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Scott Alan · Joined: 29 Aug 2010 Posts: 3

I'm in Korea and looking to go directly to Japan (for the 3rd time). This rules out the main eikaiwa- Aeon, Geos, Berlitz, and ECC, I believe. Anyone know any good sites that are heavy on Japanese jobs open to people residing outside of Japan? Or any recruiters that do this service (ideally for free)?

projectgenesis · Joined: 15 Jul 2010 Posts: 6

Hi, this isn't really a response to your question, but more a query. I hope you don't mind, but I think you can help me with my decision to go to Japan or Korea. My heart is set on Japan and I have been learning Japanese, but I am considering Korea because there seems to be more benefits working there. How have you found working in Korea compared with Japan? Japan seems more westernised and I think there is more to do in the cities. But Is there really a possibility to earn and save more in Korea and what are your working conditions like? Do you have time for yourself to do things or are working hours long in Korea? Please could you tell me why you want to go to Japan, I hear the schools there really take advantage and treatment of teachers is really bad, also, you work such long hours that there is no time for yourself. Did you start in Korea first? I would be very interested to hear your comparisons of both countries, especially if you were in the cities.Thanks

Samurai · Joined: 12 Apr 2004 Posts: 57 Location: Japan

You have posted twice... Rolling Eyes

Why does coming to Japan for a third time rule out an eikaiwa? Considering that you are thinking of coming to Japan real soon I would think that an eikaiwa would be your best bet as you are outside Japan Wink

;especially as most summer ALT posts will have already gone.

As for projectgenesis your question has been answered already. As the MOD team has already told you, if you want to talk about Korea then take it to the Korea section.

Scott Alan · Joined: 29 Aug 2010 Posts: 3

Samurai · Joined: 12 Apr 2004 Posts: 57 Location: Japan

Yes, it's a bad time now for applying for ALT jobs outside of Japan as the dispatch companies usually want someone quickly...and that usuaiily means someone who's already in Japan with an appropriate visa. If you want an ALT position and can wait until next spring you will have far more opportunities and a better chance of getting a job in an area you want. If you haven't already been a JET I would consider it. If you have then you may be able to do it again, provided you meet the requirements.

As for sites...I suggest that you try:-
ohayosenei.com
gaijinpot.com

bluetortilla · Joined: 18 Apr 2006 Posts: 815 Location: Henan

Is there an actual list of the Dispatch companies in Japan?

Mr. Kalgukshi · Posted: Fri Sep 10, 2010 10:39 am Post subject:

This thread will focus on living and teaching in Japan or it will be locked or deleted accompanied by sanctions, as appropriate.

seklarwia · Posted: Fri Sep 10, 2010 11:42 am Post subject:

bluetortilla · Joined: 18 Apr 2006 Posts: 815 Location: Henan

Hopefully somewhere in between! Actually I'm just looking for a job fast- don't plan on sticking around the ALT scene (though I'll finish the contract as long as I'm not cheated). But other than that my attitude is fine. If the dispatchers are jerks maybe we have no choice but to think of what we can do for our students. ALT's can actually be heros to some kids. Smile

Can't imagine anyone wanting to do this long term though. Got an Irish friend in Miyazaki who, into his third year as an ALT was ready to pull his eyeballs out (loved where he was living though). He's now back in Ireland to get his master's in TESL. It seems ALTs really feel the brunt of racism here.

Thanks for the list. I'll definitely check it out!

Philip

Apsara · Joined: 20 Sep 2005 Posts: 2142 Location: Tokyo, Japan

bluetortilla · Joined: 18 Apr 2006 Posts: 815 Location: Henan

Personally, I'm thick skinned and being called gaijin to my face doesn't even phase me at all. I get it.
Yes, I think my friend's a bit oversensitive. There is more to a job than just money and respect comes with performance. If you just follow the Apricot Method because you're too tired or whatever to research, your Japanese colleagues will sense it.

bluetortilla · Joined: 18 Apr 2006 Posts: 815 Location: Henan

That list was pretty dead, sorry to say.
I know there are a bunch of jobs in Kyushu. How do I get one???

seklarwia · Posted: Tue Sep 14, 2010 9:22 pm Post subject:

Well you're not going to find anything much for dispatch especially now. You've already missed the smaller summer intake. Everything is going to be rather dead until mid-winter when hiring starts for the spring intake.

Glenski · Joined: 15 Jan 2003 Posts: 12844 Location: Hokkaido, JAPAN

bluetortilla · Joined: 18 Apr 2006 Posts: 815 Location: Henan