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max.p



Joined: 21 Jun 2011
Location: Kansas City, Missouri

PostPosted: Sat Oct 01, 2011 2:49 am    Post subject: Resume, C.V. questions. Ready to go. Reply with quote

I have all my documents. The Apostille took about a week to obtain with the help of my representative. They really helped.

So now, I'm about to go on a shopping spree to buy some clothes for Korea this weekend, post my resume on this site, and email a ton of recruiters.

This might be a worthless question considering the motives of some Korean recruiters out there, but:

How many pages should a c.v. be?

I have three pages, single-spaced, size 12 font.

A better question: What is a tried-and-true curriculum vitae format for an American, first time (potential) E-2 holder, in need of a hagwon job immediately? What's absolutely necessary and what is required to at least land a job?


I can post my resume if it helps, but why do I feel nervous about doing that? Has anyone else gotten personalized resume advice on this forum?

(*Some of my last thoughts as a resident of the United States for awhile...) Very Happy
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Setaro



Joined: 08 Aug 2010

PostPosted: Sat Oct 01, 2011 3:48 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

More than 1 page is too much.

You're applying for a specific position. Only data related to or beneficial for that position should be included on your C.V when you apply.
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amck



Joined: 17 Aug 2011

PostPosted: Sat Oct 01, 2011 4:13 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Yup, one page. My CV for an EFL job is terrible compared to a CV I would send for a job in the UK. Just have a look around the internet for EFL CVs and some templates should pop up.

I started looking for a job in August - had all my documents ready and wanted to go asap. It took a while and I'm finally off next week!
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max.p



Joined: 21 Jun 2011
Location: Kansas City, Missouri

PostPosted: Sun Oct 02, 2011 7:44 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Should I include my high school education history in my C.V.?

I'm thinking about this format
Personal Information: 1/6 page
Education: College, Scholarships, . High school info?
Awards: Publication history, etc., sports
Work: AmeriCorps NCCC highlights, volunteer service
Certifications: Red Cross, TEFL certs
References: "Call for excellent references" ...?

Any other advice?
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