You, as an Edu-Pal, would be considered as an “older sibling” to the child(ren) in your host family. Your primary focus would be to facilitate English learning in your home environment. In exchange for your educational assistance, you will be offered the Chinese language (Mandarin) classes, cultural events, and cross-country cultural excursions! In addition to the food and accommodation provided by your host family, you will also receive a monthly stipend of “pocket money” and scholarship & flight compensation.
Edu-Pal support is one of our top priorities. We provide one Facilitator for every ten Edu-Pals, in addition to a one on one Peer-Mentor support system, to ensure that each participant is well supported. We will be there for you every step of the way. When you arrive at the airport, you will see our faces waiting for you; when you meet your host family, we will be there to help you adjust to your new environment; when you have a question or concern, we will meet with you face-to-face or via text message, to support you with your needs.
Why choose Edu-Pal China? Well, with our uniquely designed language curriculum, invaluable cultural events, and amazing travel opportunities, you can expand your knowledge on Chinese language and culture much more efficiently than in your home country, or otherwise. What better way is there to learn, grow, and create a lifetime of memories in China, with a limited budget? With your passion for language and your love for spending time with children, you are being offered a life-changing experience, which also reflects well on your resume!
What you can expect from us:
- The best offer. Providing a visa invitation, insurance, monthly stipend, arrival package (airport pickup, SIM card, transportation card, etc.), program training, 24/7 emergency assistance, Program reward in the name of scholarships and flight compensation up to CNY 13,500.
- An educational and inspiring experience. Besides traditional Chinese cultural activities, such as calligraphy, tea ceremonies, and Chinese Kungfu and drama, we will also introduce you to the business environment in China by touring the “world factory," if you are interested. Apple products, PCs, drones, televisions, washing machines, coffee machines, clothes, ladies’ handbags and more are all manufactured in here.
- Mandarin (Chinese) classes and Chinese business culture class. From zero experience, where you learn about all the basics of Mandarin, to advance levels, where you can polish your Mandarin like a native, you will be in a class tailored to your level.
- Tours around Shenzhen as well as national travel around China.
- Mentorship throughout the whole program. Our team will help you be well prepared for cultural awareness, packing for departure, fitting into your host family, getting along with your host children, TEFL skills, Career-China counsel, etc. so that you will feel supported!
- A lasting relationship with entrepreneurial families. Most of the families are successful entrepreneurs, experts in international business or famous economists in China. You will become good friends with and a member of your host family, which can be very helpful to your future academic research or career development.
