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[runningaway]

So, I'm in the very early stages of planning and organising the big move. I don't know where I'm going, but I know there is a lot of paperwork to get ready before I can.

Can any of you experienced, windswept and interesting types compile a "to do" list for me? I know a few things, but I bet there's stuff I'm not yet aware of.

[AjarnIam]

To Do List:

1. Look up the word "vague"

[runningaway]

OK, looked up "vague".. Now what?

Seriously though. I figured it was pretty self explanatory.
Get Passport
save $$$$
Buy Map/gps
Learn to breed goats.

etc etc etc...

[AjarnIam]

a) What is the BIG move? where? when? why?

b) What paper work are you referring to? Credentials, Immigration?



You help us..we'll try to help you..

[Glenski]

In general order:

1. determine which country(ies) interest you

2. look up job market in #1. study it. learn what is out there and when/how to apply for it (including visa regulations.

3. decide what kind of teaching you can do. determine what you will need to accomplish that (education, certification, training, mental fortitude, stamina, etc.) and do it.

4. apply for the jobs/countries you are ready for. this includes knowing what part of the countries you think you can tolerate.

5. learn a local language as best you can.

6. prepare to leave (including building up a nest egg, storing/disposing of belongings, etc.)

7. never stop learning and always keep an open mind.

[denise]

* Get transcripts/degrees notarized (although you may have to do this again wherever you end up)

* Make sure you can access your bank account, credit card statements, etc. online.

* Arrange for someone (Mom being the most natural choice!) to forward any relevant mail to you, keep an eye on your accounts, send you any documents you need, and maybe even send an occasional care package.

* Go shopping for any essentials that you're unlikely to find in your new home--including medications, foods/spices, etc. And then see if you can get an address to mail this stuff to, so you don't have to add excess weight to your baggage. (Or ask dear Mom to send it to you when you're settled.)

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[Justin Trullinger]

Not to trouble you for the vagueness, but I think that what ajarniam meant is that the more info we have, the more thoughts we can offer. Tell us about you. Where from, background, experience, education...needs, wants, desires...

Cause, to pick an example, Denise is an extremely experienced overseas teacher.

Her first advice item, to get transcripts and things notarized, is something I've never done. (And I've probably been overseas a similar amount of time to Denise.) Some countries want it, some don't. Some, you'll have to do it according to their rules.

So Glenski's very right- FIRST start choosing a country or a few countries that appeal to you. THEN consider what is necessary for those.


Best,
Justin

[naturegirl321]

I would say first things first, ask your employer what paperwork you need.
Check off the stuff you have
Get the rest

Bring originals with you just in case.
Get extra transcripts as well.
Get an intl driver's license if you want to drive.
Bring your birth cert just in case (passport gets lost, etc)

[pocketplayer]

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