TEFL Jobs in Taiwan

It is often possible to gain TEFL employment in Taiwan through a recruiting firm without being in the country. However, you should make sure that you receive a contract from the actual school as sometimes the recruiting agency will not actually know where they will end up placing you. To avoid this situation, you should do a little research into the recruiting agency, as well as the schools they offer you.

Questions to Ask your Employer

Before you accept any job offer, there are a few questions you should always ask to avoid any unpleasant surprises once you start work. Obviously, you need to ask questions regarding your salary or hourly pay rates, as well as any levels of compensation for travel time and expenses that might be available. You should also enquire about the availability of school resources for lesson planning and teaching materials. Other questions regarding the need for work permits or visas, as well as how much help the school will provide with this are also advisable. Finally, you should ensure that you get all the important details confirmed in a written contract.