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[shandaheath]

I would love to teach in other countries. I will take any advice on a good place to teach. I have six years of experience as an elementary teacher in the US with a certification in teaching.

Here is my �train of thought�. I am interested in becoming a traveling/international teacher. I am ready to expand my skills in teaching and communication (second degree). From what I can understand, South Korea might be the best place for me to start this journey. It seems as if South Korea would be an easier transition because of the commonplace foreign teacher. It seems as if there is plenty of western support socially. It also seems as if the Korea culture, in certain locations, is English friendly. I am very interested in learning the culture. However, for my first move abroad, I want to make it �easy� as possible so that I may only continue to broaden my horizon in time.

I did look into the international schools, but to me they seem like �mini-Harvards.� I already work 80 hours a week in the States. Just from my small amount of research, it looks as if the international schoolwork load is a lot with extra after school programs. However, I would love for someone to correct me on the international schools. I do love teaching and do not want to be an �entertainer� in a public or private school either.

Since I am an American teacher, I also live pay-check to pay-check. Therefore, it seems S. Korea might be beneficial economically for me.
Therefore, I welcome all thoughts and suggestions.
Thank you so much for all the words of wisdom.

[contented]

Korea is a nice place to start off. Paid flights and housing is a big help and there are many things to do. I enjoyed teaching there and I found the kids to be very respectful and eager to learn.