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[kaleem97]

I wanted to inquire about possible job opportunities at the university level in Oman for someone with an:
M.Ed (ESOL) from USA
5 years experience (non adult)
TEFL certification

Last but not least
Wife and two kids

Thanks

[Sleepwalker]

I think Sultan Qaboos University may realistically be your only option.

Family packages are more likely in the UAE.

Try posting there.

[veiledsentiments]

His problem will be that the experience is not related to university hires. Will SQU accept K-12 experience? He may encounter the same issue in the UAE... though HCT is pretty desperate for teachers right now what with the reputation tanking.

VS

[Sleepwalker]

True VS.

Do you think Qatar might be better?

[kaleem97]

Thanks for the info. I'll inquire on the UAE and Qatar forums.

[usa_in_gulf]

FYI: The Colleges of Technology in Oman require at least two years of 18+ teaching experience (Foundation/College etc) for your CV to be approved.

[qahirii]

there's supposed to be 2 years of tertiary experience to work in Oman, but the truth is that with the institutes that contract you into the colleges, the rule is flexible. i know of a girl who came in fresh off her bachelor's and another who had an m.ed, but only elementary school experience. the best way to look for a way in the gulf is the shotgun approach. just apply for everything decent and see what you hit...

[kaleem97]

Thanks for all the advice!

[Turbster]

Try the University of Nizwa. The FI needs teachers.