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[Guerciotti]

I work at a university, and I'm allegedly looking for a second job. So I thought I could apply at other unis in town. I'm not crazy about teaching kindy. My uni allegedly said ok, but I wonder if there is an FEC or other law or regulation standing in my way, assuming I would actually do such a thing?
Thanks,
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[randyj]

The university where I teach also gave permission for outside work, so long as it does not interfere. I think this is a sensible attitude, because many teachers work outside anyway. (Making rules that are not enforced holds the authority up to ridicule.) Canceling or rescheduling our university classes to allow outside work is not condoned, but otherwise there is no blanket prohibition. Most contract boilerplate contains words to the effect that outside work requires permission.

[cutiepiesweetiepie]

[frenchfrydoggy]

Don't trust opinions given here. The fact is, second jobs (paid or unpaid) is illegal per the terms of both your visa and resident permit. However, you can gain legal permission by being authorized for outside work from your visa/work sponsor in written form. An online search will support the legal terminology to verify this "opinion."

[west2east]

I am with frenchfry doggy. Your employment contract must give specific permission to allow you to work outside your employment from the organisation that sponsored you. If it is not in your contract, I am not sure how legal "written permission" is.

[Guerciotti]

Thanks for all the responses. My agreement/contract/SAFEA including addenda says I must have permission. They keep suggesting I find work, so I, from my biased perspective, deem that 'permission'. I don't see a problem. Of course, first I must find a part time position. I suppose they could use it against me if things went south, but I don't anticipate any problems of any sort.
Thanks