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[nomadess]

Hi,
I've learned a lot since I began using this site but I'm still a bit stuck on a few basics. I have a BA from a college in the US. I have no "school system" teaching experience but have taught a workshop in a non-profit organization.

I'm certain that Asia is where I'd like to teach, possibly for 1-2 years. With my interest in warmer climates, traditional cultures, not too much big city life (escaping NYC), lots of nature and travel in and around my base, and a desire to make and save the most $$ possible, what would you suggest as good country and city options? I have lately been fixated on China. I am a rather free-spirited, well-traveled, adaptable woman. I'm not interested in finding a position after arrival, so I'd also appreciate any advice on securing employment from the US, and on suggested training. I spoke to a rep of Global TESOL re training here in NYC and am considering it. Thanks for your help.

[Glenski]

As for Japan, if you aren't willing to come here to job hunt, then you will have to let the employers come to you, and that means about a dozen in all. Some offer face to face interviews, while others will do it by phone. Average wage for starting out is 250,000 yen/month, and you are looking at hours of noonish to 9pm. That's for conversation schools. If you have enough time to wait, you could try applying to the JET Programme (applications out in fall and due in December for the following August hires). Interviews in February. JET pays 300,000 and airfare.