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Qfwfq
Joined: 02 Jul 2009
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Location: Miami
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 Posted: Fri Jul 03, 2009 3:12 pm Post subject: Teaching adults |
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Do certain regions/countries offer more opportunities for teaching adults?
I've been teaching language arts at a public middle school in Miami for the past couple of years. As interesting and instructive as it's been, I'm pretty sure I'd prefer an older age group - college and/or other adult groups, maybe high school level.
I don't have an education degree, but I'm certified in language arts and social studies. I also have an MA in history. I'm willing to take a CELTA course if it will help my application.
I appreciate any advice. Thanks! |
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naturegirl321
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| Posted: Fri Jul 03, 2009 8:48 pm Post subject: |
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| Try searching for university or college on the job boards. I've seen lots in the Middle East and China. Japan might be an otpion too |
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Qfwfq
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| Posted: Mon Jul 06, 2009 10:06 pm Post subject: |
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Thanks, nature. From what I've read on here, the Middle East seems to be a high paying, credential-oriented region. Would I stand a chance without a master's in field?
As for China and Japan, is my background and a CELTA enough to break into a college level position? Jobs in East Asia seem to pay well, but I'd like to avoid teaching 40 13-year olds at once (which means no public school jobs). Already had enough of that!
Do the business teaching certificates I see offered in a few locations carry any weight?
Again, I appreciate your advice... |
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Glenski
Joined: 15 Jan 2003
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Location: Hokkaido, JAPAN
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| Posted: Tue Jul 07, 2009 3:54 am Post subject: |
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| Qfwfq wrote: |
| As for China and Japan, is my background and a CELTA enough to break into a college level position? |
Very unlikely. A degree in history alone is not exactly what universities are looking for. Not having taught here is another black mark on the resume. Any publications under your belt? You'll usually need 3-5.
I'm not saying it's impossible, but it will be very difficult.
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| Jobs in East Asia seem to pay well, but I'd like to avoid teaching 40 13-year olds at once (which means no public school jobs). Already had enough of that! |
[Tongue in cheek a little here...] What makes you think university classes in Japan are any different? I've had classes of 15 to 120, with an average of 40-50. |
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naturegirl321
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| Posted: Tue Jul 07, 2009 6:50 pm Post subject: |
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| China, you might. As for Japan and the ME, maybe not, but honestly, you don't know until you apply. |
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kylemory
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Location: oaxacan coast, mexico
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| Posted: Wed Jul 08, 2009 1:13 pm Post subject: |
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ive heard of people working at unis in china minus the MA. there are also schools in japan that cater mostly to businessmen and such. another place you could look if you want a university gig is latin america, primarily mexico.
good luck. |
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80daze
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Location: China
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| Posted: Fri Jul 10, 2009 1:36 pm Post subject: |
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| I work in China and I can tell you that you will have no problem getting a job teaching at university or college over here. As long as you have a degree and a CELTA/TEFL and are a native speaker they are happy. |
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