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Shanghai Stories: A Comprehensive Guide
The ultimate resource for educators interested in living and teaching in Shanghai, China. Over 15 years of firsthand experience distilled into one comprehensive 40-page guide.
- Practical advice on finding teaching positions
- Navigating daily life in Shanghai
- Cultural insights and classroom strategies
- 40 pages of firsthand experience
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The Global Classroom
A Teacher's Guide to Working and Thriving Abroad
A comprehensive roadmap for educators ready to take their career international. From landing your first overseas position to thriving in the classroom and beyond — drawing on 15+ years of teaching in Shanghai.
- Step-by-step guide to getting hired abroad
- ESL vs. international school career paths explained
- Destination spotlights: Asia, Europe, Middle East & more
- In-depth Shanghai insider's guide (Part IV)
- 35 pages of practical, firsthand advice
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Teaching in Shanghai
A Practical Guide for New and Aspiring Teachers
Everything a new or aspiring teacher needs to know before landing in Shanghai. From visa requirements and school types to classroom culture and daily life — a practical, no-nonsense guide built on 15+ years of experience.
- Visa and work permit process explained
- Public, private, and international school differences
- Classroom culture and teaching strategies
- Cost of living and salary expectations
- Neighborhood guide and daily life tips
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The Teacher's Guide to Tutoring in Shanghai
How Teachers Build Extra Income, Find Students, and Stay Legal
The definitive guide for teachers looking to supplement their income through private tutoring in Shanghai. Learn how to find students, set competitive rates, navigate the legal landscape, and build a sustainable tutoring practice.
- How to find and retain private students
- Setting rates and managing payments
- Legal considerations and visa compliance
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Reading Comprehension Grade 5
A set of 50 beautifully designed flashcards featuring essential Mandarin vocabulary for daily life in Shanghai. Perfect for beginners and intermediate learners.
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Classroom Activity Pack: Chinese Culture
A comprehensive activity pack for teaching Chinese culture in international classrooms. Includes 20+ printable worksheets, discussion prompts, and creative projects.
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Shanghai Neighborhood Map Poster
A beautifully illustrated map of Shanghai's most iconic neighborhoods. Features the French Concession, The Bund, Pudong, and more. High-resolution PDF.
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ESL Lesson Plan Bundle: Life in China
10 complete lesson plans designed for ESL/EFL teachers. Each lesson includes objectives, materials list, step-by-step instructions, and printable handouts.
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