Application Checklist

If you're interested in teaching with Aston in China or simply want to learn more about our schools and employment opportunities, the first and most important step is contacting This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to request an information packet. The info in the packet Michael will send you will help you decide if you and Aston are a good fit.

If the information packet looks good (or you've already made up your mind that Aston is the place for you), you can begin your application process by following the checklist below. While this is a rough guide and your application procedure may vary in small ways, it is a fairly accurate guide of the process.

As you are applying you should begin research on travel to China. At certain times of the year flights are more difficult to arrange and costs can fluctuate so looking into this early is a good idea.

# What to Do and When Things to Keep in Mind
1 Write to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it with any questions you have and ask for an Information Packet. This packet will have the proper application steps. At this point you may send a resume but you might be asked to resend it later in the application process.
2 Read over the information package carefully. Research the Aston website to determine if you can adapt to living in China and want to apply to Aston. Make sure to read the life in China page and the training page. This is the most important step. If you have any questions now is the time to write to Michael, the schools, or current employees and ask.
3 Send the documents below to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Complete applications must contain: Michael will organize your documents to start a file on your application.
a) Brief cover letter a) Your cover letter should include your desired start date, contract length, number of hours per week and city preferences.
b) Resume b) Please make every effort to keep your resume condensed to one page.
c) Scan of passport c) The picture and numbers must be legible or the Chinese government will refuse to issue a visa. Please try to keep the scanned file size under 150 Kb.
d) 2 Reference letters d) References must be either a letter, e-mail or fax. Just providing contact information is not acceptable as we must be able to print out references for visa purposes.
e) Scan of diploma e) Again, try to keep this under 150 Kb.
4 Once all of the documents have been sent in, Michael will schedule a time with you for a phone interview. Michael is based in The United States and is available most days for interviews. Please feel free to contact him anytime on Skype at "aesnewjersey" or let him know how he can reach you.
5 Phone interview This is the time to ask any last questions you have and confirm you are ready to teach in China.
6 Upon completion of a successful interview you will be offered a position in one of the AES schools. After the interview Michael will send you a sample contract to review. Look it over carefully and confirm with Joe that you would like to accept the contract terms.
7 If you accept a position with an Aston School, Michael will e-mail you an official contract and send you contact information for the school and the Location Manager of the school where you'll be teaching. You will be signing your contract with the school you are assigned to. Thus you must work with the school on the best way to get your signed contract to them. Some teachers will fax or scan the contracts initially, and then sign hard copies once they arrive in China. However, the actual procedure you follow will be up to you and the school staff.
8 Within three days, the City or Location Manager will send you an email to confirm your acceptance and send you a welcome e-mail .If you do not receive this email please immediately contact Michael so he can make sure your information has been received by the school. Your application documents will be made available to the school for purposes of obtaining your work visa invitation letters.
9 The manager will provide you with the necessary visa instructions and paperwork. This process takes a varying amount of time dependent on the visa so please start communications ASAP.
10 Obtain your visa You can obtain this yourself from any Chinese consulate around the world.
11 Arrange your flight to China and provide your itinerary to the school as per the contract. Please keep the school up to date on any changes in your travel plans as schedules are set for the entire year.
12 Fly to China and be picked up by the school at the airport or train station of your final destination. You should carry school and manager phone numbers with you to inform the school of flight delays or alterations in travel plans. The schools will always meet you when you arrive and will have someone available to help you adjust to living in China.
 

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