Fun Job

I am a 65 year old retired teacher from the states. My dear friends were horrified when I told them I was going to China and ALONE! They had the nerve to take bets on how quickly I would turn around and come home!! But Ha Ha! I LOVE it here! I have been teaching for a year and a half now and I plan to stay at least four more years!!

Actually, from the time I stepped off the plane Buckland was there! I have really never been alone! They have helped me in many, many ways. They are indeed a caring company and most importantly, they are legit!

I have a lot of fun teaching my students. I make up one big lesson plan and use it for two weeks in all my classes. The students are bright but shy and very respectful! Discipline is not usually the problem but rather getting the students to speak up. Also I have a total of about 2,500 students so motivational treats can be a challenge. Simple things like having them wear funny hats and act out a story will have the whole class rolling in the aisles laughing!

Teachers are highly respected in China, as is old age. The Chinese also love meeting people from abroad..So... I get treated like a movie star... with everyone wanting to talk to me and take pictures....It is a fun life for me!