Hi Rosie.

If you believe 90% of the threads on the site you wouldn’t come to China or Dalian. I will tell you about the real situation here as I know it concerning your questions. A legal teacher Must have 2 years teaching experience along with their degree to even get a look on a Z visa. This is a basic requirement.

At 6 years old children enter public school BUT there are many kindergartens and private schools to work for. Look at Kid's Castle, Kindyroo and Gymboree as models for what might be interesting. The levels of kindy vary dramatically but there are still ways of making a good living as well as the rewards of working with children. For all that is said children are still children and need the best teachers where possible, in the best environment.

Dalian is an easy place to live for China and has a good mix of western restaurants, bars and goods available, It’s modern and new-ish but very livable and a good entry point for newbie’s into China. Just hope this helps a bit…