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[MecMS]

Hi. I am in a pretty specific situation and would appreciate all feedback from the posters in this forum since many of you have experience and insight that I lack.

I have a CELTA and two years' experience at an IH school in Europe. I also have 18 months of EFL teaching experience in the U.S. and other U.S. teaching experience (I am certified to teach Spanish for grades K-12 in my home state).

I didn't receive many responses from Middle Eastern schools/postings during June and July, but now there is a buzz. I widened my scope to Asia to help ensure that I am offered/accept some job, and there are e-mails and calls flooding in.

I have preferred teaching teens/young adults in the past and am a big city person, but I am willing to forgo either or both if need be.

Since this is late in the game and many schools are beginning fall semesters, I don't want to wait too long to make a decision, but I also don't want to settle for something unfavorable.

What do you think is the minimum salary I should expect or ask for given my qualifications and experience? What are the pros/cons of different possibilities in China: language schools vs. uni jobs vs. public school (elementary, middle, high school) jobs? Which setup would best match my experience and interests (which include a reasonable schedule/# of hours, good benefits- not sure if China pays for airfare/insurance/housing/transport, good pay)?

Many thanks in advance for all help.

[maotouying]

[Mister Al]

You're asking too many questions that have wide ranging answers. Post some brief examples of your offers, por favor