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markosonlines · Joined: 22 May 2003 Posts: 49 Location: Ise

I NEED a job in Mie. Shocked

Anyone in Mie-ken have a lead for me??? Laughing

Cheers,

Markos

Hondo 2.0 · Joined: 05 Aug 2004 Posts: 69 Location: Canada

There is a small company with two branches, one in Ise, and another in Matsusaka. It's called G.E.S., and they often have vacancies. It's no frills eikaiwa. I think there are a fair number of kids' classes.
I did a four month bit with Nova last summer. I was looking for a place near Ise, and ended up in Yokkaichi. That's always an option. They've got schools all over the place, and there're always vacancies.

markosonlines · Joined: 22 May 2003 Posts: 49 Location: Ise

Hahaha,

I used to work there. I am considering going back, but I'd rather do something different. But I'd definitely consider a short-term contract. Plus I don't yet know if they've positions available.

I've got my ear to the ground there, a few friends asking around. I think something wll come up in time.

Markos

Hondo 2.0 · Joined: 05 Aug 2004 Posts: 69 Location: Canada

If you worked there any time in the last five years, did you ever go to one of Hideki and Jessica's parties?

markosonlines · Joined: 22 May 2003 Posts: 49 Location: Ise

No, I've only met them once. But I spoke with Jess the other day when I was calling around looking for jobs. She gave me some tips, she's great. I believe we lived in the same apartment, the shithole that it was.

Markos

Hondo 2.0 · Joined: 05 Aug 2004 Posts: 69 Location: Canada

They're both fantastic people. I actually worked with Hideki for a few months while he was still with GEOS.
By the way, one of the high schools in Ise is called Kogakan. I heard through my in-laws that they hire their own ALTs. That might be an intersting thing to pursue.

markosonlines · Joined: 22 May 2003 Posts: 49 Location: Ise

So far have picked up a 3-hour paid trial lesson and an interview, plus I I've got another person who doesn't have anything immediate but wants to meet me anyhow. I think the lady has set up intro lessons for three classes and will hire me maybe if they like me. Two ladies classes following a kids class, should be easy. I don't know if either of the interviews will lead to full time work, but three part time jobs would work fine, plus a few private lessons here and there. I may need a scooter too, but will be tight on cash with the moving and apartment costs. See what happens.

Have at least 3 friends in the industry keeping an eye out for me, and am also looking for short term accommodation, like 1-2 months extendable. Should find out tomorrow availability for one place, through one of the friends.

Markos

Hondo 2.0 · Joined: 05 Aug 2004 Posts: 69 Location: Canada

Short-term extendable sounds like a Leo Palace to me. I stayed in one last summer, and was quite satisfied.
Do you have an interest in SHS/JHS work? That's something that I think I'm going to pursue when I go back. And I will be going back; I've got in-laws in the area.

icollin · Joined: 05 Feb 2003 Posts: 39

Happy that you've got something lined up! It's such a small world, I know Jessie too...

markosonlines · Joined: 22 May 2003 Posts: 49 Location: Ise

May have just picked up a wedding minister position too, meeting the lady on Monday. Things seem to be falling into place quite well Smile

Still have to get a haircut before I go though Sad

Do you know Mike? Didn't he use to do the weddings in Ise? And he is a complete athiest, standing there reading the bible to Japanese people who know stuff-all English but want a white wedding.

That'll be me, except I still fear god........

........sometimes anyhow Razz

Anyhow, between three part-time spots and a few weddings and maybe privates on the side, should be a wealthy man by Christmas Razz

Well, I should be able to pay the rent anyhow, see how next week unfolds first.

Markos

markosonlines · Joined: 22 May 2003 Posts: 49 Location: Ise

Some dude from Peppy Kids has contacted me too now. Do you guys know anything about them? I think they have a place in Matsusaka. I'd rather not work with just kids but a full-time job would be reassuring.

Also, I have lined up an apartment near the station in Ise if I want it. Very small, but it's a month by month deal, so I can get out easy, and a refunadable deposit. Will probably take it unless one of the jobs is full time with established accom.

Markos

icollin · Joined: 05 Feb 2003 Posts: 39

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Hondo 2.0 · Joined: 05 Aug 2004 Posts: 69 Location: Canada

I know a Mike in the area. He's bald, married to a Japanese girl, and has tattoos. It could be the same guy...

I used to live a five-minute walk from Ise station. I worked at the GEOS across the street from the old Sanco building. You know, if you're looking for a full-time job teaching adults, you could talk to the manager there. I heard that GEOS is now recruiting within Japan.