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[tomrs]

Backstory: I will be graduating from college here in the United States in May and I am seriously moving to China to teach English. I can't speak a word of Chinese. My degree is in Economics and the only EFL experience I have came a summer ago when I worked at a student center for international students. I didn't teach any classes, just helped students with their homework.

I guess I don't know where to begin. I have gathered a few things through browsing these forums, but I still feel sort of clueless. Most people on this forum speak ill of recruiters, so what is the preferred route to landing a job in China? What type of salary should I expect? (I know it varies) What about housing? Pretty much any other information that would help a newb would be appreciated.

Also, as far as location, I have no real preference beyond a city that does not completely freeze over in the winter. I'm aware that in many cities central heating is not common, so I guess I'm looking for a city in a slightly warmer locale.

[spiral78]

I guess you'll be required to re-post this in the China forum. Not because your post isn't of general interest, but China's a very active topic on its own and you'll get faster/better/more responses there.

good luck!

[tomrs]

Thanks, will do