Teachers may write the Overseas Coordination Office in Hong Kong if they are in need of special prescription medicine or other emergency supplies. The maternal leave starts when the teacher stops going to work prior to the childbirth. It may end upon the teacher's request before the 56-day period is over and may be extended beyond 56 days if recommended by the doctor. The 56 days include weekends and holidays. Teachers may not use the time off during its maternal leave for travel or home visit.
Most teachers are in China for a two-year assignment.
If for any reason a teacher has to leave China prior to termination of the teaching assignment, he or she should notify both the school and the Amity Foundation immediately in order to work out appropriate arrangements. Those who wish to leave at the end of the first year should notify the Amity Foundation no later than the beginning of the second term. Teachers may request transfer to a new school at the end of the school year, and such request should be made known to the Amity Foundation no later than the beginning of the second term. Requests for transfer during the school year will not be considered except under exceptional circumstances. Teachers who wish to extend their assignment beyond a two-year term should discuss the matter with the Amity Foundation and their sending agencies.