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 Created by Aigerim Myrzabekova on March 10, 2010 (0 replies)
Click to add a new thread to this forum! Hello Everyone,

I was wondering if anyone worked in Suzhou International Foreign
Language School in China. I got a decent job offer, but I am not sure yet.
Any advice or suggestions will be greatly appreciated!
 Created by GEL RAS on February 15, 2010 (1 replies)
Click to add a new thread to this forum! Hi!
Has anybody worked in Daegu English Village (Yeunjin College, Daegu, South Korea)?
I would be very thankful to hear your opinions, both positive and negative.
 Created by Danny Andre Dixon on February 14, 2010 (1 replies)
Click to add a new thread to this forum! Is an online M.A. in TESOL really considered legitimate overseas if obtained by an accredited institution here in the U.S.? I have taught ESL in the public schools for 3 years in addition to having taught English Language Arts for 10 additional years.
 Created by Vincent DeLorenzo on December 23, 2009 (1 replies)
Click to add a new thread to this forum! I would like to post this for teachers who are considering a position in Egypt with any school, Language Center or Training company. As the Principal of an "American school" (and 14 years living there), I have witnessed certain issues by some private establishment throughout Egypt. Avoid bringing the Police into any disagreement between you and the establishment because, as a foreigner you will not win your case. If you are considering ANY position in Egypt, 1- Get a complete, SIGNED contract that states ALL the conditions outright, nothing verbal, especially in English, (Oh, you didnīt understand the translation), 2- PAY FOR NOTHING UP FRONT, if they want you in this high demand market, let them pay first! 3- Donīt trust ANYTHING verbal. 4- Learn at least a rudimentary Arabic, then you will know what is really going on (donīt say you understand Arabic)
 Created by Marie  Fougere on December 13, 2009 (1 replies)
Click to add a new thread to this forum! Entry Level Teachers,
"Looking for employment in our new career". Hang in there, it will come. I know how it feels. I am semi retired and it feels like my lifes acheivements and dedication was for nothing when you notice all the postings that say BA, PHD, and so on. I am for certain going to start my BA. However it does not help the fact that you need a teachers job. Well all we can do is stick to our values and beliefs. I know I am worth 7ooormb in China. I just wish there was a company that only recruits entry level. Guess Iīll just keep praying God takes me in the right direction...Happy Hollidays to All:))
 Created by Cora Maning on November 27, 2009 (0 replies)
Click to add a new thread to this forum! Working in a government school is really tiring and fascinating. A classroom with 50 students against 1 teacher. Most of the students come from poor families and problems regarding shortage of books, chairs and classroom is a perennial problem.My 18 years experience is full of joy and tears but I cant remember 1 pupil Gr.1 noted for his thief against some student using a toy gun is a clear "hold up" inside the school campus.When I asked about him I found out that he is an orphan and under the care of an 80 year old grandmother who cant afford to give him allowance. So I told him if I give you daily allowance will you stop? And now I give him his daily allowance and he really stopped. I realized then...that the family where he grows up with really makes up a CHILD.
 Created by Jessica Pettit on November 23, 2009 (2 replies)
Click to add a new thread to this forum! Are there any job postings that do NOT require one to have a degree? I would like to obtain a degree, and in order for me to do that, I would like to pay off the debt I have accumulated and get back into a school.

I feel that I have enough knowledge, as of course, English is my first and main language. I have worked with children, and have taught (art) before. Please donīt get offended (if you would?,) or shrug this off as "whatever," I just honestly, would like to know. I will obtain a degree, but now, I have to do work that makes a difference in my pay check and othersī lives.

Thank you, Jessica.
 Created by Tamiko Williams on October 31, 2009 (13 replies)
Click to add a new thread to this forum! Iīm refocusing a job search from KSA because I think it will be too intense for my 15 year-old boy. Can anyone tell me about living/working in Qatar, Oman or Bahrain?
Thanks!
 Created by Joe Dyer on October 28, 2009 (2 replies)
Click to add a new thread to this forum! china-the former agency refuses to release letter of recommendation?? the contract was completed and over, what can i do?
 Created by Serious soup de jour on October 21, 2009 (3 replies)
Click to add a new thread to this forum! Share with us the most remote and fascinating place you have worked in.
 Created by Bruce Baker on October 16, 2009 (1 replies)
Click to add a new thread to this forum! Teaching in Korea: What are the positives? What should one be WARY of?
 Created by Tamiko Williams on October 9, 2009 (2 replies)
Click to add a new thread to this forum! I would like to work in KSA but I donīt have ESL certification. I have 2 Masters, 1 BA, and 2 associates, in addition to 6 years experience. Would this make a difference, or is it worthwhile to get the certification. Also, is it very difficult for a single woman to work in KSA without male sponsorship?
Thanks
 Created by Serious soup de jour on September 30, 2009 (4 replies)
Click to add a new thread to this forum! Can teaching abroad become addictive? Did you only want to teach 1 year and found yourself 6 years later still abroad? Let me know your stories.
 Created by Jason Gerstenkorn on September 29, 2009 (1 replies)
Click to add a new thread to this forum! Hey, I am graduating with a Bachelor of Art in German with a minor in TEFL in
the United States. Where is my best bet for cancelling my $50,000 of student
loan debt? Iīd like to pursue TEFL, better my German language skills and
eventually attend a graduate school (in Germany + Austria the universities
have minimal tuition fees).
 Created by Serious soup de jour on September 19, 2009 (17 replies)
Click to add a new thread to this forum! Where is the best place to teach in terms of the nicest and friendliest people?
 Created by Serious soup de jour on September 12, 2009 (0 replies)
Click to add a new thread to this forum! What are some of the most ambitious projects you have taken on as a teacher outside of classroom work, such as speaking engagements or writing curriculums? Please share with us
 Created by Mohammad Naseem-ul-Islam on September 11, 2009 (0 replies)
Click to add a new thread to this forum! My view is about retired teachers. Most of the Asian countries retire teachers at the age of 60 years. After that these teachers are not accepted for teaching in their respective countries due to one reason or the other. But I have observed that vacancies of teachers are in bulk on web.
It would be appropriate that the experience of these teachers who are in a position to work and in good health should also be given chances to contribute further at international level. In this regard a separate registration directory be established under "SERIOUS ALLIANCE OF TEACHERS & EMLOYERS".
I hope this would help to make use of qualified and experienced teachers at international level. Thank you. Mohammad Naseem-ul-Islam.
 Created by Serious soup de jour on September 3, 2009 (7 replies)
Click to add a new thread to this forum! Many teachers love to teach in Europe. Does it seem that many countries in the EU have made it too difficult to obtain a VISA to work there and are schools being to difficult looking for European Passport holders?
 Created by Corine  Baker on September 1, 2009 (1 replies)
Click to add a new thread to this forum! Does anyone know how licensure works overseas if you have a USA license to teach?
 Created by Serious soup de jour on August 29, 2009 (5 replies)
Click to add a new thread to this forum! It seems that mainly countries in Asia offer accommodation and flight. Do you as a job seeker look for these types of benefits or is the salary, place or school more important to you?
 
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