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w113 · Joined: 10 Oct 2010 Posts: 6

Will appreciate suggestions regarding countries with opportunities for non-native English teachers with a salary range between 1000-1500 US dollars.Thanks.

spiral78 · Joined: 05 Apr 2004 Posts: 11534 Location: On a Short Leash

We probably need to know a bit more about you - nationality and qualifications would be a useful start.

One very broad answer is that qualified non-native speakers are sometimes successful in some parts of Europe - but this is very much dependent on whether you can legally work in the region. And THAT'S dependent on your nationality...

w113 · Joined: 10 Oct 2010 Posts: 6

I am from Pakistan which is making headlines for all the wrong reasons these days.I have studied in Australia and have a Master's degree from there though it is not related to ESL.I am aware of the difficulties my nationality can pose but I'd like to explore whatever opportunities are available.

spiral78 · Joined: 05 Apr 2004 Posts: 11534 Location: On a Short Leash

I'm afraid it won't be likely in Europe, in that case. EU member citizen teachers are given legal priority (and there are lots of them). The 'new' EU member countries do still give legal work permits to non-EU member citizens to teach - but with the number of native speakers from North American and Australia seeking jobs, I think you'd be at a serious disadvantage on a tight job market.

Further, you do not mention any language teaching qualifications. A CELTA at minimum is the norm here.

Perhaps posters with experience in other regions will have better news for you - but I expect you will at the very least need an entry-level qualification to be competitive anywhere.

w113 · Joined: 10 Oct 2010 Posts: 6

Qualifications can be acquired.The question is,whether it is worth taking the trouble to do so.It seems it isn't.Thanks for your response.

spiral78 · Joined: 05 Apr 2004 Posts: 11534 Location: On a Short Leash

Well, keep in mind that my response is limited to the European region. Others may have better news for you...hang on a bit!

Ariadne · Joined: 16 Jul 2004 Posts: 960

I'm in China. I have worked at universities here with English teachers from the Philippines, Holland, Germany, France, and Malaysia. It may not be easy finding the perfect job, but hey, it's not that easy for anyone.

Good luck to you.

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w113 · Joined: 10 Oct 2010 Posts: 6

Do the Chinese pay well ? Do they provide accommodation ?

Ariadne · Joined: 16 Jul 2004 Posts: 960

Universities usually offer accommodations in China. Pay varies depending on location, school, and qualifications... and negotiation skills. Many schools pay in the 4000 to 8000 rmb range per month for 12-18 hours of class per week. Check out the China forums and job ads.

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Florestan · Joined: 01 Nov 2010 Posts: 8

Avoid places where there is already a big or over supply of native teachers, places like Tokyo, Paris, Madrid.

Glenski · Joined: 15 Jan 2003 Posts: 12844 Location: Hokkaido, JAPAN

w113 · Joined: 10 Oct 2010 Posts: 6

If you do't have any suggestions,why reply ? Accommodation is not so much a perk as a basic requirement.What is wrong with asking ? Anyway,as the ESL industry seems heavily biased towards native speakers,I am no longer considering it as a career.