lip420
American expat in China
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Lives in Shanghai
Registration: 18 December 2014
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Your experience of culture shock in China by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in China. What is ...
Nice points. It's a better way of life in many ways. Read More
Your experience of culture shock in China by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in China. What is ...
Life is different in China as it is in any country. Manners, language, food, etc. I'd say start learning some Mandarin. Have an open mind and you'll probably do o.k. More on ... Read More
Overview of life in Taiwan by gulfport
Hello, im going to Taiwan soon for the first time; and wish to know what's it like to live there as an expat - plus any tips or advice on where to stay, cost of living ( average monthly budget ), things to do and see. for example are most ...
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New 2015 Foreign ESL - TEFL Teacher Requirements & Qualifications by CFTU
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FIGoJgAXiaI/Utbk5xp9CBI/AAAAAAAADnY/1orEctmUQHQ/s1600/breaking-news1.png Well its official... The "New" 2015 China foreign teacher requirements are exactly the same as the 2013 and 2014 requirements even if some ...
I think it is post degree, yet I would start applying to jobs in China and see what you find out. Different provinces can have slightly different requirements. Read More
Japan by Leikomc
Realistically, how much rent an apartment in shibuya. including transportation costs, food...? Can I go to Japan through a work visa? What so often Japanese companies hire foreigners without visa?
I would bring about $2000 per month to get by on until you have a job and home. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzb9GcORjlY Read More
Can I get a job in Taiwan? by zinmaraung
Hello everybody, I am zin mar@Emma.I come from Myanmar and followed of my husband.I reached for one month in here.In my country,I worked international school as a part time teacher and freelance teacher for English 4 skills as Cambridge ...
Your English looks pretty poor. You need to be a native English speaker to get a job teaching there legally. You might be able to find a job working illegally, but I think you would have a difficult time. Even people who don't have degrees can ... Read More
New 2015 Foreign ESL - TEFL Teacher Requirements & Qualifications by CFTU
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FIGoJgAXiaI/Utbk5xp9CBI/AAAAAAAADnY/1orEctmUQHQ/s1600/breaking-news1.png Well its official... The "New" 2015 China foreign teacher requirements are exactly the same as the 2013 and 2014 requirements even if some ...
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New 2015 Foreign ESL - TEFL Teacher Requirements & Qualifications by CFTU
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FIGoJgAXiaI/Utbk5xp9CBI/AAAAAAAADnY/1orEctmUQHQ/s1600/breaking-news1.png Well its official... The "New" 2015 China foreign teacher requirements are exactly the same as the 2013 and 2014 requirements even if some ...
Are you sure that the age is correct? Last I heard it was around 23 or 25 as teachers needed two years of post graduate work experience to get a Z ... Read More
How polluted your place is? by xeno.spider
I will transfer to a subordinate branch in Beijing next month. Now I'm doing the list, and the only thing I consider different is pollution. Besides taking my beloved Clair air purifier (go-clair.com), I cannot come up with anything else. What I ...
Beijing is one of the worst cities in China for pollution. I lived in Shanghai and compared to other places that I lived in Asia and considering how big it was I didn't think it was that bad. But it wasn't the first place I lived in Asia. ... Read More
i need any info on what my options are for living and working in korea by ilovekorea1981
Hello everyone =) I am very new to this site. Just joined. I'm looking for anyone who knows what options are available for working and living in korea. I have been searching everywhere online for info. I just graduated beauty school. I am a skin ...
You won't have many options. Mainly just teaching English. You are not Korean, so otherwise you need to have some special skill. Read More
teaching position with dui by damir14
Hi, I'm sorry if this has already been posted somewhere and I just can't locate it but has anyone met or heard a success story of landing a teaching position if you have a DUI on your criminal record? I'm 29 and from Australia and ...
Probably won't matter too much since it was a drinking offense. Koreans tend to drink a lot. They will probably overlook it. If it were some other drug offense then it would matter. Read More
Rent a flat or a house in Busan by Christine
Finding a place to live is a priority when settling in Busan. Your experience will be of a great help for the members who want to settle in Busan. Therefore, we have prepared some questions for you: Is it hard to find a flat or a house for ...
It's not that easy since you usually have to pay key money. Check on http://www.pusanweb.com/ Read More
Teaching English in Japan. by Dave050
Hi, I understand that a lot of companies require a degree to teach in Japan however, I was wondering if it's possible to teach English in Japan with a TESOL/TEFL/CELTA qualification. (I will be taking them within the next year) I currently have my ...
I think you may be able to get a working holiday visa. So then you would be able to find a job legally teaching. Read More
teaching english in japan with no degree, possible? by orkst
I'm from america but currently living and teaching in beijing china. I have over two years experience teaching english here, but no college degree. Is it at all possible to find a teaching job without a degree? I attended tufts university in boston ...
Not that easy, but possible. You have to accept the fact that most schools are going to take the teacher with the degree, because that's what you really need. How would you get a visa there? Read More