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That is just belittling and uncalled for, now really.
The fact that they claim to supply accreditation to any teacher joining their team.
So I have contacted them, holding them to their word, but then it was claimed the site has not been updated in 3 years. False, as the salary was increased by 1000 RMB from last year to this one, it clearly states it on their website, as well as adverts on numerous websites, such as elscafe.com. So the advert is a lie (in regards to the TESOL certificate). As recent as 14 March 2013.
On further quarry I was given the typical Chinese run around, dodging me like a skilled boxer. Finally I was given feedback, stating that I actually DO have the TESOL certificate, but the school is holding on to it, until the last month of my contract.
Upon this information, I have requested that they supply me with the credentials and institute which they are associated with. Still waiting for the next fib.
First this was not on the table, then it was old, then is actually existed, now what the hell is going on?
It is lies upon lies upon lies. The salary is in fact not the responsibility of the Head Office, but the owner of the school. My beef is not with the school, nor each individual school, but with the Head Office.
Your contract protects your rights and the rights of your manager/s.
The offer and invitation is handled by the head office, they are the ones that should adhere to their own marketing offers.
It needs to be said that they are fond of not telling whole truths.
Nowhere have I mentioned anything about the salary, medical, housing, etc. That is the responsibility of my school, and as such between me and my school. Should I have any problems with that, I will sort it out with my school, or bring the Head office in as mediator.
Now the problem herein lies as follows, since the head office can not be trusted, who are then to stand to help?
The Head Office, however is an entirely useless option, as they are skilled in the art of deceiving.
I am not aware of any mistreatment by schools towards their teachers, that is not what I am discussing here. I am bringing to light that coming into China, you expect to be able to trust not only your employer, but also your company. And to all of you who are considering signing up with DD Dragon, just be aware that they can not and do not deliver.
Simply put. Do it only for the money. There are no extras.