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ssjup81 · Posted: Thu Dec 31, 2009 1:10 am Post subject:

Oh! Funny, didn't even think of that. I did the CCF where my mother did Feed the Children.

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Justin Trullinger · Posted: Thu Dec 31, 2009 2:19 pm Post subject:

I've had apps from a number of teachers who, in their objective, mention that they believe Jesus was "the first teacher," that by choosing to teach, they are following him, and by teaching overseas, they can spread the news about him.

I have no objections to their faith, but I'll admit that seeing it in this way on a resume applying for work in a secular organisation does raise questions, questions which, in some countries, I daresay I wouldn't be allowed to ask.

Here, though, I can ask, so I do. What I have to ask is, "Are you willing to respect the secular nature of THIS organisation, and not use the time you are paid to teach English to promote any religion in any way?"

Some say sure.

Some say, "No, I'm a Christian first, and an English teacher second." I respect this a lot; while I can't hire a person who tells me upfront that they will use the classroom to proselytize, but I can recommend a number of faith-based teaching organisations here in town where that attitude is welcome and helpful.

What I have to admit gets on my nerves is the teachers who say they can respect the non-religious nature of the workplace, and then when they've been here for 2 weeks I get complaints from students they are trying to convert. Not cool, and not a key to continuing employment.

Best,
Justin

coledavis · Joined: 21 Jun 2003 Posts: 1838

Problem in Russia. I've been asked about my religious affiliations in different places. Fortunately for me, I can honestly say I'm an atheist. Although they may be religious - mainly Russian Orthodox - they're pragmatic enough to see that I'm not a problem in this particular area.

ssjup81 · Posted: Thu Dec 31, 2009 11:34 pm Post subject:

Wow, never would've fathomed any of this. I guess it does just depend on the country. I'm interested in Japan, would my mentioning of the CCF cause a problem or give off the wrong impression?

Anyway, I'm more so a spiritualist who believe in the hippie karma stuff than a Christian, but I always felt I was wrong to try and force religion on anyone since I hated it when it was done on me. So, guess that means I'm more spiritual than religious.

coledavis · Joined: 21 Jun 2003 Posts: 1838

ssjup81 · Posted: Fri Jan 01, 2010 6:05 pm Post subject:

Never did say it, but just so you all know, I put up another thread in the Japan section with my redone CV.

http://forums.eslcafe.com/job/viewtopic.php?t=77780&start=0&postdays=0&postorder=asc&highlight=

Have a look if you'd like and feel free to criticize.