Hello SG ppl. i came to the realization that I need to get myself out of my day to day rut and start making some real money. I want to teach english abroad. Has anyone done this before? I am looking at teaching in asia. what qualifications are needed?
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lolablu:
I've been teaching ESL in the U.S. for the past few years. I'm going to teach in Japan next February or March. As the person above me said, most jobs require a Bachelor's degree. If you get TESOL/TEFL/CELTA certified (look it up online), you'll have more job choices. A Master's degree in a related field will also give you more job choices, but it isn't necessary. You should think about whether you would want to teach children or adults. If you want to teach kids, you can get a specialized certification for that, but that's also not necessary. And if you want to teach kids, you should think about whether you would also be willing to take on extra duties at a school: sports, games, arts and crafts. And you should look for a program that will sponsor a work visa. A lot of programs do, but you have to look out for the ones that don't. You'll have a much easier time if a company/school sponsors a work visa before you depart. I've heard of cases of people traveling to a country and getting a teaching job after, but getting a work visa for that just takes a few more steps and can be annoying.
whiterabbit819:
A friend of mine taught in Thailand and will be going to Egypt soon but she just signed up for a program she found at a college. I think all you really need is a bachelors degree. I wish I could help you more. I might be able to send her your email if you are interested, she would be much more of a help than I am