Staff Spotlight: Scarllet Mao

Scarllet Mao has worked at BEIT since 2009 and is the current director of BEIT’s Homestay and Inbound Programs. Originally from Henan Province, Scarllet has lived in Beijing since 2007 and has really enjoyed her time since moving to the capital. Scarllet enjoys playing badminton, as well as traveling in her free time and loves inviting friends to join her.

What position do you hold at BEIT? What has been your career path so far?

Scarllet: I am the Program Director here at BEIT, managing and working with our Homestay and Summer Work & Travel programs. In 2008, I was a U.S.J-1 Visa exchange program coordinator and in 2009 became a U.S. J-1 visa program director. I’ve been BEIT’s Inbound Program Director since 2011 and still hold the position today!

Did YOU teach abroad?! If so, where and what inspired you to go?

Scarllet: I have not taught abroad but instead focused on my English and Business skills in order to help foreigners achieve their teaching dreams here in China.

Interview with Scarllet, Program Director at BEIT in China

What does the future hold for BEIT - any exciting new programs to share?

Scarllet: BEIT will keep selecting and creating new exchange programs for both Chinese students and foreigners who wish to have working/teaching experience abroad. We will continue to provide TESOL/TEFL training with a teaching internship placement not only during semesters, but also during summer sessions. Our summer program is a combination program where teachers will live at a homestay and tutor. Teachers will get free accommodation, meals, and an allowance during this short-term internship. An added bonus is that we also arrange some volunteer opportunities and social activities.

What about the future of the teach abroad industry? How do you think international education will change over the next 10 years?

Scarllet: China has a large demand for professional English teachers. Completing an internship in a short term will not only help foreign teachers immerse themselves in Chinese culture, but also improve their ability to teach Chinese students. After the internship, we hope the teachers can get a work visa to teach in China for a long term, which will only grow in popularity within the next 10 years.

Interview with Scarllet, Program Director at BEIT in China