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[ldragon]

I'm finding many of the government universities offer wages (and workloads) significantly lower than primary and secondary schools. But I hear there's ways to get extra hours to bring your salary back up to par, or even beyond. Usually something between 25K and 30K, plus 500 to 600 for additional hours taught. But how reliable are these extra hours? And do the government universities pay during the holidays (October and March/April)? Basically, I'm just wondering if- environment aside- it's just a better deal to work for a primary or secondary school that pays 35K+ plus holidays. Also, do the private universities tend to pay a more competitive rate?

[sigmoid]

Normally, both unis and schools give one-year contracts. The question to ask is if the paid holidays are really holidays or do you still have to sign in everyday. Some schools do that or require some sort of office work. Do check before you sign anything.

Also, check about office hours. If they say you have to be there all day (often with a time clock), then look elsewhere. You want a place that let's you bend the rules a little bit.

Yes, they often have extra classes (eves and weekends) but the rate often varies and I wouldn't say they were particularly reliable, but come and go.

Basically, yes, if you're just thinking about money then you want to look into private unis and teaching kids.

[Pytheas]

[plumpy nut]

30K is typical for starting in schools in Bangkok, and University demonstration schools. 25K would be in the provinces.