Overview of Kinmen
Location
Kinmen is a group of small islands, close to China. Full of war history and buildings, but the really charming part is the vibe of the whole community, once you visit, you will fall in love with Kinmen.
Population
141,295 (2022.12)
Weather
No clouds in summer. Strong wind in fall. Freezing in winter. Humid in spring.
Number of ETAs
2023-24 : 15 ETAs, 1 ETF
Number of Schools with ETAs
2023-24 : 13 Elementary Schools, 1 Junior High School
Teaching in Kinmen is particularly special because many ETAs will spend half of their classes teaching with the assistance of a homeroom teacher instead of a local English teacher. This means that they have the freedom to choose their course content. Class sizes also tend to be smaller with only 10 - 15 students, although larger schools do exist as well. Kinmen’s small size uniquely allows for a Fulbrighter to be placed at almost every elementary and middle school, creating a strong culture of English learning.
Living in Kinmen is unlike any other location. Because of the small population you can expect to be fully integrated into the community in Kinmen. Expect frequent teacher dinners and to see students all over. Being such a small island, there is always a beach in sight. At the same time, it still has all necessary modern amenities including two movie theaters, a luxury mall, Starbucks, and multiple import stores, and Xiamen, China is only a 30 min boat ride away.
Coordinators
Carrie Chen
Hello! My name is Carrie Chen. I graduated from National Quemoy University. I have worked with Fulbright since 2015.
Advice for Incoming ETAs
Welcome to this beautiful island, Kinmen! We have beautiful beaches around the whole island. The secret of military history would take you to the past. The peaceful pace on this island and the smiles on the Kinmenese faces are all the pretty scenery here.
Email: cchen@fse.fulbright.org.tw
Vergil Lyu
Greetings all! My name is Vergil Lyu. I graduated from the National Pingtung University of Science and Technology with an M.A. in Modern Languages. I have worked with Fulbright since 2018.
Advice for Incoming ETAs
Kinmen is a beautiful island with warm hospitality. It is also a good place with beautiful beaches and spectacular historic relics. Warm sunshine, a slight breeze, and smiles. This is Kinmen, a nice place to stay.
Email: vlyu@fse.fulbright.org.tw
