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ruak12



Joined: 18 Feb 2008
Posts: 14
Location: Hong Kong

PostPosted: Fri Mar 07, 2008 1:46 am    Post subject: REACH TO TEACH support thread! Reply with quote

Cool Hello all,

I hope the day is bringing great tidings to your daily life.

I've noticed that a few of you (including myself) have had interviews with Reach to Teach and are perhaps coming to Taiwan in the next few months or so. I thought about having a support thread to voice any experiences, concerns, happiness etc and to start networking too.

So it would be great if you could just let me know if you are in and we can chat away!!!

Take care

Satxxx

www.xanga.com/sat_in_hk
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JZer



Joined: 16 Jan 2005
Posts: 3898
Location: Pittsburgh

PostPosted: Sat Mar 08, 2008 1:51 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Funny, reach to teach never even responded to my application about a job.
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sadmachine2



Joined: 27 Feb 2008
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PostPosted: Fri Mar 14, 2008 2:04 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

I recently interviewed with R2T, and they seemed legit and very professional. My interview went well, and all my questions were answered satisfactorily.

A day after the phone interview I got acceptance emails with all sorts of documents that explalin things like the VISA process, as well as some general information about living abroad.

What I'm a little concerned about, is they are asking for copies of my documents, including passport, university diploma, etc. Is this standard procedure, or should I be leery about sending out passport information?

I'm a newbie to the whole TEFL scene, but I'm intent on getting to Taiwan one way or another.
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JZer



Joined: 16 Jan 2005
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Location: Pittsburgh

PostPosted: Fri Mar 14, 2008 3:43 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

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What I'm a little concerned about, is they are asking for copies of my documents, including passport, university diploma, etc. Is this standard procedure, or should I be leery about sending out passport information?


Yes it is standard in most of the tefl world. Simply, the schools need to see that you have the required documents to qualify for a work visa. In many countries you need to have a passport from and English speaking country and at least a B.A. to get a visa. The companies don't want to waste their time finding jobs for people who don't qualify for a work visa.
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sadmachine2



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PostPosted: Sat Mar 15, 2008 1:12 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thanks for the quick response. I guess I'll be sending them scans of all the required documents tonight.
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JZer



Joined: 16 Jan 2005
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PostPosted: Sat Mar 15, 2008 9:28 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

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Thanks for the quick response. I guess I'll be sending them scans of all the required documents tonight.


No problem. This is a pretty straight forward question. It is not difficult to answer maybe it seems stranges to newbies but it actually makes a lot of sense.
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canadian03



Joined: 04 Sep 2006
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PostPosted: Tue Mar 18, 2008 8:39 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

I interviewed with Reach to Teach last spring and was placed in a job in Taipei county that I'm really happy with. After having done quite a bit of research, I applied to several places wanting to keep my options open (like Hess/Kojen) and to Reach to Teach (thinking jobs like Hess and Kojen weren't available through Reach to Teach and that they only worked with smaller schools). After interviewing with all of them, I learned that the recruiters from Hess/Kojen head office work with Reach to Teach anyways and that I could get a job with Hess or Kojen if I wanted to through them. Knowing that, I wanted to be given a range of choices of location and I really didn't like the prospect of Hess or Kojen telling me where I'll be working after I got here. Again, applying solely to their head offices limits your options. As well, I thought it would be great to have things like Reach to Teach events to go to so I could meet people outside of just my school. I still go to their social events/rafting trips etc. and it's been since June that I got here! They're fun! Weigh your options, but in my personal opinion, Reach to Teach is the best way to go. In the end, YOU get to pick the job you want. They're not just 'placing' you somewhere where they need a teacher...
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merc_wilson



Joined: 12 Mar 2008
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Location: Taipei

PostPosted: Tue Mar 18, 2008 10:35 am    Post subject: Currently working in Taiwan Reply with quote

I've been in Taiwan since July and was recruited through Reach to Teach. I was knew to the world of TEFL teaching too, and came to Dave's ESL cafe, clicked on dozens of links and sent my resume off to the jobs advertised. I had no idea about recruiting agents or that I had just contacted one (or maybe more, but they never got back to me).
So, R2T emailed me within 24 hours, and less then 48 hours later I had a phone interview. The information I was given was so helpful, even telling me about the difference teaching in China vs Taiwan (I hadn't even considered Taiwan at this point). R2T was able to give me the perfect job I wanted - weekends off, younger children, strong company.
The paperwork went smoothly and over the next couple of weeks I emailed question after question about rent, living conditions, clothes, resources, anything and they were all answered.
Since being here, I've also enjoyed the activities R2T organise; softball, white water rafting, they've been great. I seriously recommend coming to Taiwan through them, it's the support you need when you're away from home.
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ruak12



Joined: 18 Feb 2008
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Location: Hong Kong

PostPosted: Wed Mar 19, 2008 8:08 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

JZer wrote:
Funny, reach to teach never even responded to my application about a job.


Hi There,

Maybe they never received your information??? Maybe its worth emailing them and asking them if they have received anything.

I've just had a call from Richard and he has answered all my questions. The reviews seem to be good too. I've also applied (and got accepted) to HESS, but I came across a BLOG about HESS and how the blogger was ill and basically wasn't satisfied. He had his hours cut because he wasn't performing too well but he didnt find out until he bothered them and two weeks later.

keep it up team R2T
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dlk



Joined: 11 Mar 2008
Posts: 1
Location: Taiwan

PostPosted: Sun Apr 13, 2008 7:06 am    Post subject: Reach To Teach Reply with quote

Big ups to Reach to Teach! I got a job through R2T a little over a year ago. The best thing about it was that R2T was very honest with me about what I was getting into, unlike big chain schools such as Hess which just tell you what you want to hear. The guys from Reach to Teach gave me several options and worked with me until we found a job in a location that I was happy with. Let's face it, no school in Taiwan is perfect. The nice thing about Reach to Teach is they drastically minimise the risk you take coming here. I have yet to meet someone who has found a job through this company and has not been happy with all the support the recruiters give. Not to mention they are regularly having social events which are an excellent way to meet people and to find sweet places to chill in Taipei. In fact just last night there was a Reach to Teach social in a pub in Taipei with over 25 other happy teachers who found there jobs through these guys too. I met some new folks to go hiking with around the island and met some local folks to tilt a few pints back with on the weekends. Anyway. I just saw this thread and wanted to say thanks to Reach to Teach. Anyone considering coming to Taiwan or already here and looking for a better job, I highly recomend these guys!
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ruak12



Joined: 18 Feb 2008
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PostPosted: Fri May 02, 2008 2:46 am    Post subject: update! Reply with quote

Hi guys,

R2T have found Kojen English Language School and I feel as if it is ok. The only thing is that I won't be earning as much as I would have liked to. It says on the contract that the minimum number of hours are 18 hrs per week, however, most teachers tend to do something between 20-30 hours depending on students interest, etc.

Ideally, I would like to live on 60,000NTS a month (including tax), but I've calculated the following:

Bare minimum - 18 hours x 580NTS = 41,760 and with tax = 33, 408

It just doesn't seem as much.

Any advice/suggestions??
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BigWally



Joined: 07 Jun 2006
Posts: 765
Location: Ottawa, CAN (prev. Kaohsiung "the Dirty South")

PostPosted: Fri May 02, 2008 3:51 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

1) Teach a kindy in the morning to supplement hours - they usually pay between $600-$750/hr

2) Pick up some private tutoring sessions - they usually pay $750-$1000/hr

3) Take a look around at other schools and see if you can find one with more guaranteed hours
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atiff



Joined: 14 Jun 2006
Posts: 66

PostPosted: Fri May 02, 2008 5:33 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

canadian03 wrote:
I interviewed with Reach to Teach last spring and was placed in a job in Taipei county that I'm really happy with. After having done quite a bit of research, I applied to several places wanting to keep my options open (like Hess/Kojen) and to Reach to Teach (thinking jobs like Hess and Kojen weren't available through Reach to Teach and that they only worked with smaller schools). After interviewing with all of them, I learned that the recruiters from Hess/Kojen head office work with Reach to Teach anyways and that I could get a job with Hess or Kojen if I wanted to through them.


Just a note for clarification. Reach To Teach has a working relationship with a Hess franchise operation and does not hire teachers for the majority of Hess schools (nor do they work in conjunction with the Hess main office/recruiting department). We did work together for a time in 2006, but not currently. Mitch and I still chat occasionally, though.

Cheers,
Andrew

Manager, English Human Resources,
Hess Educational Organization
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musicmunky



Joined: 03 Mar 2008
Posts: 34

PostPosted: Wed Jun 11, 2008 3:44 pm    Post subject: hi hi Reply with quote

hi guys! I am interested in coming to teach in Taiwan through reach to teach and they sound good. I have only heard good things. I was wondering if anyone could recommend me a place in Taiwan. I'm up for somewhere with lots of live music and a good vibe. What's it like living and working in Taiwan?
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SandyG20



Joined: 12 Sep 2007
Posts: 208

PostPosted: Fri Jun 13, 2008 12:23 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Does R2T place teachers in public schools? Do they have jobs with paid airfare and housing?
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