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Whereintheworld · Joined: 25 Jun 2014 Posts: 13

Hi,

Does anyone know if they're hiring at SQU for next year? I don't see them listed for the TALCON Conference next month.

I'm an American woman, just turned 55, currently in Saudi (2.5 yrs), but would like to go to Oman next year, if possible. I have an MA TESOL and 25 yrs experience, including in a number of countries.

Is SQU a possibility for next year?

Thank you in advance for any insights or ideas.

nomad soul · Joined: 31 Jan 2010 Posts: 11454 Location: The real world

So far they're listed as attending TESOL Int'l in the US next month.

danmbob · Joined: 03 Jun 2009 Posts: 71

They have a job posting on the Tesol site. I think they prefer to interview in person at conferences but correct me if I'm wrong.

veiledsentiments · Joined: 20 Feb 2003 Posts: 17644 Location: USA

Yes, they do prefer in person interviews.

And since it is the top job in Oman as far as pay and benefits, it is very competitive.

VS

danshengou · Posted: Sun Feb 26, 2017 10:54 am Post subject:

And based on what I've heard about this location, this could be a good move for your demographic. Not sure if they still require attendance at the job fair, but since you're already in Saudi, you should try to get there. One negative though is that Oman will kick you out at 60. But it could be fun, so get to the fair if you can and good luck.

Whereintheworld · Joined: 25 Jun 2014 Posts: 13

Thank you for the feedback.

Does anyone know if they'll be at TESOL Arabia next month? The US Conference is too far. I'd be happy to go to Dubai if I knew they'd be there; otherwise, I'd rather not... and at the moment, I don't see them listed.

On the other hand, would it be possible to meet them in Oman? I'd be happy to go to Oman for an interview, if possible? However, I don't see anyway to get in touch with them(?)

Any ideas?

Yes, I've heard very good things about SQU and Oman, so I thought it'd be interesting for a bit.

Cheers Smile

veiledsentiments · Joined: 20 Feb 2003 Posts: 17644 Location: USA

There are no openings on the website, but you could send an application anyway. In your cover letter you could explain that you are unable to attend TESOL in the US, but would be available to fly to Oman for an interview. (right now it looks like they will not be in Dubai)

Or... you could try calling the department... now known as the Centre of Preparatory Studies or some such. (info is on the website) And ask them how to proceed.

Or... you could take a nice holiday in Oman and drop off your application in person. Cool

I would try to do so before they head to TESOL.

danshengou · Posted: Sun Feb 26, 2017 4:59 pm Post subject:

veiledsentiments · Joined: 20 Feb 2003 Posts: 17644 Location: USA

I know them personally... and worked with them back in the late '80s. They are still there... Cool

VS

Whereintheworld · Joined: 25 Jun 2014 Posts: 13

Yep, all good ideas Smile

Will give them a try.

Cheers!

nomad soul · Joined: 31 Jan 2010 Posts: 11454 Location: The real world

FYI: SQU is now listed for TESOL Arabia's upcoming job fair.

Whereintheworld · Joined: 25 Jun 2014 Posts: 13

Great, thanks for the information Smile

veiledsentiments · Joined: 20 Feb 2003 Posts: 17644 Location: USA

The convention is this coming weekend in Dubai.

I hope you can organize a visit with this short notice.

VS

veiledsentiments · Joined: 20 Feb 2003 Posts: 17644 Location: USA

Here's an oddity. I just looked at the job listing on their convention page... and there is exactly one employer interviewing for the UAE. And that is the British Council.

Very few jobs at all actually...

VS

aliasrachel · Joined: 04 Aug 2014 Posts: 44

I have an interview with SQU next week. Does anyone have current information about their work environment/salary?

Thanks! Smile