Imagine yourself in a classroom, teaching enthusiastic students the language you have used every day of your life - English. Imagine sharing your life, telling them your story, having them as friends. Imagine playing a significant role in their process of a major life transformation. You don't need to speak Chinese. You don't need to be a teacher by trade. You just need to be willing. Your teaching adventure in China begins in early September.  You and your teammates will spend 10 months teaching English in private schools to Chinese students ranging in age from kindergarten to college. You will typically spend approximately 15-16 hours per week in the classroom, while your time outside the classroom will be spent preparing for the next day's lessons and interacting with your students and the Chinese teachers. You'll quickly discover that your students are enthusiastic to get to know you at a personal level and enjoy learning more about who you are. China Teaching Fellowship was founded in 1997 as a program of English Language Institute/China (ELIC), the parent organization with over 25 years experience sending Christians into Asia to teach English and share life. Thousands of Chinese students await ELIC's arrival each year. Will you be there to offer them what they need most? An important part of a successful China experience is good preparation before your departure. All CTF instructors will attend an orientation program in California just before leaving for China. There are four areas that will be emphasized at training: curriculum, language and culture, team building, and cultural relations. Teachers are equipped with basic teaching strategies as well as prepared for classroom management. It is through these sessions that instructors are also given guidelines on relationship building with their students. In addition, a team leader trained through ELIC will provide support for you and your entire team while you serve in China.   ELIC's China Teaching Fellowship will accept applications from college graduates up to age 27 with a B.A. or B.S. in any field. In addition, applicants must fit the following criteria:   Committed Christian   Native English Speaker   Demonstrates potential for long-term service in Asia   Begin your own compelling journey. When is it?   China - mid August 2009 to late June 2010 Vietnam - mid July 2009 to late May 2010 When is the tuition? China-bound - $7500 US; $8500 CANADIAN Contact a Service Counselor for details on the VTF tuition Are there other expenses? North American transportation Medical Insurance One-year ELIC Insurance policies available: $3,080 US ($280 x 11) $2,035 CANADIAN ($185 x 11) *US residents may provide their own insurance - emergency evacuation insurance required What is included? Leadership from an ELIC trained team leader Curriculum resources International transportation Newsletter and communication support A monthly stipend of US $300 (begins in September) Is there an application deadline? * Priority Deadline - April 20, 2009 Final Deadline - May 18, 2009 * Individuals who submit an application after the priority deadline may be placed on a waiting list due to limited seats available.