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jirou

jirou

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American °µÍø½ûÇø in China

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22

About me

American, Single

Lives in Shanghai, Shanghai Shi

Speaks English

Registration: 25 September 2016

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jirou replied to a thread
6 years ago
Priscilla

Working conditions and labour laws in China by Priscilla

Hello, Working conditions differ across the world, and as a working °µÍø½ûÇø, it is important to know your rights as an employee. Are working conditions standard in China? For instance, are working hours, paid time off, and sick leave different ...

jirou

I work with people over 60. Are you sure you’re right about this? And I know a business owner who is 71. Read More

jirou replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

The best apps for °µÍø½ûÇøs in China by Priscilla

Hello, We invite you to share information regarding some of the apps that have helped to facilitate your move abroad in China. This will help °µÍø½ûÇøs-to-be who are making the move as well. Which apps did you use while preparing your move to ...

jirou

Wechat is all you need to stay connected to friends in different cities or countries around the world, pay bills, get a taxi, ride a no bike, top up your phone. And who knows what other updates coming. Taobao to buy anything you want Bonapp to ... Read More

jirou replied to a thread
7 years ago
Julien

New members of the China forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the China forum? DonÂ’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your °µÍø½ûÇø story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...

jirou

If that’s your plan then you must apply to a Chinese university for Chinese lessons. Jiaotong university has Chinese language courses for foreigners but I don’t know the visa situation. Some programs are 4 weeks many hours per day and ... Read More

jirou replied to a thread
7 years ago
lucijen

English teacher job in China with an Asian appearance by lucijen

I am an Australian born Chinese and looking to move to China in a few months. In particular, I am only considering Shanghai at the beginning as my family is there and that is the reason I am going. I am looking at my job options and it seems ...

jirou

You just need to show you’re qualified. The Asians that are successfully hired are the ones with a teaching background and education degree. They also have no knowledge of mandarin. These things make it easier for the parents to accept. ... Read More

jirou replied to a thread
7 years ago
Julien

New members of the China forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the China forum? DonÂ’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your °µÍø½ûÇø story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...

jirou

Chinese language training centers are quite expensive. You can find good private tutors that are less expensive. I found mine on Craig’s list. 100¥ per hour. Read More

jirou replied to a thread
7 years ago
lucijen

English teacher job in China with an Asian appearance by lucijen

I am an Australian born Chinese and looking to move to China in a few months. In particular, I am only considering Shanghai at the beginning as my family is there and that is the reason I am going. I am looking at my job options and it seems ...

jirou

Not an Asian. Just helped with hiring. And I’ve seen it from that angle. Read More

jirou replied to a thread
7 years ago
ahmadss

can i open bank account ? by ahmadss

Hello next week I will in Shanghai for 2 weeks I am planning to open bank account is it possible ?

jirou

I just noticed the age of this post..... my phone didn't show that as clearly as my computer did... ooops.. ahhaha maybe someone else has the same question hhaha Read More

jirou replied to a thread
7 years ago
Julien

New members of the China forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the China forum? DonÂ’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your °µÍø½ûÇø story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...

jirou

I'm Jeromy, from the USA. I came to Shanghai in 2011 after seeing an ad on Facebook about teaching in China. I took a year off my teaching contract at home and came here.... now 7 years later ----- I'M STILL HERE! Loving every minute of ... Read More

jirou replied to a thread
7 years ago
ahmadss

can i open bank account ? by ahmadss

Hello next week I will in Shanghai for 2 weeks I am planning to open bank account is it possible ?

jirou

It’s already been stated and the information is correct. As of sometime in 2017.. you now need more than a passport to open a bank account. So you will not be able to do so unless you have a Z working visa or other acceptable. (Tourist is ... Read More

jirou replied to a thread
7 years ago
R_Mortisse

Starting fund amounts for 1st time °µÍø½ûÇø? by R_Mortisse

I am a 1st time °µÍø½ûÇø, considering making the move to Shaghai. Can anyone give me advice, on how much would be a decent amount of bankroll funding to have to make the move? Any good advice you can share on actually making the move to there? Anything ...

jirou

No you cannot work in china without degrees and experience. Visa requirements all seem to factor in at least a 4 year bachelor degree Read More

jirou replied to a thread
7 years ago
Julien

New members of the China forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the China forum? DonÂ’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your °µÍø½ûÇø story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...

jirou

@ woosch Wouldn't recommend any schools in Beijing. Too much pollution as compared to the rest of the country. and the international hub is.. Shanghai! Read More

jirou replied to a thread
7 years ago
lucijen

English teacher job in China with an Asian appearance by lucijen

I am an Australian born Chinese and looking to move to China in a few months. In particular, I am only considering Shanghai at the beginning as my family is there and that is the reason I am going. I am looking at my job options and it seems ...

jirou

Having some experience with this... It depends on the School or Learning Center where you're trying to get hired. It also has to do with the students parents... They will say you have a chinese accent even if you have never spoken a word of ... Read More

jirou replied to a thread
7 years ago
lucijen

Personal/Annual Leave as an ESL teacher in China by lucijen

Hi! I'm looking to apply to be an English teacher in China by the end of this year, but I know that I will need to come back to Australia for two short occasions next year. Can anyone tell me what it is like to take personal/annual leave there? ...

jirou

Also depends if you’re teaching in a school or training center. Neither of them really want to let you have extra time out of the classroom. There are kids to teach. Most schools have quite a bit of holiday. 2 weeks to 1 month at Chinese New ... Read More

jirou replied to a thread
8 years ago
CloMoore

Benefits of moved family to Asia by CloMoore

Is it Beneficial for my Husband ( Engineering Project Manager, Myself ( Production Engineer / Engineering Lecture) and our 4 young kids ( all under 6) to move to China? Will our kids be safe and enjoy it? Will we gain financially by moving?

jirou

Dear Salem_sby Why do you need to take a chinese person with you in a taxi? learn pinyin and its simple to say street addresses. i don't know any chinese (very little) but i can look at pinyin and say what i need to say to a taxi ... Read More

jirou replied to a thread
8 years ago
alok1974

Shaghai : 29,700 RMB per month (after tax and aptt paid), saving?? by alok1974

I got an offer for 29,700 RMB per month after Tax in Shanghai. My housing will be paid for (around 8500 - 9000 RMB per month). I need to live close middle Longhua Road. I am a single person looking for a moderate lifestyle - maybe a movie per week. ...

jirou

i live on a 100rmb budget per day after paying housing expenses. weekends i have a higher fun budget.. as well as my usual taobao monthly spending allowance. i save 16,000 each month. Read More