epepke
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Virgil said:
I haven't done it, but I did get certified to do it, with the New World Teachers at a program with the University of Guadalajara in Puerto Vallarta.
Getting certified was probably one of the best experiences in my life.
I haven't actually gone overseas to teach, though.
My friend (irish) has been teaching english to children in China for the last two years or so...
He says he is paid extremely well and enjoys his job very much.
I don't have any information to help you re: qualifying/applying but apparently it is enjoyable and rewarding.
Good luck.
Toni
He says he is paid extremely well and enjoys his job very much.
I don't have any information to help you re: qualifying/applying but apparently it is enjoyable and rewarding.
Good luck.
Toni
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Virgil said:
What do you want to know?
Hexxenhammer
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I have a friend who teaches English in South Korea. He's on his second stint. Of course, everything I hear from him involves drinking, puking, rowdy Irish co-workers, and bragging about his hot korean girlfriend who obviously just sees him as an American and not as the drunken, geeky, hick from North Dakota that he is. Somewhere in there he teaches.
Luciana
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A certified teacher will easily get a job in the many language schools in Brazil. The problem is that they pay you a pittance, which will barely be enough for you to rent a one-bedroom apartment in a decent part of the city. Now, if you do have experience and a certificate, you can earn more by teaching adults in private classes.
I've met quite a few of "native speakers" in language schools. They were usually the adventurous types who wanted to see the world and they didn't care about being overworked and earning little, as long as they could enjoy the outdoors year round. Some stayed just one semester before moving to another South American country. Some others end up staying longer. Sometimes they used to share apartments. I liked hanging out with them, as most were delighted with their experiences in teaching, in Rio, going to the beach, knowing a different culture.
I met a 20yo Canadian guy who had to return home after four months, after having been diagnosed with malnutrition. Basically, it was the fist time he was leaving home, and he seriously neglected a healthy diet...
I also met this English woman who had travelled all over Brazil in a bike (!) and was now settling in Rio. I lost contact with her, but she had been here for at least three years.
If you ever come to Rio, I can indicate which language schools offer better environments and pay more.
I've met quite a few of "native speakers" in language schools. They were usually the adventurous types who wanted to see the world and they didn't care about being overworked and earning little, as long as they could enjoy the outdoors year round. Some stayed just one semester before moving to another South American country. Some others end up staying longer. Sometimes they used to share apartments. I liked hanging out with them, as most were delighted with their experiences in teaching, in Rio, going to the beach, knowing a different culture.
I met a 20yo Canadian guy who had to return home after four months, after having been diagnosed with malnutrition. Basically, it was the fist time he was leaving home, and he seriously neglected a healthy diet...
I also met this English woman who had travelled all over Brazil in a bike (!) and was now settling in Rio. I lost contact with her, but she had been here for at least three years.
If you ever come to Rio, I can indicate which language schools offer better environments and pay more.
Hypocolius
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South Korea is very big in EFL teaching right now. Top of the tree moneywise is probably still the Middle East, UAE, Qatar, Oman etc. Jobs are advertised all over the place. Dave's EFL Cafe is a good place to start to get the lowdown on employers, countries to work in etc. Also lots of jobs advertised here.
Hi Virgil,
I taught English in Japan for a year. The minimum amount you get for a working visa is 3 million yen a year, which is roughly $28,000 US. There are tons of jobs, many of them reputable. I don't know where you're posting from or how old you are, but if you're from Canada, the UK, Australia (and maybe NZ, not sure) and under 30, you can get a working holiday visa, which means you can get a visa before you get a job. If you want more info, you can reply to this thread or PM me.
I taught English in Japan for a year. The minimum amount you get for a working visa is 3 million yen a year, which is roughly $28,000 US. There are tons of jobs, many of them reputable. I don't know where you're posting from or how old you are, but if you're from Canada, the UK, Australia (and maybe NZ, not sure) and under 30, you can get a working holiday visa, which means you can get a visa before you get a job. If you want more info, you can reply to this thread or PM me.
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I was a TEFL teacher in Taiwan for a year and a half. I had a thoroughly enjoyable time and made a fair bit if cash at the same time, but Taiwan is not for everyone and it's certainly no tourist hotspot.
Go to Dave's TEFL Cafe to read the accounts of other teachers from all over the world, plus warning against particular schools. I would suggest going to a country where you speak some of the native language, so you are not totally reliant on your employers or agent to get work.
Go to Dave's TEFL Cafe to read the accounts of other teachers from all over the world, plus warning against particular schools. I would suggest going to a country where you speak some of the native language, so you are not totally reliant on your employers or agent to get work.
virgil,
how does one find an honest, on the level position
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Hello virgil,
If you want to teach English overseas, the best way to find a real and safe position would be to contact the School Board of the district you live in, if you are a teacher. You could visit their webpage first and e-mail the appropriate person. Could be Human Resources, I'm not sure but their website would no doubt give you the information you're looking for. If not try your local newspaper and proceed from there. No doubt it would be a great experience. I believe the cost of return trips are sometimes covered.
how does one find an honest, on the level position
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Hello virgil,
If you want to teach English overseas, the best way to find a real and safe position would be to contact the School Board of the district you live in, if you are a teacher. You could visit their webpage first and e-mail the appropriate person. Could be Human Resources, I'm not sure but their website would no doubt give you the information you're looking for. If not try your local newspaper and proceed from there. No doubt it would be a great experience. I believe the cost of return trips are sometimes covered.