Taiwan vs China

[smsfarrar]

Hello,
My name is Michael. I am new to AAC. I was wondering how teaching in China compares to teaching in Taiwan. Also, what is the best way to find a job in Taiwan and what is the process like?

Thanks,
Michael

[Margy]

Same as in other Asian countries. Apply to the jobs advertised on the job boards and by directly contacting recruiters and schools.

I have found though that it's easier to land in Taiwan and find yourself a teaching job as many CAN speak English in public if asking street directions etc. China on the other hand is absolutely hopeless. I have asked questions in English in Beijing, and 90% of those I asked couldn't even understand the most basic of English questions. So best is to land yourself a job BEFORE you arrive to China.

Expect a telephone interview if you are going thru the process of job seeking before arriving to that country.

[waixingren]

I only have experience in China...
It's easy to find a job here. Finding a good one can be difficult though. If you go for China, I'd skip Beijing and Shanghai--that's where most people go for jobs, and the usually the good ones are taken.
I've heard Taiwan pays better, but I'm not sure what the standard of living is. As for horror stories, I think I've heard an even ratio on both sides.