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> SCAM - University of Buea, Cameroon...
> DO NOT REPLY TO ANY EMAILS YOU MAY GET ABOUT A STRUCTURAL RAILWAY ENGINEER FOR THE WINCHESTER RAILWAYS STATION WANTING YOU TO COME AND LIVE WITH HIM AND HIS FAMILY IN THE UK. IT IS A SCAM!!!!!!
> Does anyone have some insights into looking for ESL teaching positions in South Korea for couples?
> Has anyone had any experiences in stockholm, Sweden? Good or bad?
> Has anyone heard of or taught at Tian Fu Southwestern University of Finance & Economics outside of Chengdu Sichuan, China? If so, Please provide me some insight, feedback or experiences. Thanks
> I have been offered a job in China at the National University of Defense in Chansha (Hunan). Has anyone heard of this place, or worked there? Iīd appreciate any feedback.
Also, I have experience teaching in China, but the salaries donīt seem to have improved over my last foray there in 2007. Iīve heard people can make decent money there, but I donīt know where!
Thanks.
> I have recently received a job offer from EF in Indonesia, does anyone have any experience working for this organization? Has anyone worked in Indonesia before? anything I should be aware of before taking on any offers? what salary is considered to be decent? They are offerring to pay me 6,750,000 Rupies month. What should I bring with me? I would really appreicated any info.
> Hi, Iīve done an on-line TEFL course (100 hours, really good course), but without any teaching practice as part of it. Iīm a qualified teacher with a PGCE. Iīd love to become better qualified to teach children abroad, and am particularly keen to teach for a year or so in VietNam, but am wondering what course, if any, is the right one. CELTA is clearly highly rated, but is specifically for adults. Any advice gratefully received !
> Does anyone have any experience with or information on POLY schools in South Korea?
> I am looking for materials to teach English to Portuguese Students, any suggestions? Ages 7, 11, 13, and 16. Thank you.
> Hi everyone! Has anyone taught in Indonesia? I have a BA in Eng, CELTA and 9 yrs exp in Korea. What kind of jobs and or salary couldI expect ? Any info would be welcome. Thanks.
> I am looking to get a job in Oman or Turkey and would love advice or input from anyone who has experience with teaching in the Mid-East.
Thanks,
Amy.
> Which ON line course to take. I have been looking at serious TEFL course and the i to i also he TEFLonline course any information but be very helpfull
> Hello there, I am looking to get a job in either S. Korea or Japan and would love input from anyone here. Thanks in advance, Justin.
> Dear Fellows,
I am M.Phil.(Linguistics) as well as M.Ed.(Teacher Education) but my flaw is that I am a Pakistani, a non native speaker. And all the posts advertised here are meant for native speakers only. Please do favor me by telling that how can i get a suitable job in saudi arabia, thailand, uae, brunei and kuwait.
Regards
Malik Naseem Abbas
> Is it worth getting a TESOL diploma as opposed to just a certificate? We were told if we took the specializatios for teaching TOEFL, Business English etc we could earn more as a tutor in our spare time. Is it worth the time and money to do that or is the basic TESOL sufficient. Most ads I have seem do not seem to differentiate between the diploma or certificate.
> FAMILY - were would you suggest is a family friendly place to relocate? I have a MA in Eduation Cultural Studies and am a Texas state certified ESL teacher with 7 years experience. I have studied travelled abroad and have a strong Spanish background. I am married with children ages 3 and 6. My husband and children will be relocating with me, and my husband would also like to seek employment. He has 23 years experience in the electronics engineering industry and 130+ credit hours but no degree. Would he be able to teach? Would I have to have additional certificates? Any advice would be appreciated!
> Why is it so difficult to volunteer to teach English?
Every website I have checked want enormous amounts of money!!
Im looking for a volunteer job in Africa Middle East where I pay no money, and in return for my English teaching skills and hard work, I get food and lodging.
I dont want to pay $6000 to live in a mud hut in Malawi writing letters in the mud to get paid a $100 stipend!
Any suggestions?
Its all very frustrating.
Thanks
>
I was dismissed from Dasman model school after my 60 day trail period. I was not given any written warning. I was notified that I was to leave the country and I was also told that they were not going to repatriate me or give me a flight home, I had to do that on my own. I also had to give up my apartment as well. The contract I signed clearly states that they would pay for a ticket back home. My passport and ID was cancelled and I was forced to move out of my apartment with no place to go. I had to raise the money to get home on.
While I was there I was placed in a classroom with second graders and told to keep them engaged in learning with no books, materals, worksheets or supplies.
> Iīm applying for jobs in Saudi Arabia and I was wondering f anyone can help me with some information? "Al-Yamamah University": Does anyone know anything about this university? I know itīs in Riyadh.
> First of all happy new year. I have done my high studies in languages including French and English and I followed up with by a diploma in Communication and other courses. I have good work experience and currently I working for a French company for 2 years now teaching English to non-native English speakers (students but mostly professionals like managers, lawyers, etc..) via the phone.
I really want to move and teach face to face in an institution. Would the fact that I donīt have a TESOL EFL certificate or the fact that I am in Mauritius cause a problem?
Thank you for the answer.
> Top paying teaching jobs???
-Hello, Iīd like to know what the teachers on this site consider a good salary. So, what has everyone been paid or what is considered a great salary. Not hype, just reality.
Thanks for your input.
> Living in New China - What to know, What to learn, What to Expect and how to deal. Leave your experiences here and we can learn from each other. I have been coming here for 12 years, ask a question, I might be able to help.
> DEAR READER:
I COMPLETED MY BA AND CELTA CERTIFICATE.
I AM APPLYING TO JOBS IN THE MIDDLE EAST,
WHAT ARE THE ISSSUES THAT I MIGHT BE FACED WITH?
WHICH COUNTRY WOULD MOST BE SUITABLE TO WORK IN AND WHY?
THANKS
> Hello: I am a 57 year old who is seeking to travel abroad and teach english as second language or Biblical Studies. It appears that most of the ads are seeking those a little younger (smile). Any ideas or leads on how I can pursue this endeavor. I have a BA in accounting and I have completed TEFL course as well as a Masters and Doctorate in Biblical Studies. I am seeking a position for at least a year and I do not have any particular country in mind however I have been researching South Korea and China. Thanks for any responses
> I am interested to find a teaching position in Europe. I am a Singaporean with a BA (with education) and billingual in both English and Mandarin. I have been teaching English & Maths to young children.
What European countries would be easier for NON-EU memebers, like me, to find a teaching job?
My race is Chinese, but I grew up speaking English in a English speaking home learning environment. What can I do to stand an equal chance of competing with native English speakers?
Know of any Asians teaching in Europe, or are you one? Care to share your experience?
> CP Language Institutes in Madrid Spain-does anyone have any information on this school? I know that they are a part of Collegium Palatinum Heidelberg in Germany, but I was just offered a lovely position at their institute in Madrid. Does anybody know anything about this school? Whatīs itīs management like, are they organized and involved? Does the school pay on time adhere to the contract? What are the living working conditions like? Iīd really appreciate any information anyone has. Thanks alot!
> Baltic Tourist Shipping Line
I recently responded to an add placed by this company on another website Without interviewing me or initiating any kind of email communication, they have sent me an appointment letter that informs me I should contact a travel agency in Ghana where the cruise originates and make the travel plans. I am told to report by December 20, 2008 to Ghana. I will then be employed for two years at $4,500 per month. Does anyone know anything about this company? A Google search is not productive. Thanks for any help with this! Phil
> Greetings to all fellow educators
My name is Wayne Rice and I am a South African teacher. I have a M.Ed. in TESOL and I am very interested in teaching within the tertiary education level in Saudi Arabia, UAE, or Oman. I would appreciate any advice from teachers who have worked in the above mentioned places. Has anyone worked at King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals? Would really like to hear from you re your experience there. I have been in contact with many recruitment agencies in the above countries, but I am not sure how to go about it.
I look forward to hearing anything and everything about your experiences.
Many Thanks
Wayne Rice
> Hello everyone!!
My name is Richard and I am Native of Pakistan. I am teaching to Chinese and Foreigners as an English Language Teacher. I have applied to many differnet Schools in China, HK, Thailand, But they all says that they need Native Speaker. Can someone let me know how I can get a Contract as a non-native speaker.
Best Regards
Richard
> Hello. I have some questions about work permits and residence permits here. If I have a work permit and a residence permit do I still need a work visa? And if I have a work permit and a residence permit do I have to leave the country if my tourist visa expires? And do I need a TEFL For a work visa or will a bachelors degree suffice (not in education)?
> Is a school legitimate when it asks you for the photo section of your passport? This seems strange to me, they already know so much about us with our name, address, degrees etc.
> PICK UP THE PHONE, USE THE NET, CALL AN EMBASSY!
Do not send money to any school in order to get hired. Do some research by using the Internet, call the embassy for the country in question and ask about the business. Run it through Google, Yahoo, and ask other people BEFORE sending anyone any money. Look up the local tax office, police, fire, or licensing bureau in ANY area when you are wondering about a school, etc. This is not rocket science or decoding DNA. Most real teachers are kind people and they want to work and help people.
> Does anyone know anything about The Ministry of Education in the U.A.E? I was offered a job and sent an Employment Letter, but was then asked to pay just under $400 for the visa. I went to the U.A.E. Embassy in London to see if they could check the company out and was informed that it is more than likely a scam company. The salary is extremely good ($4800) and therefore I expect more than a few teachers have parted with their cash. I have done some research on the Internet and the Al Ghadd system is real and therefore if the company is scamming money, they sure have done their homework! My Dad always taught me that if something appears to be too good to be true, then it usually is and therefore I will continue searching for that perfect job
> ESL "Recruiters" & What You Send Them.
DO NOT send your face page of your passport to ANYONE. Be smart about what you send online to people. Many teachers get their IDīs ripped off, or have other problems shortly after applying for a job.
In many cases, people from Nigeria and other areas like China post fake ESL jobs using GMail, Yahoo, or other free mail accounts. Instead, send a general brief and a photo asking them for their details and credentials BEFORE you send them your life story.
If they claim they need your passport to process a visa, that is BS. what is needed is your name, PP#, and other data from the face page, but NOT the actual document in MOST cases. CHECK OUT the school and the "recruiter" first. DUE DILIGENCE!!!
> Hello all,
Does anyone know anything about EPIK placement in South Korea? Iīd like to know something about them and about Geongnam as well. If anyone has been there or have dealt with the agency, Iīd really appreciate feedback.
> Middle East & Africa
> What do you need to get an ESL work permit in Turkey? Do you have to have a TEFL? I only have a bachelors degree in literatureno teaching degree or TEFL. thanks
> Has anyone heard of S.E.I language Institute in South Korea? And if so, what would you have to say about it? Iīm deciding whether or not I should take the offer but it sounds too good to be true. Thanks
> Hey guys! Is there anyone out there who has had experience working in Saudi Arabia, I am black british will I face discrimination etc? What are the people like and the working environments? thanx in advance!
> Hello...I would like to correspond with black American teachers from the United States, preferably females 45 or older, who are working in Taiwan.
> Hi everybody!
I have been teaching english as a foreign language at high schools in Algeria for more than 14 years and I taught French for 3 years. Iīm looking for a post in South Korea or in the Middle East. Please, help me since I am not a native English speaker!
Thanks in advance!
> Has anyone worked for NurOrda International school in Kazakhstan? I have been told that they would like me to work for them, but i am not sure that the school really exists. They want me to buy the airticket and they would reimburse me. Is that standard practice? I would feel a lot safer if my ticket was bought by them. They are offering to pay my salary cash at the end of the month. Is that usual for Kazakhstan?
> NON NATIVE TEACHERS? Hi all! I am a non native ESL EFL teacher. I had both my BA and MS on TESOL. I had my MS degree in New York as a Fulbright Scholar. I have 8 years of experience both with kids and adults. I have some experience with adult immigrants in the US, too. Also, I can speak Italian and Japanese. So, I passionately would like to get a job either in Japan or Italy. However, it is not so easy to get a job as a non native teacher. Is there a way to do it or should I quit looking for one? I need suggestions. Thank you.
> Can anyone here please tell me more about teaching in South Korea. I have been offered a couple of positions there in or around Seoul, but not sure about it. Ideally, I would like to be close to the beach but I am sure those are hard to come by. Anyone out there please advise me before I decide myself. Maybe there are some things that I havenīt heard before I depart. Just keeping all my options open and hope to hear from someone who has been over in that part of the world.
> Hi all, I have a TEFL TEYLT certificate, teaching experience and a dual-citizenship with Europe (Portugal) though I come from South Africa...but no degree!
Iīm busy hunting around online for a teaching job somewhere in Europe, but Iīm noticing that most employers require a degree of some kind AND European citizenship!
Many people have informed me that EU citizens donīt need a degree to work and live in a European country, so Iīm getting a bit worried at these contridictions!
Can anyone explain?
> Hello, Iīm working in South Korea for the first time and am loving it. I got lucky, I think. I have a good school (yes, I work hard, but theyīre good to me), a nice apartment, and I love my kids. But, Iīm wondering, how can I know for sure that they are paying into the National Pension on my behalf?
> Anyone in Russia? I am thinking of going to Russia. Any advice about teaching and living in Russia? I have heard that one must leave the country every 6 months in order to get a new visa. Any comments? Obviously it would be quite expensive to return to oneīs home country every 6 months!
> Hi everybody. I have been offered a job by a University in China. However, I do not have a Bachelorīs Degree and the school says that as a result the "Foreign Expert Bureau" will not issue a Letter of Invitation that is needed for me to get my Z-Visa.
People here have said that the need is so great in China that you can get a Visa without a BA.... Can anyone give me direction on this?
> Is it possible to start working as an english teacher with no experience, no certification and no degree? If so, which country/city?
> Has anyone heard of Blue Ocean Institute in Korea. I have accepted a contract but have been unable to find any information about the school on the internet.
> work permit....Has anyone been successful getting a work permit before traveling? How long is the waiting process for Turkey?
> Could some of you out there or returning from teaching ESL in Asia or the Middle East, please tell me about the kind and type of discrimination I might receive being a black American? Could anyone recommend schools in those areas where problems might be less? I served in the Peace Corps in Belize and Ethiopia in the 1970īs and had no problems. Now I would like to experience the other side of the world. Please advise.
Warner
> CHINA 2008 - Beware of schools without license to employ foreigners during the Olympics
> Can anybody tell me if theyīve had any experience dealing with the School for Modern Skills in Dubai? Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
> Hi, Im wondering, is it possible to teach English in South Korea without a Bacherlorīs degree? I have a TESOL Qualification, however all the job adverts specify that a degree is required.
Also, does anyone have advice on how best to find job vacancies in the UAE, namely Dubai or Abu Dhabi? Websites, contacts etc?
Thanks :)
> Other than Beijing, what are some good cities to teach and live in China?
> RFT Turkey
I am considering a summer school job with RFT in Istanbul and Ankara has anyone heard of this company? any suggestions about teaching summer school?
> Hello! I am A british citizen looking to work as an English/EFL teacher in the city of ROSTOV-ON-DON (Rostov-na Duno), RUSSIA. Has anyone worked in this particular city before or in Russia itself? I am not concerned with the low wages as I am looking for the experience and to be with my fiance more than anything else. Any schools you know of in this city? Any comments will be a big help! Thanks a lot!!
Vikki
> Looking to teach International, From the US, business executive. Any Ideas , looking to teach business and english
> I have received a contract from Metropolitan International College in Torrelavega. Has anyone heard of this school? I am trying to go to Europe with my family and this would be fine but they did not even talk to me before sending a contract. So I am concerned about the legitimacy.
Erik
> What are the standard rates of pay/ average cost of living in Japan?
From what I have researched/ seen in contracts and been told at interviews the standard rate of pay for a first time teachers ESL/ ALT is 250 000 yen/ mnth (for a 35 hr week approx). Ive heard that you can teach English abroad and save a bit of money, Im not doing it for the money, rather the experience but would like to be able to save something. Given that Japan/ especially around Tokyo where I would like to be, is 250 000 an acceptable wage to cover costs and live off?
> Hi, I am moving to Istanbul in 4 weeks. I am moving to be near my boyfriend.The only job oppurtunities that are happening for me are to teach english. I have been offered a position with a school (?) named SDM. It seems the pay is very high (2000 usd) but this seems strange since I have no experience. Has anyone heard of this school? Please give thoughts concerning this. Thanks!
> Hi,
Has anyone taught in Vietnam? I would appreciate details of your experience.
> Hi,
Has anybody of īretirement ageī i.e. 65 had an experience in obtaining a work visa for working in China? I have been told the authorities are ageist.
> Does anybody have ANY tips on going about getting an EU work permit? Despite numerous offers from Asia and Eastern Europe, Iīm still reluctant to give up my vision of working in Spain. I know Europe has rights of ancestry laws and my granddad was a Scotsman who came to America in his early 20īs, , so thereīs that. I would, however appreciate any "insider" tips that were more failsafe. Thanks.
> I am interested in teaching at an international school in Thailand. I am planning on moving with my husband and infant. Has any one done this before? How is childcare is it easily accessible.
> I am hoping to live in Tainan or Madou area of Taiwan in August...Any recommendations for good school. I am a qualified teachers with 10 years experience.
Thanks Rosy
> Iīve just received an offer from a whatīs called " Madonateaching hospital in Nigeria. they offered me about 6500 USD. it looks pretty enticing.
Does anybody hear about such place. I really donīt know if itīs worth the trouble or itīs just ....???
I appreciate your help.........................../!!!???
> Iīm wondering... is it possible to teach English in Argentina and Chile without an EFL/ESL certificate? I donīt have one, but do have one year of classroom / private teaching experience. Thanks!
> What equals comfortable living in south korea?
my wife and i have been offered various jobs there and it looks like we can earn around $5500 a month combined. how much of that would we be able to save if we were careful?
> Now Taiwan. I am seriously thinking about going to Taiwan instead of China. I am presently a professor in the US and in the past I attempted to work at a university in Taiwan with no avail. My wife is suggesting Taiwan for various reasons and is willing to teach elementary herself. My big question is- does anyone knows of a school in Taiwan that would allow ones children to be enrolled while one teaches there? I do not have the talent to teach younger students, she does. No the other guy in the picture is not my wife; that is Sam Donaldson. Thank you.
> Hi, Can anyone help me.
I am looking for a teaching position ,but because I joined the British army at seventeen, I didnīt go to university so donīt have a degree.
I would like to find countries that do not require a degree for work permit and immigration purposes.
Does anyone know if Thailand or similar places has these requirements?
I am volunteering in a school in Hong Kong at the moment, because that all I seem to be able to get.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you, (Getting desperate now) Jason.
> Enlischool Tianjin,China. Stay away!!! The boss is a Canadian married to the niece of the Psb. They do not pay a salary. Hourly pay only. This means that you are verbally promised xyz amount of monthly earnings. Then when your hours are reduced( which they knew before hand) you are left holding the bag. Also, You are responsible for your housing. This results in a $500 deficit just to start working. Finally, they will not transfer your visa when decide to move on and take the rest of your remaining salary. In addition, his wife stoled my own personal teaching material that is no longer in print. This will cost around $100usd to replace. Thomas
> Only China. Does anyone have experience working at a university in China? Any recommendations? Which universities in China are considered the best? I am a US professor and teach Public Speaking and Digital Film Making. Any information is appreciated. Thank you.
> HI everyone,
Has someone any Idea about EF English First Saudi Arabia. They have a lot of Ads. these days in the net. How the company, Its package and overall environment.
Waiting for suggestions
thanks,
Manaafa
> Canterbury English TEFL Madrid
I am interested in hearing from anyone who has done this course or any New Zealander who has worked in Spain. I am a qualified teacher but Iīm having a heck of a time figuring out what I can and canīt apply for, visa info and such like. This course offers work after course completion. ? Keen to hear from anyone who can help, cheers, Julia.
> Hello. Has anyone worked or taught in International School of Choueifat, Dubai? Is the salary of teachers ok? I appreciate so much if you could share your views. Thanks.
> Are there any good jobs in Thailand. All iīm hearing about on forum is how bad each school is. Iīm a qualified teacher (i.e. have B.Ed) and iīm looking for a job were I can do really teaching..not just be a white person speaking English. Iīm open to teach anywhere in the world, besides China and Taiwan . I loved it there, but iīm looking for somewhere new.
> Does anyone have any experience with the company MexConnect? They are a staffing company for schools in South America and require a $35 payment for job referrals.
> Istanbul.
I am considering accepting a teaching job in Istanbul. I would appreciate any information regarding the culture as a whole, about any art scene that may exist, liberalism, veganism, rock climbing...
I am also curious about personal stories of young teachers in Turkey.
> Hello....has anyone worked for Sabis Schools in the United Arab Emirates?
> Istanbul
Hi, after two months of searching for work in several countries, and now sifting through
many offers, I have narrowed my search to Turkey (Istanbul) and Vietnam. I would like to hear
from anyone working in Istanbul and what your experiences are. Any companies to avoid?
I have been there as a tourist and am familiar with Turkish culture. I would like to know more
about the teaching environment, particularly in public schools. I would also appreciate any
comments on the general cost of living and what you think a fair wage is for 25 contact
īhoursī (45 min. each) per week relative to COL.
Thanks very much!
> Hi all. Anyone know anything about English First in Indonesia?
> Hi everyone.
Recently I have been offered to work in the Ministry of Education in Bahrain.
Has anyone worked in this country? If so would you tell me if it is a safe place to work and your impressions about it?
Thanks a lot.
> New to TEFL field, looking for your advice on teaching and where to teach in Taiwan
> I am very keen to start work in China, not too much worried about money really, mainly the cost of living and quality of life. Any suggestions on which areas would be the best?
> Hello, anyone worked for the VOU Agency in South Korea. I am English and have a BA, not in English. There offering $30,000 a yaer .sounds too good when i look at efl wages. let me know, thanks.
> How has this web site worked for you?
> I have just received an offer for Greece from Docino school. They request 900 Euros in advance to be repaid. Any comments on this subject - contact me asap.
regards and good luck
> I am teaching in Fukui, Japan. I have fallen into a pretty bad situation. The school I work for
owes me a lot of money, and does not respond to my numerous requests to be paid. This
includes out of pocket money owed to me for money used to pay tolls, gas and other driving
related experience. Also, the school has not paid me about 2 months salary, and at the end of
this month, it will be 3 months.
At this time the school owes me about 60 mahn.
I have searched the internet and cannot find a Japan Labor Board phone number to contact.
Anybody have a number I can call?
Thanks
> Has anyone had any experience of working in Changsha in China?
I would like some advice on the best place in China to live and teach.
> Can you get a job in the Middle East without previous experience?
> Does anyone have experience teaching in Brazil. Any experience with the Oxbridge school in Jundai, Brazil?
Any information would be helpful.
> Greetings from Indonesia!
This is bad, that this site does not allow me to include a website link, because this is exactly what I wanted to do. Since July I have been writing notes about the school where I have a misfortune to work, and I wanted to share these with fellow teachers to warn them, which kind of "schools" they can encounter in Indonesia.
Nevertheless, I will try to type this website address in such a way, that it will be possible to enter it into the browser. It will not work automatically, because it must be cleared from garbage.
The address is: (http)(colon,slash,slash)geocities(dot)com(slash)moscowtime, then there is a link on the page to "Notes about SUB".
The experiences that I had in this school are very close to fantasy of absurd, but it all really happened and is still going on.
Best wishes, teachers, and beware of sweet-mouthed employers...
> Help me find a Job, pleeaaasseee... =P
I am a 25 year old male, have a 2yr College diploma, and am dual citizen of canada and australia. I have a great job in Canada working for the govīt, but having hard time findin a job anywhere in asia.
Although i know race shouldnt be an issue, my dark skin doesnt help much...
Anyone have any pointers on where to look/apply? I am interested in any part of asia.
Thanx in advance... =)
> I would like to teach in Saudi Arabia in the public system. I would appreciate sharing your expereince with me if you have taught there.
> I plan to teach in Croatia for the 2008/09 school year. I have researched the country and have all the info I need on visa requirements etc. but am having trouble finding a list of schools there. British Council site has a partial one. Anyone have a more comprehensive list? I am interested in being on the coast.
> Speak Well School in Leeds: has anyone heard of this school?
> I am a New Zealander with only the TESOL Certificate in Teaching English to Children and Adults, I want to teach in Ankara, Turkey (April 2008 onwards), but possibly teach in a summer camp during the summer months, does anyone know of places where just the Certificate will get me a job in these areas? Thanks, also looking to make friends and find accommodation in Ankara also!
> Hi there, I have a job offer to work in Jakarta Indonesia. What are the things I should be looking for in a good employer and what are the warning signs for those I should avoid.
Also, what is the situation regarding work visas
Thanks
> Seeking some information on Santa Maria International School in Madrid. If you have any information or experience with this school, please let me know ASAP.
Thank you,
Markus Skytta
> I am considering teaching English in Panama, Chile, or Belize. Does anyone have any great experiences with schools in any of these countries, or know of schools that I should contact? If so, please share your insight. Thank you.
> Club di Lingua Inglese, Caserta, Italy
I worked for Club di Lingua Inglese for 4 months. The worst job Iīve had since I began teaching EFL. They have little to no resources. In a town that has no English literature (books, magazines, newspapers) at all, this can make planning lessons rather difficult. Marino says in his ad that he will assist you, which is a lie. My first day there, he simply told me to prepare 3-4 lesson plans for that evening. He wouldīnt even tell me the levels, ages, or interests of the students. Marino will also say and do anything to not pay you what he owesyou, including the flight home. I lost more money than I made on this venture. The main reason I left, however, was the sexual harrassment.
> hi to all - i am an indian citizen with mixed parentage. Grandparents -one scottish one dutch. went to a public school and my spoken english is far better than many "native english speakers" . yet there is resistance to employ an indian. India has a few hundred public schools set up during the British time in India. Students from these schools speak excellent english. i can imagine that to quickly shortlist possible candidates it may be best to specify īnative english speakersī but that is flawed. there are two reasons for this - one is you will not attract the best talent available with this narrow definition and secondly the standard of english is not the best in some of these countries ! What is the way out then ? Comments are invited
> International Education Network, anyone worked for them? just curious. I am proceeding to work for them and would really appreciate some info...
> Experienced teaching couple seeks info on experiences in Brasil and/or Southeast Asia
> Hi, I have a job offer in china in Tianjin. itīs a language school. Do you have any advice for me. Iīm currently working in a Japanese school in Cairo and itīs not a big difference in Salary but Iīm looking for the International experience. So if you have any advice for me please i would love to hear it.
> HI everyone.......Teaching abroad is new to me so iīm sceptical about any website or information I come across, so I have a few points to clarify. Firstly how does this site charge or get paid?.....Has anyone used itoi I have heard they are expensive?...Has anyone been to South Korea? What was it like?
> Almost all postings for jobs Iīve seen have been interested in students or singles teaching English. My husband is in the military, and we were stationed in Korea, where I was petitioned constantly to teach. I taught the whole time I was there, and really enjoyed it. Now, we are considering leaving the military and teaching English in Europe. I worry about traveling there with 3 little kids, being able to support them on 2 teaching salaries, and seeing to their schooling as well. Has anyone attempted this and have any advice? Thanks!
> Does anyone know of the Roland International College in Pataling Jaya, Malaysia? They are
offering me a very good package, but never asked for an interview, nor references and
want $250.00 to process a working visa???
> Teaching in Oman: Has anyone ever taught in Oman? I am considering it but admit that I am
ignorant to the teaching conditions there. Iīm a 24 year old single female and donīt know if itīs a
good place to be single foreigner. Any advice is great appreciated!
> Great Crystal International School Surabaya.
After ten years in Indonesia I thought I had heard all the *beep* from schools, but GCIS takes the cake. Its too long a story to tell here, just post your email and I will send all the details. Suffice it to say I lost almost 2 juta and 2 good Aussie textbooks I loaned to a teacher there. Probably the most amazing thing was when I took over a Primary One class to help them as they were short of teachers. It was the first day of the new semester and many students didnt have books so I just started playing games like I Spy with them, with a small twist, after the word was guessed they had to write it on the whiteboard. All was going well with words like desk and pencil, but one student spelled table TABEL I corrected the spelling but was immediately told by the Principal that I should not have done so and hadnt I heard of Creative Spelling near enough is good enough. The Principal was an American woman who has been in Indonesia for 2 years, she still didnt realize that the student wasnt being Creative at all, just spelling in Bahasa Indonesia. I wonder what the parents will say when they find out they are paying lots of money for their children to learn to spell in Indonesian and not English. When you teach a young child a mistake, they often carry that mistake for the rest of their lives.
> Educational Filmmaking of English Language-Discrimination-Nationalities
Hi, We are few expatriate teachers working in Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia. We are
working on educational film about the discrimination and corruption in English language and
International Schools in Asia.
We are trying to study, why Asian schools would hire only white looking teachers? Is it really
true?
How schools offer different kind a programmes to parents but in reality most of those
programmes and studies doesnt really there.
Please help us to get more information on this topic. And if you know more about corruption
please share your stories with us. Your experiences would be a great help.
Thanks
Stephen
> are online tefl (etc) certs accepted equally to a tefl(etc) cert acquired the traditional schooling way, any recommendations on a good online school that are recognised? i have to weigh up my options, i can spend 2500 on a sit in class, or 500 online & 2K travelling while studying it.... what a decision.
> TESOL Canadian teacher with 3 years experience teaching in Taiwan and Thailand. Now in Niteroi Brazil. Anyone have contacts here or ideas of how to find work faster than walking the streets? Tough here to find advertisements or english websites for many of the schools. I love kindergarten teaching. Thanks and best to all of you.
> Anyone experience any discrimination, in terms of race in apply for positions? I am trying to get some jobs in Brazil, Taiwan and so on, and a few friends are telling me that its quite the Ļstatus quo to hire someone with a white faceĻ.
Just want some feedback, because although it is apparent in America I am interested in knowing how bad it is outside the states. Iīd like to get as much feedback from anyone, regardless of your race.
Thanks,
David
> does anyone know anything about teaching in UAE? I am in Sharjah now and looking for a EFL position here or in Dubai. it would be great if you could share your experiences in UAE and suggest schools or other things.
> Hello everyone. Iīm wondering if one needs to have certification (ESL, TEFL, etc.) to be considered for a teaching position? I donīt have a teaching license. Instead, I am a registered nurse who trains other nurses how to use computers and software.
What I want to do is teach anything (English of course) in Brazil. Does a guy like me have a chance at something like this with no formal experience?
> Brazil
Anybody got any ideas comments or suggestion on teaching in Brazil
> Teaching in Mongolia
For those wanting to teach in Mongolia itīs safer to turn up in the country with a tourist visa
and find a job in the country after you arrive. I made the mistake of taking a job with SANTIS
before arriving in Mongolia, which I regretted almost immediately, as did alot of other very
good Teachers. Santis state that they pay one of the highest salaries in the country, infact
they are one of the lowest, and the ten days paid vacation they offer fails to mention that you
have to work for the entire year before you will be paid for your vacation.
Here a few of the other options available:
State school No 3 joint Russian Mongolian school. 14.5 hours pw (paid overtime available)
$1000 pm + accomodation.
American Sc
> I am currently looking for an ESL job in China. Should I be looking into Langauge schools rather than public schools?
> Hey guys, I am fairly new to this. Iīm finishing up as a Grade 7 teacher in Toronto, Canada and am looking for work as an ESL teacher. Iīm interested in South Korea/China - does anyone recommend any particular schools? Schools to stay away from? Replies would be appreciated!
Cheers,
-Sunny
> What is the best way for non-native speaker like me to get a teaching job in China this summer? Any suggestions?Please help me
> Does anyone know any links or info on teaching English online or on telephone? Most links send me to universities that teach English online for students who want to learn English, but I want to be hired as a prof. of English language and grammar. I will appreciate it very much, if you could post your info. Thanks.
> BUENOS AIRES... Has anyone taught ESL here? and if so, do you have any suggestions on people/organizations to talk to in regards to working or even volunteering (to start with)? Thanks!
> Hello, I would just like to ask all of you of how is it to be teaching in Alberta, specifically, Edmonton, Canada... How is the pay scale, learners, co-staff relationships? How about the weather, I will come from the Philippines... Any warnings on what to do and not to do? Thank you so much for your advices... God bless you all!!!
> First, I would like to say hello to all of the teachers meeting at this site. I have over thirty years experience as a consultant, and Business English Teacher. During my life I have learned that the first rule of negotiations is to never pass the "breaking point" just for the sake of getting a job. If you think about it, there are more jobs than teachers. In fact, those who willingly accept low pay, high hours, and poor conditions, are cutting everyoneīs throats. If you canīt reach a mutually satisfactory agreement, donīt accept the job. There is always another position right around the corner. If enough of us demand a contract that reflects the market, things WILL change.
> I am a qualified TEFL teacher. Although I have taught on a summer school and also a one to one basis. I am having trouble finding full time employment, as I have a disability which means I sometimes use a wheelchair. Has anyone got any suggestions or come across a similar situation?
> Callan teaching method- has anyone taught it and what was your experience of it,I see a language school in Poland is using it?
Also wanting to teach in Romania, would appreciate any information and or recommendations. Thank you
> My husband and I are looking for jobs teaching English in Latin America or the Caribbean. Does anyone have any great information on schools that we should investigate? We both have masterīs degrees and experience.
> Can anybody share positive experiences that they have had? Iīm looking to hear about all-around good experiences (including pay, vacation time, behavior of kids, school/company support)... thanks :)
> David and Laurette Mears [NZ] Watch for Shell Nigeria, saying that they are employing ESL Teachers, they are using a family photo saying it is Dr Nelson Brown and requesting all your documentation...They are obviously Frauds and just wanting your personal Info...
Also Chiese kids writing for their schools again fraud...
> STOP WORKING FOR SLAVE WAGES!!
Wake up teachers, you are being paid wages far below the poverty level of most industrialized countries.Do not waste your hard earned degree on peanuts,lets do something about these pitiful wages.
> Hi there,
My name is Wayne Rice and I am a secondary school and TEFL teacher currently teaching in South Korea. I am married and my wife is also a TEFL teacher. We are interested in hearing from any teachers who have had an exceptionally good experience teaching at a school. We are keen to hear about the school wherever it may be. We are open to teaching anywhere and will consider a variety of salaries. Would appreciate any advice or tips.
Many Thanks
Wayne Rice
> Has anyone worked as an agent for a language school? Advice?
> teaching english in nepal. anyone have information re paid work as a teacher in nepal. there are many voluntary jobs but i intend to live there and need an income. any adivce greatly appreciated to help my dream come true of working in my favourite country. i am teaching in thailand at the moment
> I want someone to help me out. I would like to know the teaching competencies of teachers teaching English for the secondary level students.How to identify these competencies in teachers teaching English?
> What is the best way for non-native speaker like me to get a teaching job in China this summer? Any suggestions?
>
ONLINE LEARNING THE WAY AHEAD FOR THE GLOBAL EXPERIENCE!
After many enjoyable years teaching EFL-ESP in the Middle East & Asia, it is an exciting prospect to use the internet to reach students worldwide.
Lets hear from others who have used this latest method of teaching.
Several organizations are advertising and it looks to be the way ahead. The advantages are obvious: No travel & visas required for teachers or students, a very short commute and the opportunity to work a schedule that fits in with a family friendly life-style.
Please share your thoughts and experiences........thanks, Chris
> BEWARE OF SCHOOL SCAMS..........
The Zurich International ENGLISH School (ZIES) is a FRAUD. They took info from the REAL school ww.zis.ch (Zurich Intnal School) and changed it up just a bit to seem real, but then ask for 600 euro up front when hired--- BEWARE, ITīS A SCAM.
ANYONE KNOW OF ANY OTHER FAKE SCHOOLS JUST TRYING TO GET YOUR MONEY POST IT HERE. WE COULD ALL USE THE HELP!
> IFTS, my school,l runs a Far Distance TESL teacher training program consisting of 12 degree course modules incl. Linguistics, Language Learning Theory, Language Pedagogy, Methodology, CALL etc. It is free of charge and was designed to help poor students in developing countries.
For lack of funds the program has not yet been accredited but the degree conferred is legal. In some countries, this has been sufficient for our graduates to find a suitable job.
This is NOT a commercial ad... simply a brief report!
http://www.ifts-tesl.edu.tf
> There are two options for a qualification as a TESL Teacher Trainer:
- To train other trainees in school run by a commercial provider, you obviously need to have at least the samwe qualification yourself, perhaps in addition also degree from a recognised university, and certain teaching experience.
- Training other TESL Teacher Training students at more academic level, you certainly will need an advanced degree (Master/Doctorate) from a recognised university in a relevant subject area and preferably some relevant teaching experience.
Commercial providers offer 4-week intensive course TESL teacher training programs, and I do not understand how you can be qualified within such short time. It seems to be a business......
> What will happen to all those so called elderly people (age by number) with vast experience and no openings anywhere? How will that knowledge see the light of the day ?
> Regualte this industry.
If you dont have a REAL EARNED TEFL certificate (especially for non-natives). Please get out the industry. Adegree in Astrophysics means very little and hurts the credability of those who did get one...
Your thoughts????????????????????????????????????????????
> Is it really necessary to have an ESL or TEFL to teach English with regard to the non-native speakers?There might be others on the other side of the world who are well versed with the language even with out an ESL. What about them?Arenīt they eligible for it?
> Let me first thank the members of serious Teacher staff for offering us this opportunity to exchange our views and ideas among colleagues Secondly,let me introduce myself; my name is Zakaria Argoub i have lived in Canada many years where i studied and earned my B.A Degree in English Studies.I have also taught in Canada,in Europe,and in Middel East.(in Saudi at Hail University,and at Ibra College ofTechnology in Oman.I reside in Belgium and am currently free and ready for a new challenge elsewhere.Thank you for taking the time to read this.I await your response
Zakaria
> I hear a lot about online courses for teacher training, masters programs, etc.... Does anyone know of any that are legitimate?
> What type of degree or certificate should I get if I want to become an ESL trainer of teachers?
> Hi,
I am inspired by children . Are there any out there waiting to be amused by funny and educational english let me know.
bye for now
> Why does age matter
> Dear friends, did anybody teach in SABIS schools? If yes, what can you say about the job.
> Jobs in Korea for ESL Teachers - How is the position for ESL Teachers in Korea? Is it hard to manage with the situation as regards the language problem for dealing with people in day to day conversation for daily needs. if there are people who knows some english to help you from time to time if you need help?
> HI Sam Bernales here saying hello to all teachers helping the world to be a better place of learning...God Speed.
> Expats in Dubai:
-My husband and I are experienced teachers
-Moving to Dubai in March
-Hoping to find an amazing job there!
-Seeking advice!
> POSITIVE TEACHING EXPERIENCES
> TEFL Certificate/ Contract packages: Scams or great deals?
> Higher Salaries for Korean ESL Teachers
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