@jirou
American expat in China
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22 posts
About me
American, Single
Lives in Shanghai, Shanghai Shi
Speaks English
Registration: 25 September 2016
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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? by Yasya 90
Hello Guys!!!! How and where did you find the roommates ? I am trying to find a shared apartment in DaBaiShu area and hope to meet nice roommates-girls !!!!!! Looking forward for the help
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? Don’t 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? Don’t 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? Don’t 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 by Busi Coler
Hi my name is Busi and l am originally from Zimbabwe. I have been teaching English and living in South Africa for ten year. I have a BA English, PGCE English and a Masters in English. I want to know categorically if it is possible to get a teaching ...
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? by R_Mortisse
For a first time Expat, moving to Hangzhou from the USA, what would be a good amount of money to make the move with? Why so? And, in your own experiences, what was the most expensive aspect of the move?
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? Don’t 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