Have you ever wanted to world overseas? Have you heard of people living in exotic countries, traveling the world while saving money at the same time? Do you wonder how they do it?
Well one way to travel the world while getting paid to do it is through teaching English in Asia. China, Korea, Taiwan and Japan are continually seeking native English speakers to teach English in their country.
Teaching and traveling could be interesting... ok... but how do I get started?
Well, read the article below and find and some answers.
Ok, I want to teach in Asia... but where?
To begin your search try and find out as much information about the country you plan to teach in first. Research, research research and then research some more. Read up on each country you would be interested in on the internet and at your local library. Which country interests you the most. Are you going for a cultural experience or are you looking to save money. The answers to these two questions can determine your destination. Keep reading and find out why.
How can I find a teaching job in Asia?
There are basically two ways you can find a teaching job overseas, particularly, Asia. 1. Finding and securing a teaching job over the internet and phone in your home country. 2. Going to the country you want to teach in and apply directly at the school.
Finding and securing a teaching job before arriving in Asia.
1.) Start searching ESL teaching jobs sites. We also suggest posting your resume and have schools contact you. View our resource below to get started.
2.) Make sure you research each employer thoroughly as well as each job vacancy. Gather as much information as you can about the school and the job opening. When researching a school talk to the director or owner of the school directly.
3.) Create your resume and C.V.
4.) Start sending your information out to ESL schools or other potential ESL employers by email.
5.) Choose an ESL school and begin the contract negotiations and visa procedures.
NOTE: There are more than enough job sites out there posting ESL jobs but a few stand above the rest. If an ESL job site has a lot of repeated ads, the same user posting many ads in one day and many days in a row, outdated ads, outdated information or too much advertising, it's probably an unreliable job site and you should avoid applying to jobs on that particular site. Take a look around each site and if you feel it's well made with reliable and useful information start the job application process and get yourself a job!
Finding and Securing a job after arriving in Asia.
After arriving in Asia there are few things you can do to find a job. If you haven't already, start searching ESL teaching jobs sites. Pick up a copy of the local English newspaper and look in the classifieds, look around for English schools and submit a resume directly, go to expat hangouts and look for bulletin boards posting jobs ads and most importantly get to know the local teachers and expat community. Ask them if they know of any job openings or good places to apply. Once you find a school you are happy with begin contract negotiations and begin visa procedures.
At what time of year is best to find a teaching job in Asia?
Asia's high demand for teachers is year round. With a year round need for teachers there really is no better time than now to begin your job search.
What can teachers expect in terms of money?
It's different for each country so when searching through different jobs in different countries compare the monthly salary and general livings expenses and you will be able to determine which country is right for you financially.
GENERAL contracts in Asia (Differs between country)
Wages - range between 1,000~3,500 US dollars/month
Overtime - 100% to 200% of regular hourly rate.
Taxes - 1%-20%
Paid vacation - 14~30 days, paid, with all national holidays off
Health Insurance - full or shared Health insurance
Severance pay - One months salary
Housing - Paid by employer - Furnished apt. single or shared
Airfare - Round trip ticket
Teaching hours - 20 - 30
Visa - Fully covered
Start your ESL job search today and live your dream of working overseas. It's certainly possible... it's just up to you to make it happen!
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