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Getting a job in Jordan?

 
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praterr2



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PostPosted: Wed Oct 03, 2012 9:57 pm    Post subject: Getting a job in Jordan? Reply with quote

Does anyone know when ESL positions generally become available in Jordan, and what qualifications are usually sought after in an applicant? I have no prior experience teaching English abroad, and I am armed solely with a BA in Political Science and a certificate to teach ESL from Oxford Seminars. A primary reason why I want to go to Jordan is because of its large Palestinian population, as well as its geographical proximity to Palestine. I know my lack of qualifications may be an insurmountable hindrance, but if anyone has any helpful advice, I would greatly appreciate it if you could relay it to me. Thanks!

- Ryan
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rdobbs98



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PostPosted: Thu Oct 04, 2012 12:22 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

You'll want to start by getting a better TEFL quantification because Oxford Seminars isn't going to cut it in the Middle East.

http://www.cambridgeesol.org/exams/celta-online/index.html
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nomad soul



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PostPosted: Thu Oct 04, 2012 5:37 am    Post subject: Re: Getting a job in Jordan? Reply with quote

praterr2 wrote:
I have no prior experience teaching English abroad, and I am armed solely with a BA in Political Science and a certificate to teach ESL from Oxford Seminars. A primary reason why I want to go to Jordan is because of its large Palestinian population, as well as its geographical proximity to Palestine. I know my lack of qualifications may be an insurmountable hindrance.

As rdobbs98 suggested, you need a solid TEFL cert---go for a CELTA. But even with a valid certificate, your lack of experience and non-related BA aren't likely to qualify you for a TEFL job for any countries in the region. However, if you're seriously interested in teaching Palestinians, there's a recent ad on Dave's seeking volunteer teachers in Nablus (http://www.eslcafe.com/joblist/index.cgi?read=26729).
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praterr2



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PostPosted: Thu Oct 04, 2012 7:07 am    Post subject: Thanks Reply with quote

Thank you both for your timely replies. I especially thank you for the heads up regarding the opportunity in Palestine. Your interaction is what makes Dave's ESL Cafe a valuable tool for those within the ESL market.

-Ryan
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