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lovehappens · Joined: 16 Dec 2008 Posts: 53 Location: Oregon

it seems there are so many different opinions about working in Italy. Besides having the euro passport everyone has such a different thing to say.

I have some free miles and hashing around in my head about taking a trip somewhere and checking things out Spain, Italy.ME Well, it's just a thought. In reality I'll probably make the decision right in front of my computer.
These are countries of which I have not previously visited.

If one were to go to Italy any suggestions of which schools for someone with a MA in journalism and 12 yrs of experience might want to check out.

If you are residing in Italy where is your favorite place to live?

SueH · Joined: 01 Feb 2003 Posts: 1022 Location: Northern Italy

lovehappens · Joined: 16 Dec 2008 Posts: 53 Location: Oregon

Sue H you seem to made it there OK is it because you are very special?
I have a Master's and many other qualifications which you have no clue about so your tongue in check response is very odd.

I also wonder why you who are in Italy are on the ESL job board every single day. I would be doing a lot more than hanging out on the ESL board for people looking for jobs if I were already employed and living in Italy.

Glenlivet · Joined: 21 Mar 2009 Posts: 179 Location: Poland

spiral78 · Joined: 05 Apr 2004 Posts: 11534 Location: On a Short Leash

An MA in an field unrelated to teaching or second language acquisition isn't necessarily considered a stellar qualification in areas where the job market is quite competitive these days.

As Glenlivet points out, your citizenship will be the more important consideration in the countries you mention, all of which essentially limit legal working papers in ESL teaching to EU member citizens.

SueH · Joined: 01 Feb 2003 Posts: 1022 Location: Northern Italy

EvilTwin2000 · Joined: 01 Mar 2009 Posts: 34

Wow--talk about biting the hand that feeds you. Or tries to.

I'm shocked. You long-timers seem to be taking it more in stride. Deja vu?

Sue, I've always appreciated whatever you've had to share. And I'm sure I'm not alone on this. Thanks.

I can't think of anything else to say that wouldn't breach decorum.

Betti · Joined: 03 Feb 2007 Posts: 44

Oh, it's the same old chestnut doing the rounds again. I've always found other teachers on this forum very helpful and there's plenty of advice here for non-Europeans. I really dislike it when us 'old-timers' seem to be held responsible for global immigration issues. There seems to be a minority who feel that those of us scratching a living in Italy don't want other people to come here. That is definitely not the case. I value the advice and opinions of my fellow teachers and, personally, am always happy to give help and share ideas. As a non-EU member it WILL be difficult but not necessarily impossible to find work. Past experience in other fields can be useful but an appropriate teaching certificate will probably open more doors (in professional organisations, anyway). A knowledge of Italian (however basic) also helps. Language schools don't require it, but to live and participate in your place of choice, it sure does help.

pinkpig · Joined: 29 Jul 2009 Posts: 2

The Roman Forum, a magazine for English speakers and expats has an article about the practicalities of teaching English in Italy:

http://www.theromanforum.com/?p=4111