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1405 Arch Street
Berkeley, CA 94708

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510-486-8170

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510-486-8160

EMAIL:
errc@errchina.com
Chinese Characters ERRC University Teaching Programs: An Open Door
China is now finishing its second decade of transformation from an ideologically isolated society to one that the Chinese themselves proclaim is "reforming and opening up to the outside world." During these years, China has vaulted into a position of one of the most influential countries in the world. In order to meet their modernization goals, Chinese educational institutions are in great need of foreign teachers and experts. Every year ERRC receives many more requests from universities for teachers of English (and many other fields) than it can possibly fill.

We thank God for these open doors for Christians from the West to serve the educated Chinese who will be the future leaders of China. Our teachers live on campus and build relationships with students and colleagues in and out of the classroom. Their lives are simple but filled with the joy of an enriching cross-cultural experience.

Program Strengths
ERRC
  • Is China-focused
  • Fosters long-term commitments to China
  • Has an in-depth understanding of China
  • Has 20 years of experience placing Christian teachers in fields that match their training and experience
  • Has staff workers with bilingual skills and bicultural background
  • Attracts mature, experienced professionals who meet leading key universities requirements
  • Has developed long-term relationships with 40 key universities in major cities in China.
  • Negotiates individualized contracts to match each teacher's availability.
  • Promotes a caring community among its field partners teaching in the same city.
  • Is cost-effective


ERRC Provides
  • A two-week pre-departure orientation in Oakland, CA
  • Individualized budgeting process
  • English teaching curriculum guide, advice and support
  • Support raising advice
  • Group medical insurance
  • Visa acquisition
  • Travel arrangements
  • Pastoral care/counseling visitations
  • Communication liaison between the teacher and school administration
  • Mid-term retreat
  • Debriefing and follow-up


Qualifications
A BA or BS in any subject will qualify you to teach English. A Ph.D. and work experience are required for those wishing to teach subjects other than English. Specialized English teacher-training is suggested and can be arranged with ERRC's help. A strong Christian commitment and a servant attitude are essential.

Fund Raising
All teachers going to China to teach should expect to raise support. Individual budgets are developed with help of ERRC staff to determine individual needs. For the first year, a single teacher may expect to raise around $7,000. Couples and families may expect to raise from $14-22,000. This includes cost of airfare, insurance, ERRC training, and other start-up costs.

Application Processs
The application process is easy. Simply e-mail us at errc@errchina.com with your contact information and a brief self-description, and attach a copy of your resume. You can expect to receive a phone call from one of our staff members shortly thereafter. We will also e-mail you our application form. Complete it and send it in, along with a check for the $50 application processing fee.