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Morton
Joined: 06 Mar 2007
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 Posted: Thu Aug 23, 2007 9:55 pm Post subject: Business English/Teaching adults |
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Can anybody give me some tips on how to move into this area of TEFL. I have a TESOL cert with a business English module. I have worked for a bank, stockbrokers, and insurance company in the UK. I am from Scotland but have never had any problems with my accent.
I am currently living in Korea, teaching at an Elementary school. I enjoy my job and am treated well but i would like a change once i finish my contract.
Any help would be gratefully appreciated.
Many thanks. |
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Anicca
Joined: 06 Jul 2007
Location: Jeju-Do, Korea
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| Posted: Thu Aug 23, 2007 10:24 pm Post subject: |
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Just apply! They usually aren't too picky from my experience. Emphasize business background, and make a decent resume and cover letter.
You'd be surprised the amount of crap resumes and cover letters people submit. Good picture is key too. I've seen a lot of pictures with t-shirts. Not a good idea if you want a decent job. |
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Morton
Joined: 06 Mar 2007
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| Posted: Thu Aug 23, 2007 11:49 pm Post subject: |
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Anicca, thanks for your reply.
I'm going to buy a nice suit and make sure my appearance is spick and span.
I also have 2 years experience and have occasionally taught adult classes.
Is there any companies or recruiters that specialize in the mentioned area? Also i'm not too keen on split shifts. |
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DCJames
Joined: 27 Jul 2006
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| Posted: Fri Aug 24, 2007 3:54 am Post subject: |
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It's really easy to get a job in Business English IF:
1. You live in Kangnam/Gwanghwamoon or another business area of Seoul.
2. You have an F2 Visa
3. You're willing to work part-time for several different companies.
4. You're willing to work split-shifts that accomodate working people's schedules. |
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Anicca
Joined: 06 Jul 2007
Location: Jeju-Do, Korea
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| Posted: Fri Aug 24, 2007 7:48 am Post subject: |
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| DCJames wrote: |
It's really easy to get a job in Business English IF:
1. You live in Kangnam/Gwanghwamoon or another business area of Seoul.
2. You have an F2 Visa
3. You're willing to work part-time for several different companies.
4. You're willing to work split-shifts that accomodate working people's schedules. |
Yup, that's about it.
F2 Visa not mandatory, but pretty much the other qualifications apply. |
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just another day
Joined: 12 Jul 2007
Location: Living with the Alaskan Inuits!!
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my friend told me that he knows a lot of people looking for english tutors for businessmen.
it seems like they are looking for specifically female tutors, and the pay seems pretty good. |
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DCJames
Joined: 27 Jul 2006
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| just another day wrote: |
my friend told me that he knows a lot of people looking for english tutors for businessmen.
it seems like they are looking for specifically female tutors, and the pay seems pretty good. |
Female Teachers are a HOT commodity over here. |
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DCJames
Joined: 27 Jul 2006
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| Posted: Fri Aug 24, 2007 8:51 am Post subject: |
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| Anicca wrote: |
| DCJames wrote: |
It's really easy to get a job in Business English IF:
1. You live in Kangnam/Gwanghwamoon or another business area of Seoul.
2. You have an F2 Visa
3. You're willing to work part-time for several different companies.
4. You're willing to work split-shifts that accomodate working people's schedules. |
Yup, that's about it.
F2 Visa not mandatory, but pretty much the other qualifications apply. |
Most of the time, Business English classes are on a part-time basis and they are not willing to provide visa sponsorship. I'm not sure if your legally allowed to work another part-time job while you have an E2 from a full-time job. |
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Morton
Joined: 06 Mar 2007
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| Posted: Fri Aug 24, 2007 7:38 pm Post subject: |
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Thanks for the replies. I'm a male which in this situation isn't perfect but that's the way it is. I only have an E2 visa just now, if i marry my girlfriend i want it to be for the right reasons, not just to get a visa. I don't want to do anything illegal so i'll look into the visa/teaching privates situ.
You're suggestions have given me alot to think about. Many thanks.
I'm off to enjoy the weekend. Hope you have a good one.  |
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postfundie
Joined: 28 May 2004
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| Posted: Sat Aug 25, 2007 3:15 am Post subject: |
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| Most of the time, Business English classes are on a part-time basis and they are not willing to provide visa sponsorship. I'm not sure if your legally allowed to work another part-time job while you have an E2 from a full-time job. |
I'm on a part time visa....like it a lot and have about 95% business English
If you are not doing prtime I don't see how you can avoid splits since business people have free time in the morning and in the evening..... |
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