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Mere7908
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 Posted: Wed Feb 13, 2008 11:37 pm Post subject: South Korea vs. the rest of the world |
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I have previous work experience in South Korea and have been trying to go back there to teach again, but my previous director has been giving me an unfounded negative reference. So, I'm looking into teaching in other countries.
How do the benefits compare in other countries? Do schools in Europe or Africa or other parts of Asia pay the airfare and for the apartment and compensate high above the average cost of living? Do most schools require CELTA or TOEFL? I don't have either, but could I get a job anywhere else in the world without them?
I'd appreciate any knowledge and advice you can offer on this topic!
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Glenski
Joined: 15 Jan 2003
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Location: Hokkaido, JAPAN
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Don't expect airfare from 99% of places in Japan.
Expect even fewer to pay your rent.
Cost of living is relative. The major players here will offer slightly higher wages for bigger cities.
For newbies, you will not be expected to have a CELTA or any other sort of TEFL certificate. If this is a long-term venture for you, get one. |
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SueH
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Location: Northern Italy
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| Posted: Thu Feb 14, 2008 6:30 am Post subject: |
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| A quick bit of research here on your part will reveal that the (generalised) answer for Europe is no, no and no: in fact you'll be paid less than the average worker. |
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Sadebugo
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For entry level positions, the best opportunities seem to be in North Asia. For higher level, try the Middle East. Being 'blacklisted' in Korea may be the best thing that ever happened to you because a lot of people become comfortable there and never explore the possibilities elsewhere.
Sadebugo
Djibouti, Horn of Africa
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JZer
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Location: Pittsburgh
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| Posted: Thu Feb 14, 2008 11:28 am Post subject: |
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| I have previous work experience in South Korea and have been trying to go back there to teach again, but my previous director has been giving me an unfounded negative reference. |
I don't think we know the entire story. If your only problem is your boss's reference why don't you not use him as a reference. You can use other references not to mention that I am sure that some schools never check any references. The country side college that I worked at never check references for anyone. |
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ls650
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Location: British Columbia
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| Posted: Thu Feb 14, 2008 1:20 pm Post subject: |
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| Can't you use another teacher from the school as a reference? |
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