[quote=t_rock post_id=59074 time=1590463239 user_id=248358]
wander wrote:
> @t_rock
>
> I absolutely agree with you. I'm just saying that these are conversations
> people should be having with their new school now. If you are no longer
> comfortable with the job, for whatever reason, you should ask to be
> released from the contract. I know my current school and future school
> have both told new hires that they will release them without any problem if
> the teacher feels that is what's best for their family.
>
> I don't think it's advisable for teachers to be out there accepting
> multiple jobs and then picking one when the time comes.

Another issue is if China decides to devalue its currency, as looks likely, it's going to cut big time into savings potential in that country. If it devalues from 7:1 to 8:1 you're looking at a 15% or so loss of value if you plan to remit to a Western bank account.
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I'm accepting multiple job offers - I need to protect my income stream.

Its a risky proposition for sure: contract in hand but the border is closed.
Honestly though, I've never had such a good contract in hand and I suspect it's only because the school is desperate for lack of teachers.
I'm thinking there are opportunities now but they come with a risk.