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Schmeichs · Joined: 25 Feb 2005 Posts: 7 Location: Seattle, for now

Hey y'all, just looking for a bit of advice...

I'm a uni grad with a BA in Journalism, not TEFL or CELTA certified but would like to test the waters first before I dive in. What location is the best location for a no-experience teacher who can only work for about 6-7 months? Do many schools hire short term? Would I have to sign a contract? Any advice would be helpful!

dyak · Joined: 25 Jun 2003 Posts: 630

Can you volunteer in Seattle? If not, I'm sure China would be happy to have you!

ls650 · Joined: 10 May 2003 Posts: 3484 Location: British Columbia

Most schools are uninterested in anything less than 1 year, but some schools in China will offer 6 months or less. The trick is to find a _good_ school and location, so make sure you do your research before accepting any offers.

The Great Wall of Whiner · Joined: 29 Jan 2003 Posts: 4946 Location: Blabbing

I read today on a school in Xinjiang, China that does 6 month contracts.

It's in the west of China. Maybe not your cup of tea, but just thought I'd mention it.

nolefan · Joined: 14 Jan 2004 Posts: 1458 Location: on the run

plenty of schools in China offer or settle for 6 months contracts, especially if you come in a week or two after the beginning of the semester. Heck, I even know some folks that managed to work for 2 or 3 months only.

If money is not an issue (you'd break even in 6 months here) just do it.

B.

Deconstructor · Joined: 30 Dec 2003 Posts: 775 Location: Montreal

You could always accept a one year contract and do a midnight run when ready. This, of course, sounds unethical and it is, but the places in China you will be working will do such a number on you that it will radically override any ethical laws you might feel bound by.

Get your return ticket.

Don't leave home without it!