Teaching English in China in 2026 requires either a bachelor’s degree plus a 120-hour TEFL certification or a valid teaching license, along with securing a Z visa through a sponsoring school. Most positions open for August hiring fill up by early spring, so planning ahead matters if you’re considering this opportunity.
For educators exploring new horizons or parents curious about international teaching paths, China continues to welcome qualified English teachers across major cities like Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Chengdu. The application process has become more streamlined than in previous years, though the legal …