Showcasing award-winning skyscrapers & the country’s finest dedicated green spaces, this is the city of the future.
12 M
People
20
Schools
8
Subway Lines
Subtropical
Climate
The Emerald City of China
Teaching English in Shenzhen means you get to experience living in one of China’s biggest not-so-secret secrets. In fact, many teachers who visit during their time in China pick Shenzhen as one of their favorite places to visit thanks to the traditional attractions (temples, gardens, etc.), hiking mountains and sunny beaches all within the city limits.
It’s a city practically made for ESL teachers abroad with thousands of exciting international and local dining options, from convenient fast food to luxury dining. With hundreds of clubs and bars to enjoy the city’s nightlife, it's known around the country for its local live music scene.
Shenzhen is a migrant city. Teachers will meet people from all over China and find a diverse culture thanks to massive foreign investment and some of the best universities in China
Tropical plants everywhere – mango trees and durians in the street, and beautifully colored flowers along every main road or motorway
Coastal city with easy access to over a dozen beaches, blue skies, and only 6 weeks of mild winter
High concentration of Mandarin speakers with no local dialects
What we offer, teaching requirements, our process, TEFL certification & how to become a teacher
We offer training, professional development, weekly teacher events and annual flight allowance