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Salary & Benefits of Public School Jobs in Hong Kong

Teach English in Hong Kong

As China's window to the West, Hong Kong is a unique place with lots to offer to foreign workers. With a 98% Chinese population, you can enjoy a true flavour of China mixed with Western and multi-Asian elements brought to Hong Kong by years of foreign influences. English and Cantonese are official languages and Mandarin (the official language in China) is on the rise. However, even though English languge is official, a considerable need for English language training in schools is on a steady rise.

Teach Away offers two year placements in Hong Kong for candidates with previous teaching experience.  Teachers work within the Hong Kong public school system and are often accompanied by a local teacher in the classroom.  THe Native English Teacher (NET) scheme in Hong Kong requres teachers to have completed their teaching certification.  Successful candidates will enjoy lucrative benefits.

Basic Benefits of NET jobs in Hong Kong

Start DateAugust 2009
End DateAugust 2011
LocationAll across Hong Kong
(detailed map)
Student LevelElementary & Secondary Schools
Working Hours08:00-17:00 Secondary School
08:30-15:30 Primary Whole Day School
07:30-13:00 Primary Bi-Sessional AM School
13:30-18:30 Primary Bi-Sessional PM School
Monthly SalaryHK$21,820 - HK$45,970 (approx. $2,850-$6,000)
AirfareRoundtrip airfare included (reimbursed upon arrival)
Airfare provided to families for up to 5 persons
AccommodationHousing Allowance of HK$12,950/month
(approx. $1,667/month)
VacationNational holidays, summer vacation
(flexible, determined by school)
Medical InsuranceAllowance for Family Health Care
Additional BenefitsBonus Pay, Retention Bonus, Cash Advances on Salary
Luggage Allowance, Medical Allowance, Free flight


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