That salary is an insult! Absolutely! And not an insult to just a 40yo, but for anyone! 6500 is a bit low too, but definitely acceptable, especially since most recruiting companies hire for part-time (15 hours), with accommodations provided. But if you are around 40 or above and have retirement and savings in mind, you are very capable of finding a higher-paid job. You will need to work more hours, but that's how it is in the working world. The original poster made it sound like that when you turn 40, you should just stick your head in the sand, take what you can get and let the world roll over you because he believes you're working career is over. Absurd!

Absolutely, the original poster is a fool. I bet he doesn't know his arse from his elbow!

China has various teaching scenarios suitable for all kinds of FTs. For those who wish to chill out, and diametrically opposite, for those who wish to make significant money. As you say, the latter requires longer hours of teaching and increased accountability.