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Living
in Taiwan
Living
and Teaching in Taiwan
Located
in Asia, Taiwan’s economy is just behind Japan and Hong Kong in
development. With the
joining of WTO, English is every important in the community. However, the education in English did not catch up with the
development in economy. Therefore,
there are a lot of private kindergarten and tuition providing
enforcing classes in addition to the public school to help people
wanting to improve their English. As matter of fact, there are many foreigners came to Taiwan on
tourist visa became English teachers unexpectedly. It really envies the local Taiwanese.
These foreigners can tour around while teaching. Indeed, to you who is filled with curiosity about the
mysterious east, teaching in Taiwan is really a wonderful thing.
Except at least NT$50,000 per month income, you could also have
friends from all over the world. For the money you earn, only 6% is taxable at this level
(If you work more then one year then you don’t have to pay tax). You can save
a lot of money, at the monthly expenses is less than NT$20,000, unless
you want to spend them all. You
can enjoy the life in Taiwan. Though
the island is small, there are a lot of activities you can participate
and experience the different excitement, be it in the daytime or at
night. If you feel that
one year in Taiwan is enough, we can also introduce you to other
countries like Mainland China, Korea, Thailand, and Indonesia, etc.
Please enjoy your trip to Asia.
Best Regards,
Apartment:
1.
Single Room: Single room with bed, and cabinet, etc. Bathroom will be shared with other roommates.
Monthly rental is around NT$4,000～6,000.
2.
Studio Apartment: Single room with bed, cabinet, and basic
furniture and independent bathroom. Month rental is around NT$8,000～12,000.
3.
Shared Apartment: Usually is a three-room apartment with each
roommate has his own private room but sharing living room, kitchen,
and other facilities. The
rental of whole apartment is around NT$15,000～18,000.
Transportation:
Except for Taipei area having mass transit railway system (called MTR),
other area has public bus and taxi as means of transportation. Second-hand used motorcycle (in rather good conditions) is
around NT$15,000～20,000 is also a convenient way of transportation.
Food:
Chinese food of self selection or light food with prices around
NT$50～100.
How
Much Does Food Cost
Here is where you will spend your money or save it depending
upon what you eat. As you can see below, there are many price ranges
to either make or break your budget.
Type of Food: Fast food (McDonald’s, 14”pizza)
Price in NT＄:300-400
Type of Food: Theme Restaurants (Fridays, Tony Roams, Dan Ryans,
act)
Price in NT400-1000
Type of Food: Street Vend Food
Price in NT＄:20-80
Type of Food: Everyday Chinese Restaurants and Chinese lunch
boxes
Price in NT＄:40-80
Type of Food: Everyday Chinese Vegetarian Restaurants
Price in NT＄:60-100
Type of Food: Moderate Chinese Restaurants
Price in NT＄:110-200
Type of Food: All you can eat BBQ’s, Szechuan, Dim Sum, Hot
Pot
Price in NT＄:200-600
Type of Food: High-end Chinese and Western Gourmet Restaurants
Price in NT＄:600
and up
Entertainment:
Weekend and public holidays in Taiwan the nightlife is full of
excitement. Most
convenient stores are open for 24 hours. Large department store, cinema, amusement park, KTV, and live
pub, some just for drinking and some with live band. There are also cable TV with 100 channels and health club (with
tennis and basketball facilities and good view).
Exchange Rate:
| US$ |
NT$ |
Exchange Rate |
| 1430 |
50000 |
1USD |
: |
35NTD |
Note:
1. For first time visiting Taiwan, it is advisable to prepare
NT$30,000 in cash, the daily expenses for first month, first month
rental and deposit, and other daily necessities.
2. Exchange rate: The US$ to NT$ is around NT$34～35.
OTHERS
If you have
any special requirement, please feel free to write to us. And please
send us your resume.
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