Starting Your Teaching Adventure in Taiwan? You're Not Alone

I'm going to be bold and assume that as you've clicked on this blog, and are currently reading this very sentence, there's quite a big possibility you are interested in starting a Taiwanese teaching adventure of your own. And who could blame you?

If only landing your dream classroom job in Taiwan was as easy as enjoying a cold bowl of sesame noodles on a hot summer's day, a steaming cup of ginger tea on a drizzly winter evening in Taipei, or plonking down on the couch after a long day of teaching.

As anyone with overseas teaching experience knows – even the most thrilling cities and stunning landscapes can't always shield you from culture shock, lesson planning chaos, and that all-too-familiar question: "What am I even doing?"

Why We Built APPY

While teaching in Taiwan brings many positives, getting started isn't always easy. And we're not okay with that — so we've been busy.

Today, we're proud to announce APPY, launching soon — a new app designed not just to help you survive in Taiwan, but to thrive.

The Problems Teachers (and Schools) Face in Taiwan

There's a lot to love about teaching English in Taiwan — great schools, wonderful students, affordability, and a rich cultural experience.

But the current system presents real challenges:

  • Lack of standardized teacher training

  • Generic or inflexible preparation programs

  • Poor integration of modern technology

  • Little support for foreign teachers in adapting to local culture

  • No resources for mental wellness or emotional support

As a result, many aspiring teachers feel overwhelmed, and many schools find it difficult to provide the support needed to retain quality educators.

APPY: A Smarter Way to Teach in Taiwan

This is not just another teaching tool. APPY is a full-featured platform created to support every aspect of a teacher's journey in Taiwan.

What APPY offers:

  • In-app teacher training courses

  • Quizzes and demo submissions

  • An APPY Certificate to strengthen your resume

  • Priority hiring access through Phoenix Group Asia

  • Practical resources for teaching, planning, and classroom management

  • Cultural guidance and emotional wellness tools

Whether you're new to teaching or an experienced educator, APPY helps you grow professionally and personally.

Understanding Taiwanese Culture

To thrive in Taiwan, it's not enough to know how to teach — you need to understand your environment.

APPY includes modules that explore:

  • How Taiwanese people communicate

  • Classroom dynamics and expectations

  • Work and social etiquette

These insights are based on real-life experience from Taiwanese educators. APPY can be your guide to building cultural fluency, so that both you and your students feel more connected.

Supporting Mental Health and Mindfulness

It's normal to feel off balance sometimes — especially when adjusting to a new country and work culture.

APPY offers a dedicated mental wellness module featuring:

  • Guided meditations

  • Stress reduction strategies

  • Journaling prompts

  • Tips for building social support in Taiwan

When you're emotionally grounded, you show up stronger in the classroom. APPY helps you care for yourself, not just your students.

Practical Tools for Teaching and Planning

APPY also delivers what every teacher needs: solid teaching support.

Inside the app, you'll find:

  • Lesson planning frameworks aligned with Taiwan's curriculum

  • Classroom management strategies for diverse classrooms

  • Language-teaching tips for overcoming communication gaps

  • A digital co-teacher to help you prep, reflect, and improve

This is the kind of support every teacher deserves — on demand, in your pocket.

Why This Matters Now

Taiwan's education sector is growing quickly. More schools are hiring, and expectations are rising. Preparation isn't optional — it's essential.

At Phoenix Group Asia, we're building tools that empower teachers with training, guidance, and support that actually make a difference.

APPY is part of that vision. And it's almost here.

The Future of Teaching in Taiwan Starts Now

Every teacher wants the same thing: to feel confident, supported, and effective.

That's why we created APPY — to help you become the teacher you've always imagined being. Not just for your students, but for yourself.

Here's what you can do next:

  • Contact us to explore teaching opportunities in Taiwan

  • Follow us on social media for updates on the APPY launch

  • Think about what you need to thrive as a teacher — so when APPY arrives, you're ready

Teaching abroad isn't just about going somewhere new — it's about becoming someone new.

Now, there's an app for that.

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