{"id":4263,"date":"2015-02-28T17:56:47","date_gmt":"2015-02-28T17:56:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/internationalschoolcommunity.com\/blog\/?p=4263"},"modified":"2015-03-01T16:31:19","modified_gmt":"2015-03-01T16:31:19","slug":"comparing-the-schools-and-comments-overview-of-working-in-shanghai-china","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/internationalschoolcommunity.com\/blog\/comparing-the-schools-and-comments-overview-of-working-in-shanghai-china\/","title":{"rendered":"Comparing the Schools and Comments: Working in Shanghai, China"},"content":{"rendered":"

Around the world, there are cities that have more than one international school. Many times\u00a0there is an American school, a British School, and an international school that uses an international curriculum.<\/p>\n

Some cities though have MANY international schools! \u00a0When that is the case, how do the comments about each school compare to each other?<\/p>\n

Our new blog series will look at comparing some of these comments, all coming from international schools in the same city.<\/p>\n

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\nShanghai, China<\/strong><\/p>\n

Currently,\u00a0we have 25 schools listed<\/a> in Shanghai<\/strong> on International School Community.<\/p>\n

Schools with the most submitted comments:
\nYew Chung International School (Shanghai)\u00a0<\/a>(Shanghai, China)<\/span>\u00a0–\u00a050 Comments
\n<\/strong>Shanghai Community International School\u00a0<\/a>(Shanghai, China)<\/span>\u00a0–\u00a033 Comments
\n<\/strong>Shanghai American School – Puxi\u00a0<\/a>(Shanghai, China)<\/span>\u00a0–\u00a018 Comments
\n<\/strong>Concordia International School (Shanghai)\u00a0<\/a>(Shanghai, China)<\/span>\u00a0–\u00a037 Comments
\n<\/strong>British International School Shanghai – Puxi\u00a0<\/a>(Shanghai, China)<\/span>\u00a0–\u00a025 Comments
\n<\/strong>Western International School of Shanghai\u00a0<\/a>(Shanghai, China)<\/span>\u00a0–\u00a0146 Comments<\/strong><\/p>\n

Salaries
\n<\/strong>“You can expect to make 16000 RMB a month after taxes.” –\u00a0Singapore International School (Shanghai)<\/a><\/p>\n

“Base pay for teachers with 3 or more yrs of experience is between $32,000 and $39,000 (tax-free). Entry level is a little bit lower at $26,000-$32,000.” –\u00a0Shanghai Community International School<\/a><\/p>\n

“I would say that teachers NET is around 21000 – this must be dependent on teaching experience etc” –\u00a0Shanghai United International School<\/a><\/p>\n

“The full salary is paid in RMB. The school adds an extra 500 RMB towards utility bills. The yearly pay is divided into 12 months. For newcomers, their first pay is in September 20th, although school starts early August. This is clearly stated in the contract but those new teachers coming in need to be aware of this that they won’t see money until September.” –\u00a0Western International School of Shanghai<\/a><\/p>\n

Hiring Policy<\/strong>
\n“Teachers need to have at least two years of teaching experience in order to be considered.” –\u00a0Concordia International School (Shanghai)<\/a><\/p>\n

“WISS starts recruiting early but is very fair to its teachers. Those who “may” leave have their position advertised and only have to make a final decision when someone has been found as a replacement.” –\u00a0Western International School of Shanghai<\/a><\/p>\n

“They rely a lot on hiring people who are recommended by current employees. You still go through the interview process, etc. My initial contact to the school was through a connection I had to somebody already working here.” –\u00a0Yew Chung International School (Shanghai)<\/a><\/p>\n

“They attend Search Associates in January. They advertise in TES and through Teachanywhere.com. They interview in person or via\u00a0Skype.” –\u00a0British International School Shanghai – Pudong<\/a><\/p>\n

Recent things the school has taken on<\/strong>
\n“A few years ago, the school decided it was important to do open houses (like other international schools in Shanghai) and that added a lot more work for the teachers. But hopefully they discontinued that this year.” –\u00a0Yew Chung International School (Shanghai)<\/a><\/p>\n

“The school is now implementing ‘high performance learning’ initiative which is being implemented across all the Nord Anglia Schools” –\u00a0British International School Shanghai – Puxi<\/a><\/p>\n

“There were many accomplishments from staff and students. It is amazing how many different areas were top notch: Sports, drama department, music program, Chinese language and much more.” –\u00a0Shanghai Community International School<\/a><\/p>\n

Housing<\/strong>
\n“Furnished 2-bedroom for single & married teachers, not sure about families. Furnished means basic furnishings including TV, sofa, dining table & chairs, beds & bedding, bath linens, kitchen appliances, & basic cooking utensils & dishes. After one year, staff can opt to take housing allowance instead of school housing. Most people are satisfied with housing overall, although sometimes it takes several “reminders” for repairs or service requests in school apts.\u00a0Utility costs vary but are fairly cheap. My average for electricity, gas, & water is 100-200 RMB per month. Internet is 1,400\u00a0RMB per year. Mobile phone depends on plan\/amount of data.” –\u00a0Yew Chung International School (Shanghai)<\/a><\/p>\n

“Housing is provided by WISS for the 1st year. Teachers can decide for themselves for subsequent years whether they want to stay in the provided accommodation or find their own place.” –\u00a0Western International School of Shanghai<\/a><\/p>\n

“Hosing allowance provided but most staff pay a bit more out of their own pocket to live in more desirable areas Staff can chose to stay in school housing” –\u00a0British International School Shanghai – Puxi
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(These are just 4 of the 65 different comments topics that on each school profile page on our website.)<\/p>\n

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