 6 facts about teaching English in China Teaching English in China is as popular as ever, and is one of the best places to put your TEFL certificate to use. In 2014, 7.26 million students graduated with bachelor's and master's degrees, and the numbers were expected to rise in 2015. There are over 30,000 organizations or companies offering private English classes, with the Chinese market having nearly doubled in size in the last five years, and is now worth around $3.1 billion. Money in China is good for English teachers. Certified TEFL teachers in China can expect to make between $1,000 to $2,500. Those teaching at an international school, however can make up to $4,700. How far exactly will your salary get you in China? Most TEFL teachers put away a good amount of their salaries and save them up. You can live quite comfortably when teaching in China. Head away from the famous cities to save money. Most foreigners are settled in the Big Three, Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou. However the cost of living in these cities is much higher than in other cities across China, and TEFL teachers would do well to consider other destinations in China. Don't get stuck on those famous cities, but rather consider other big and mid-sized cities all over China. Other great destinations include Shenzhen, Chengdu, Wuhan or Hangzhou. China is increasingly diverse in its metropolitan areas. You can also be sure to meet other fellow expatriates from your country in China. The Chinese metropolises are getting increasingly diverse with people from South Korea, India, the United States, Canada, France, Germany, Japan, Australia, Vietnam and Myanmar ranking in the top 10. There is an excellent transport network. The excellent transportation network throughout the country, lets you travel the giant Asian nation easily and on a cheap budget. Overnight buses, high-speed trains, and quick domestic flights guarantee a comfortable journey within China. As of 2015, China is home to just under 20,000 kilometers of rail tracks, including the world's longest line, the 2,298 kilometers Beijing Guangzhou high-speed railway. The country is ideally situated for exploring the wider region. It's also worth noting that China is bordered by 14 Asian nations, most of which can be reached by train, bus, or airplane. Why not take a bus down to Vietnam and enjoy the summer on one of the southeast Asian countries' gorgeous beaches? Or how about venturing into Mongolia, a country of spectacular scenery and historic value? How about traveling the footsteps of the ancient traders of the Silk Road, which started in modern-day Shen? Chinese food in China is even more delicious than back home. China is famous for its food all over the world. However Chinese food back home is not at all like the locals cook in the motherland. Don't let anyone fool you and tell you Chinese food is all spicy. That's only partly true. China has developed eight unique cuisines during the course of its 5,000-year history, from sweet, over sour, bitter, salty, and onto spicy. Do you want to teach English in China?