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[BDups]

G'day once again

It has just been brought to my attention that my buddy is planning on heading over to SoKo around the same time as myself.

I was wondering how plausible it would be for us to get a position either at the same school or at least living together. And if this is a common occurence, what is the best method of requesting this to an employer..so we tell the recruiter? or just simply tell the director what our situation is? or is there a better option I haven't thought of?


THanks again

[sheba]

There are quite a few positions going asking for 2 people which usually includes shared apartments. If you have separate jobs, then it will be difficult to live together, but you may be able to work something out with your employers. (Usually you will get a 1 bedroom apt, or will already be sharing with another teacher at your school). Or you could ask for a higher salary, and find your own accommodation.

But like I said, there are a lot of jobs being offered for 2 people. Make sure you tell your recruiter so they can keep an eye out.

[Hanson]

I originally came over with a friend of mine. We got a job at the same hagwon and shared a 2-bedroom apartment. All we did when shopping for jobs was to mention we could work at the same school, but that it was not a necessity... Our recruiter ended up finding a job for both of us at the same place.

That being said, sometimes 2 friends working at different places (but close to each other) might not be a bad idea. That way you have a bit of seperation and you can get together with said friend outside of working hours.

In my situation, my friend and I got along great (99% of the time), but I've also heard of friendships being strained by too much time spent in each other's company.

[Corporal]