What benefits does ACES provide for teachers?
Of course, the greatest benefit for ACES teachers is the chance to have a fun, challenging, and unforgettable experience living and working abroad in a close community. More tangible benefits include: housing with basic utilities orientation and training (plus more intensive training and TEFL certification for inexperienced teachers) 5 hours weekly instruction in Mandarin Chinese airfare and visa expenses basic health coverage 4 weeks of paid vacation (plus December 24th and 25th or two alternative dates), with additional unpaid vacation available by request (according to work schedule) paid sick days logistical help from our supportive staff in solving daily problems, planning trips, etc participation in social activities, parties, outings, etc stable monthly pay regardless of teaching assignments part-time schedule, with overtime pay for weeks in which a teacher might be assigned in excess of 25 working hours (or 20 teaching hours) More specific details may be provided on request, an