26/05/2010 by admin.

Imagine moving to a new country, not just a country where the language is different as in France or Italy, but a country where you cannot even say the written language.
Entering a train station will leave you helpless infront of hundereds of symbols of potential destinations…. so where do you start?

The first month of your contract in China will be the most difficult, you’ll find it difficult to get around, find the food you like in the supermarket and you’ll not even be able to order from a menu without first drawing a picture of the animal or vegetable you would like.
To add to this, what happens if theres a problem with something in your apartment, you are not happy with the students or the environment you work in?

This is where Find Work Abroad will be your greatest asset. Find work abroad aim to offer you full assistance with anything you need in China, i’ll be in the City where you will be working, i’ll be in your first classes to fully assist the teaching of the class where required, offer you hints and tips to perfect your teaching and be there to help you with any mind blanks if you’re stuck in class.

Whether you’re an experienced teacher or not, the dramatic culture change can be a shock and we don’t want you to be left in the dark. With full assistance in your home country and when you arrive at your position in China you’ll enjoy the experience far more than trying it on your own. Our schools are willing to work with us to ensure the teachers are happy, by collaborating we are taking a fantastic step forward in combatting the problems many teachers face when they get to China.

To sign up for a teaching position with Find Work Abroad complete our online application at: http://www.findworkabroad.com/signup

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26/05/2010 by admin.

Firstly, don’t send me your CV without a single mention of teaching in it! I’ve received so many CV’s where there is no mention of teaching whatsoever.

Schools will look at your CV and they’ll want to see an interest in teaching even if you don’t have any formal teaching experience. If you’ve taught your friends, family or at work you teach your team or help others learn your skills on a regular basis put that in.

In the first paragraph I want to see everything you’ve done and are indeed working toward with regard to teaching. I want to know that you will have a passion for the learning of the students.

Secondly, will your CV have to be the same as back home?

In general, No.

Always include a photo and in some case expect to be hired on just your photo alone, so make it a good one. In China your appearance goes a long way in business terms.

Expect to be asked your Age, Nationality, Whether or not you are married and if you have any children.

Work visas for English Teachers often require that your passport be from a country they deem as being English speaking. Age, is sometimes limited for certain kinds of visas.

Get over it

Decide now if these issues really bother you. If they do - you may have some difficulty landing a job - or even surviving in non-Westernized countries.

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26/05/2010 by admin.

You will, of course, need a passport. If you have received a degree, even an online bachelor degree, make sure you have it - and sealed (official) transcripts.

If you have taken any kind of TEFL training, have your certificate(s)/diploma(s) ready. Prepare a good generic cover letter to change for each specific employer. Keep copies of your resume handy as well.

Copies, not Originals

Employers will ask for your documents in the application process. Try not to send originals - certainly not in the early stages. There will be times once you are offered - and have accepted - a position when you may need to part with your originals. If at all possible, do not part with originals - send the copies.

Avoid Blackmail

Some potential employers may ask for your documents, pending your hire, and then significantly change their offer, once they have all your originals. Some will claim to have “lost” your documents. Don’t allow yourself to get caught in such a situation.

Every university and most TEFL schools will be happy to issue, for a reasonable fee - additional originals. Order and keep spare copies of your transcripts as well (if you have a degree). Sure, the cost adds up a bit - but you will never be stuck or held hostage by an employer.

I keep extra originals of everything. Who knows? I might have a couple job offers at one time some day, and take the one that really comes through.

Passport

Just my opinion - but never give your passport to anyone except an embassy or immigration official. That said, there may be times when you might need to do so. Just keep track of who has it, why, and how long it will be until you get it back. When I worked in Saudi Arabia - it was standard for your employer to hold your passport. Kind of weird and scary - but so it was. You could either quit or give it to them. I chose to give it to them and save some serious money for five years.

Other Documents

Such an odd array of things can be asked of you, that it is hard to completely prepare ahead of time. You may be asked for a local police clearance (that you are not “wanted”) or a wide variety of medical clearances (many of which you will just have to do again when you get there!).

Be patient, provide what they ask, it will all work out. You won’t be the first person to be scared or intimidated by the mountain of paperwork required. Personally, I always wonder if I can get through all of it! But I always do.

Source: http://tefldaddy.com/TEFL_Documents.htm

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26/05/2010 by admin.

We are looking for an outstanding candidate from the US or Canada only.
The candidate must be truly fantastic with children, under the age of 45 and hold a bachelors degree and a strong teaching certificate, CELTA or Trinity TESOL.

You will be teaching Children in a city roughly 1 hour from Guangzhou. The school are keen to find the perfect candidate so we will be turning down many applications and selecting the best few.

The contract includes:

10,000RMB end of contract bonus
12,000RMB per month salary
2 months paid summer vacation
Location: Guangzhou, China

You should be ready to interview within 48 hours of sending your CV. We will be operating a fast turn around on this position.

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26/05/2010 by admin.

You’ll typically be interviewed over Skype and the school will want to see you so setup your webcam.

The school will not be testing your grammar or any technical english language skills instead they will be checking their ability to understand you. Your level of english will be far beyond that of your interviewers so there’s no need to use any advanced vocabulary or grammar at all.
The most important tip is to speak confidently and clearly, not too fast, but not too slow either.
The school may like to know some background information so speak freely about your life, be open and honest they are simply looking to see how well they can connect with you and the raport you create with them.

Do not lie about anything, instead talk excessively about the things you do know well.

The interview will most likely be one of the easiest interviews you have had and as you will have already been pre-accepted by Find Work Abroad you can pretty much guarantee a sucessful result!

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