Hiring Process
The hiring process may seem a little daunting because there are a lot of steps. But that's why I'm here - to help you complete each step successfully!
If you have time, you can watch or listen to this 7-minute video and/or you can read my summary below. There are 8 steps you must complete before you become a full-fledged VIPKid teacher. Each step helps you learn and prepare to be an excellent online teacher. The "hiring process" is really just a lot of useful training. You can skim to see each of the steps or read about each step in more detail.
1. Sign up for VIPKid. Please use my referral link: VIPKid Signup
Enter my Referral Code: JADE00003
Thanks! Now I will help coach you through the hiring process. This allows me to track your status and receive your email address. I also receive a one-time bonus when you teach your first class. :)
2. Enter you Basic Information. Include any and ALL years of teaching experience. Include years coaching, teaching music/art lessons, training positions, church and community teaching experience, etc. All teaching experience counts! The more years you have, the better. (I was told that this partly determines your base pay - so don't short change yourself.) They specifically look for 1 year of formal teaching experience, but any experience will do.
3. Book an Interview/Demo Lesson. Don't be nervous - contact me to practice before the real deal. Practice on your own first at least 3 times, then we can do a video chat together to make sure you're ready. You have 3 options for your interview:
Option 1: Book a live interview. You will book a time to meet with a VIPKid employee in Beijing. You will tell them a little about yourself and your teaching experience. Maybe tell them why you want to be a VIPKid teacher. Convince them you will be great for the job. They will pretend to be a 5 year old child. You will teach them the demo lesson you previously prepared. I prefer this option. You can play off the other person, practicing good speaking speed, word choice, and error correction.
Option 2: Record a demo. You are given 2 hours to record the demo lesson as many times as you like. An employee will view all 2 hours, rating your best teaching sample from all the examples you give. This is a good option if you're nervous to talk to a live person. It gives you a lot of chances without live pressure.
Option 3: Random candidates are selected to book an EXPRESS INTERVIEW. If you're lucky enough to receive this invitation via email or in your portal, DO IT!!!! It's only 3 minutes of teaching vs. 10. You record a 3 minute video on your own (with your phone or computer) and email it to VIPKid. Make sure to follow the instructions they give you.
Option 4: Attend a FAST PASS COACHING EVENT. This is a 4-hour FREE training. By attending, you receive great teaching tips and are given many opportunities to practice with experienced teachers. By attending, you bypass the interview/demo lesson. They prepare you to pass the Mock Class on the first or second try. If you have 4 hours on a Saturday, do this! Check here to see if there's a coaching day near you: https://vipkidevents.splashthat.com/
4. Book your Mock Class. You must book your mock class before you can see the teaching material. Once you book the class, you receive an email with the lessons you may choose to teach. If you want to get bookings fast, I recommend that you start with Level 2 Interactive. There are 2 lessons to prepare. Each are about 10 minutes long. READ the directions and PRACTICE each at least twice. Then we can set up a 30-minute video chat to make sure you're ready. Or record yourself practicing and email it to me. I'll respond with some constructive feedback within 24 hours. I recommend that you give yourself at least 2 hours of preparation time. Remember, you don't have to travel to this "interview" so this really isn't that much time. Think of it more as your job training. If you passed you're interview, you're already hired. You just have to complete your job training and certification before you can start working. This is your TRAINING. They want you to have a lot of practice before you teach an actual student. This benefits YOU. You will get more students more quickly. You will receive GOOD RATINGS from the parents from day one. It can take 1-4 times to pass a Mock Class/Certify in a particular level. Once you pass one level, certify for as many as you can, as quickly as you can. (The first mock will take more preparation time. After that, you'll get the hang of things. It will take you less time, I promise.)
5. Take a Quiz. You will be given material that you should read through and videos you should watch. All the answers are given to you and I believe it's only 10 questions long. Again, this prepares you to be an excellent teacher. It helps you understand the curriculum and how to teach online. Hint: Have one window open with the materials and one window open with the quiz.
6. Sign Your Contract. You will be given a contract that states your Base Pay (how much you're paid per class). You will need to sign it ASAP. Then you will need to upload a picture of your Bachelor Degree or transcript. You will also need proof of who you are (passport, DL picture). You will submit to have them do a background check. (You don't pay anything. They process it for you - you just have to wait for it to be completed.)
7. Take a VIPKID TESOL Certification Quiz. This is a new step. VIPKid just wants to make sure you understand best practices for teaching English. You'll review TPR (Total Physical Response), learn more about how a child learns, etc. It's not hard, you'll do great! Set aside 15-60 minutes to complete this step in one fell swoop. Hint: Have one window open with the materials and one window open with the quiz.
8. Set up your Profile. You can upload pictures of yourself, write a short bio, and upload an introduction video. This helps parents and students see who you are. Be fun, be yourself! This will help you get bookings. Show your favorite cartoon characters, stuffed animals, your pets, etc. Anything that will help you stand apart from other teachers and show parents that you will engage their child and make learning English fun. (Don't spend too much time on your video. I probably only spent 5 minutes making mine and it's not even a minute long.)
Okay, that's a lot of steps. But when you look at this as an actual job, it's really not too bad. You don't have to travel, so you save time there. Instead, you use that time to practice for you mock lessons. You don't have to go to an HR office. You just scan required materials at your house. You don't need to go get a new picture taken professionally, just use your phone. You don't need to have any in-person trainings. The materials are accessible anytime online. You learn at your pace then pass the certifications and quizzes when you're ready. It's worth it, I promise! You spend the time now so that you can excel later. You are investing in a job that you can have whenever you need it or want it. I've been teaching almost 2.5 years now. Taking the time to understand the curriculum and how to teach it at the beginning has saved me hours of lesson preparation time. Prepare now, save time later.
Questions? Email me at teacherjadeg@gmail.com
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