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[marisol127]

So I was online at craigslist and I found a listing that said Teach & Travel...

"Teach English all over the world make money and have the time of your life.
To qualify: High School graduate, 18 years or older, free to travel abroad and having a TESOL CERTIFICATION IS A "MUST". (We can help you get it in 5 days)
Countries currently hiring: 85 around the world

Adventure yourself and get a job of a lifetime!
Great benefits may include:
-Fully furnished apartment
-Health Insurance
-Round trip tickets
-Great salary of up to $1,000.00 per week

We have sent out 20,000 teachers abroad and we have Thousands of jobs available

Please contact us only if you are "serious" and available to travel within the next 6 months.

- Name
- Telephone and e-mail for contact
- Best Time to call
- Age
- Availability to travel
- Level of education (Minimum High School)
- Countries of interest

DO NOT send your resume or other information until you are asked.
Contacts made without the above information will not be considered.

Job location is 85 countries around the world
Compensation: up to $1,000.00 per week
Hiring Organization: Global TESOL"

I'm already certified to teach but if they make me do a 5 day course and it's reasonably affordable and near my home, I'd consider doing it all over again. My question is, has anyone ever gotten work through them, how reputable are they, what kinds of schools will they place you in, how is the standard of living (in general, I know it varies from country to country), etc, you know, all the big questions one could have about a company like this. I would love to be able to work in South America or Europe (not holding much hope for that one, though, as I'm from the U.S. and don't want to create any controversies on the message boards). I'm assuming, also that the "up to $1000 a week" salary is either for asia or the middle east, which is okay, I'll deal with a lower salary, heck I don't even make that over in the States. So if anyone can help me out, or, if this is not the way to go, recommend another program or company that will be able to get some jobs lined up for me before I leave the country, I'd really appreciate it. I've also been looking into Footsteps, Footprints, I'm blanking on the name but you know what I mean, so if you have any recommendations for them as well, do let me know. I can't wait to get out of the U.S.

[Doglover]

[marisol127]

Thanks Doglover, I really wanted to hold out some hope for GlobalTESOL solely because of job placement but if it's not worth it, it's just not worth it. Is there anyone, then, that has had a good experience with a reputable recruiting service??? I'd really love to move abroad soon but am a bit hesitant in moving without any solid prospects, maybe one of you can give me that push

[Justin Trullinger]

Maybe the question should be, "Of those who are already out there, who used a recruiting service?"

I think you'll find that by scanning the job listings, and applying directly to schools that interest you, you'll have better luck.

Most recruitment services are in it for the cash, and often make questionable claims. But remember, up to $1000 a week only states a maximum. The minimum could be anything....

Regards,
Justin

[marisol127]

Thanks for the push Justin.