Ask yourself whether you would enjoy teaching.
Some questions to ask yourself...
· are you sociable?
· can you imagine standing in front of a class of children or business people?
· will you enjoy doing lesson preparation?
· are you a good listener?
· are you looking to gain confidence and classroom technique by doing a TEFL course?
Spending a whole year far from home is not for everybody. Try to find out as much as you can about the location and culture you'll be living in. For example, whether you'll be based in a village or city, and how easy it will be to meet people.
Practical information about your work abroad
If you are moving abroad for work ask yourselves the following questions:
· do you and your family need work permits, resident permits or visas for the country? In some countries you may be required to register with the local embassy or consulate once you have moved there
· is the salary enough, taking into account the cost of living?
· what are the chances of promotion and salary increases?
· what currency will you be paid in?
· if you are going abroad for a firm, will the employer pay you any allowances and are there any schemes to help if you wish to return to your home country, and does it have any support schemes for a partner or children travelling with you?
· are there any arrangements for temporary accommodation when you first move?
· if you have a property to sell, will your employer be allowing you any time to return to sign documents and finalise a move abroad?
· if your job ends and you wish to stay in the country you have been working in, what permits would you and your family require and what are the chances of finding a new job there?
Finding a school place (If You have Children)
Not all countries have free state-funded education
You can contact the education authority or schools information service where you are moving to. They can help you understand the choice and application process. You can also get help with what state schools are in the area.
You are likely to find contacts for such information on the government website for that particular country. Or, you can try searching on the internet for state or private schools in the area of your choice. Not all countries have free education funded by the state.
You should find out what education your child will be entitled to. Check whether you need to be a national of the country to qualify and how much you are likely to have to pay. Many countries have English speaking international schools. The pattern of school holidays and daily hours can vary between countries.
For some schools, you will need to provide copies of your child's immunization certificates when you apply.
A birth certificate or passport with a certified translation in the language of the host country may also be needed. The school should be able to tell you how you can obtain a certified translation.
Adjusting to a new school
The younger your child, the easier it will be for him or her to adjust to going to school in a new country. Coping with a new language and customs will be harder for older children. It is possible for teenagers to adjust, but it may take longer than for younger children. Getting used to a new education system and leaving friends back at home are two of the main difficulties for the older child.
Some countries and schools run international exchange programmes for young people. This might be a helpful way for your child to explore their new environment and get to know another country before you move. You can contact the education authority or schools information service in the place you are moving to find out more.
Why Wait? Get Started Today!
Whatever plan of action an unemployed educator decides to take, in general, the more advanced certifications a TEFL or TESOL Teacher holds, the more opportunity they possess in terms of their marketability and increased number of employment options. For a limited time, we offer these advanced certifications such as TOFEL, IELTS, and TEYL at the SAME PRICE as the basic TEFL/TESOL certification!
The advanced course provides additional English Language teaching certifications and is offered in tandem with our site course in Chiang Mai Thailand, or as a complete series of online modules. You should have already completed a TEFL, TESOL or CELTA course first in order to be eligible and teaching experience is necessary. (Our on-site program provides 2 to 3 weeks of hands on observed teaching practice to help our teachers to effectively develop their skills).
All courses are certified and you will receive a certificate of completion, which is internationally recognized and accepted when you graduate from the course. Many of those who already have experience as TEFL instructors are finding that becoming a certified TEFL trainer is another opportunity and feather in their cap in terms of meeting the demand of TEFL instructors (who are leaving their home countries and working abroad) by teaching others how to teach TEFL effectively.
Graduates with these additional certifications have the advantage of substantially increasing their marketability and employment status. Improve your chances of getting a good job with a higher level of pay by enrolling today!
