Chinese media platforms that can help you find online students and jobs.

Aug '23 (edited) • Off Topic

How to Use Chinese Platforms to Start an Online Teaching Job, the 4 listed below are the mainstay of the Chinese, and once you've got your head around how they work (and get translated!) they are a good insight, not only into China and its mindset on the world and education, but a huge pool of potential clients for those wanting to branch out online in the Chinese markets.

Are you interested in teaching English online to Chinese students? If so, you're in luck! There are many Chinese platforms that can help you connect with students and find teaching jobs.

In this blog post, I will share some of the most popular Chinese platforms for online teaching, as well as tips on how to use them effectively. Found this YouTube video on WeChat set up and use, https://youtu.be/PZVNi4O1gMo?si=EJbz6sjwgBHpvad1 if anyone wants to set up WeChat and needs help with verification, drop me a message and we can arrange this to happen (be mindful of timezones!).

Popular Chinese Platforms for Online Teaching

Weibo: Weibo is a Chinese social media platform similar to Twitter. It is a great place to connect with potential students and promote your teaching services. You can also use Weibo to find teaching jobs posted by other teachers or schools.
WeChat: WeChat is a Chinese messaging app that is also popular for online teaching. You can use WeChat to create a public account where you can post about your teaching services and answer questions from potential students.
Baidu: Baidu is the most popular Chinese search engine. You can use Baidu to search for teaching jobs or to find potential students who are looking for English tutoring.
Zhihu: Zhihu is a Chinese question-and-answer website similar to Quora. You can use Zhihu to answer questions about English language learning and teaching. This can help you establish yourself as an expert in the field and attract potential students.
There is a way to use the above with an online shop, I am still researching what APP fits within each of the above to allow you to sell podcasts and digital assets...I'll get back with then information once I have it clear in my head!

Tips for Using Chinese Platforms to Find Teaching Jobs

Create a professional profile: When you create a profile on a Chinese platform, be sure to include your teaching qualifications, experience, and rates. You should also include a brief introduction about yourself and your teaching philosophy.
Use relevant hashtags: When you post about your teaching services, be sure to use relevant hashtags. This will help your posts reach a wider audience of potential students.
Be active and engaged: Be sure to be active and engaged on the platforms you use. This means responding to comments and messages promptly, and participating in discussions.
Be patient: It may take some time to find teaching jobs on Chinese platforms. Be patient and keep posting about your services, and you will eventually find students who are interested in learning from you.

I hope this post has given you some helpful information on how to use Chinese platforms to start an online teaching job. If you search on YouTube for these platforms and how to use them, you might surprise yourself on their usefulness.

Here are some additional tips for finding teaching jobs on Chinese platforms:

Network with other teachers: One of the best ways to find teaching jobs is to network with other teachers. Attend online conferences and workshops, or join online forums and groups.
Offer free trials: If you're new to teaching online, you can offer free trials to potential students. This is a great way to let them try out your teaching style and see if it's a good fit for them.
Be persistent: It may take some time to find teaching jobs on Chinese platforms. Don't give up! Keep posting about your services and networking with other teachers, and you will eventually find students who are interested in learning from you.

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