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joem · Joined: 24 Apr 2005 Posts: 15 Location: California

Hi Folks,

Really appreciate your advice on teaching in Thailand. The only international school signup that I found online is:

International Schools Services, Princeton, NJ (USA)

I filled out the voluminous paperwork and discovered that they have a $160.00 (US) processing fee.
Is this normal?
Any advice about how to apply for International schools in Thailand?
Thanks,
Joe M

tedkarma · Posted: Mon May 02, 2005 11:03 pm Post subject:

ISS is the most widely used of the services, but also the most expensive. Others (do a search) (specifically AdamJ for one), reported ISS as being the most useful in their successful job searches.

If you are truly qualified for a real international school - realize that the US$160 is a small investment in your new future. The job hunt is not a good place to cut corners.

Just my opinion.

joem · Joined: 24 Apr 2005 Posts: 15 Location: California

TedK,
You da MAN! Thanks so much for your quick, knowledgeable responses.
Joe

Kent F. Kruhoeffer · Joined: 22 Jan 2003 Posts: 2129 Location: 中国

Here's one more you could check into, Joe:

http://www.cois.org/ (UK based Council of International Schools)

~ reposted from: TEFL WORLDWIDE in Part II of The Master Index Thailand

Kent F. Kruhoeffer · Joined: 22 Jan 2003 Posts: 2129 Location: 中国

And one more I just stole off the General Forum.

This is a placement agency that specialises in International Schools:

http://www.search-associates.com/

joem · Joined: 24 Apr 2005 Posts: 15 Location: California

Hi Guys,
Once again, thanks. Update on ISS.
I filled out the form for ISS and asked for Thailand only. They e-mailed me back that they will not accept a request for only ONE country.
Just a note for those who want to avoid doing the application for nothing.
Pursuing other avenues.
Thanks a bunch,
Joe M.

Nomad Dan · Joined: 17 Feb 2003 Posts: 145 Location: Myanmar

I am using Search Associates. Paid 150 dollars to register...It is all last minute now, and I am discouraged as the few emails I have sent to international schools in Bangkok have not brought results. I need to hire a new PR guy....heck, I am a well-qualified and diversified teacher...

What does anyone know about International School Bangkok?

Thanks,
Nomad Dan

joem · Joined: 24 Apr 2005 Posts: 15 Location: California

Forget the agencies. I go onbline to Ajarn each day (so MANY ads) and email directly the ones I want. I have several job offers from high schools and a university.
A friend of mine swears by ISB.
Good luck!
Joe

Nomad Dan · Joined: 17 Feb 2003 Posts: 145 Location: Myanmar

Well, Good luck then.

I speak only through my own experience...

I just know that the better international schools will not hire by any other means than the job fairs through the agencies. Yes, I suppose there are many high schools and universities who do not have this policy.

Suerte.
Nomad Dan

JZer · Joined: 16 Jan 2005 Posts: 3898 Location: Pittsburgh

How much do international schools in Thailand pay? Also how many years of experience do you need?

Nomad Dan · Joined: 17 Feb 2003 Posts: 145 Location: Myanmar

It truly runs the spectrum....and depends on experience....two years of teaching in a US, British or other western public school or international school is the usual minimum. Certification a must, masters a plus.
Nomad D