Job Discussion Forums

LongBeachDave · Posted: Tue Nov 20, 2007 2:46 pm Post subject: Coming to Santiago

Hi all,

I am planning to come to Santiago in early February...I have a place to stay temporarily, but am wondering about the job market for teaching English. I have a college degree and a TEFL certificate from LCCoaching, and they are looking for work for me as well. What are my prospects?...I have heard that you really cannot find work until you get down there, and I suppose the end of February/beginning of March is a good time to look for work. I am not looking to get rich, but do want to enjoy myself down there, and I have heard of some of the schools to avoid...any suggestions?

Thanks...

Dave in Long Beach CA Cool

Ai · Joined: 02 Jun 2006 Posts: 154 Location: Chile

Check Nature Girl's list of institutes. Once you get here go around and apply in person. A lot of people are on holiday in february so don't expect too many classes. Networking is really important if you want to get private classes. Don't be shy, tell people that you're an English teacher and looking for students. Good luck!

LongBeachDave · Posted: Fri Nov 23, 2007 1:38 pm Post subject: Coming to Santiago

Thanks for that info. I am not expecting any, or much work, until March, but want to get an early start to get established, etc...

See you in Santiago...

Dave Very Happy

chini · Joined: 07 Dec 2006 Posts: 27 Location: Santiago

Try the English Tutor. I know they are already looking for teachers for next year. They also pay $7,500/hour!

mike30 · Joined: 31 Oct 2006 Posts: 67 Location: Santiago, Chile

I definitely wouldn't plan on teaching any classes at all in February...it's really a waste of time with how much work you get....you end up ruining your day with 1-2 hours of work when you'd be better off just taking the entire month off.

LongBeachDave · Posted: Sat Nov 24, 2007 8:33 pm Post subject:

That is really my plan...I am not expecting to teach in February at all, more just wanting to come down, get settled, do some exploring, and find a job for March....thanks for all the info!

LongBeachDave · Posted: Sun Nov 25, 2007 8:37 am Post subject: Hi Chini

Do you have the contact information for English Tutor??? Question

chini · Joined: 07 Dec 2006 Posts: 27 Location: Santiago

I have an email. [email protected]. Good luck!

Lunkey · Joined: 20 Jan 2008 Posts: 66 Location: Santiago

hey dave how did the job search work out for you? i'm on the same path as you - just a year behind Smile

plan on arriving in santiago in february 2009