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Evaluating Your English Teaching Job Offers – ESL TEFL TESOL

by damclean

Evaluating Your English Teaching Job Offers – ESL TEFL TESOL

You have decided on being an ESL TEFL TESOL teacher so you are off on the job search. Aside from the obvious considerations such as what country to work in and what TESL TEFL TESOL teacher training or qualifications (TEFL/TESOL/CELTA/DELTA) to obtain; there are other things a teachers should consider when looking at potential job offers.

There are many factors a teacher considers which will affect whether they accept a teaching position. The most obvious factor would be the content of the position (i.e. what is going to be taught). What is the school asking of you as a teacher? You must ask yourself if the ESL TEFL TESOL teaching job is interesting and fits into your career plans as a teacher. The person and ESL TEFL TESOL school you will be working for is also an important consideration so you must take the time to talk to them either via email or phone. It would also be beneficial to ask to speak to other teachers from the school to find out their impressions. Knowing what the job is and whom you will be working with are the first step in deciding whether to pursue it further.

Some may say that the most important consideration would be salary and benefits but these should be a secondary consideration to what you want to do and who you will be working with. Regardless of the salary paid, most people will not stay at a position where they feel unsatisfied or have no growth. In addition, the people you work with or for have an enormous impact on your job satisfaction. However, when considering salary and benefits, do not focus as much on the starting salary but rather on the potential for growth and increases. Does the school have growth potential for you as a professional? Do they spell out cost-of-living increases and meritorious raises? Benefits are other areas that can supplement a position where the starting salary is not as good as you would have wished. Get a list of benefits from the company and formulate any questions you may have regarding them so that you can better discuss the position with management and other teachers at the school.

Another factor that may come into play with many teachers when evaluating a position is the ESL TEFL TESOL resources provided by the school for the teacher to prepare their lessons. Teachers spend a large majority of their time preparing for upcoming classes. This requires readily available resources such as teacher edition books, computer, printer, internet access, and preferably a reference library. In addition, there should be a work area set aside at the school for teachers to plan and prepare. Whether the school already has a set curriculum/syllabus for the class to be taught and ESL/EFL/TEFL student books because the teacher may be asked to help to create these resources (i.e worksheets) for your school year if they are not provided. I have known many teachers that have felt the need to move on because of the demands of planning for a school year without adequate resources.

To help you find that perfect (or near perfect) ESL/EFL/TEFL teaching job, you should ask these questions to all prospective employers/schools:

1. What is the salary?

2. How many months is the teaching contract?

3. Do/Can you sponsor me for all paperwork, including teacher’s license, work permit, and visa extension?

4. How soon can you get this paperwork processed?

5. How many hours will I be teaching per week?

6. What kind of medical/travel insurance is on offer?

7. When are the starting and ending times for being at the school regardless of whether there is a class?

8. About how many school or community events a month are teachers required to attend outside normal working hours (teachers’ meetings, parents’ meetings, school festivals, seminars, etc.)?

9. Does the school have/provide ESL TEFL TESOL student books or will I be required to make my own worksheets?

10. Does the school have whiteboards or chalkboards?

11. Does the school provide all teaching materials needed? What are the items provided?

12. Does the school require that I attend/teach a summer camp?

13. Is there a discipline policy? What is it and how is it enforced?

14. What are the details of the teaching contract “extras” such as:

a. Resigning bonuses

b. Biannual or annual plane tickets to visit home

c. Housing allowances (if no housing allowance then ask about help finding accommodations along with cost in the area of the school)

d. Internet access both in and outside the school

e. Raise schedules

Searching for an ESL TEFL TESOL teaching position is difficult. After spending many hours on a search, making a careful decision regarding a job offer is important. Getting a job offer does not necessarily mean you should take the job. Most schools will not expect you to make a decision on the spot. You will probably be given a few days to a week to make up your mind. If they are unable to provide you with the time to make a decision then you should not consider this teaching job as a viable position. On the other hand, if you decide to go with a school without finding out the proper information, don’t blame the school when the position turns out not to be what you expected or wanted. Weighing the advantages and disadvantages of the job will help you make a more informed decision, rather than deciding on impulse.

When considering where in the world you want to teach, the big 3 for ESL TEFL TESOL jobs are:

Asia: Japan, South Korea, China, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam and Indonesia are the popular spots because they have so many ESL jobs available but there are always positions coming up infrequently in places like Hong Kong, Singapore and Malaysia though you must be a qualified teacher to obtain these. You may even find positions for Cambodia and Laos but you should look at the reputation of employers carefully due to lack of a solid legal system for recourse. Life can become very difficult “off the beaten path”.

Europe: Everyone dreams of teaching in Greece, Italy, France or Spain but unless you are an European Union (EU) citizen it is difficult to obtain these positions. The more frequent positions are available in Eastern Europe in places like Romania, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Poland, Ukraine and Russia. These positions don’t pay very well compared to the cost of living in some of these countries but they provide lot’s of opportunity for travel while not teaching.

The Middle East: Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates (UAE) are the most common with Bahrain, Yemen and Qatar occasionally having openings. Now there are also more teaching positions available in Iraq. The Middle East is popular for the money paid for teaching positions but don’t expect much of a social life due to cultural restraints.

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Evaluating Job Offers for Teaching Abroad

by obo-bobolina

Evaluating Job Offers for Teaching Abroad

You have decided on teaching abroad so you are off on the job
hunt. Aside from the obvious considerations such as what country
to work in and what training/qualifications to obtain; there are
other things a teachers should consider when looking at
potential job offers.

There are many factors a teacher considers which will affect
whether they accept a position. The most obvious factor would be
the content of the position. What is the school asking of you as
a teacher? You must ask yourself if the job is interesting and
fits into your career plans as a teacher. The person you will be
working for is also an important consideration so you must take
the time to talk to them either via email or phone. It would
also be beneficial to ask to speak to other teachers from the
school to find out their impressions. Knowing what the job is
and whom you will be working with are the first step in deciding
whether to pursue it further.

Some may say that the most important consideration would be
salary and benefits but these should be a secondary
consideration to what you want to do and who you will be working
with. Regardless of the salary paid, most people will not stay
at a position where they feel unsatisfied or have no growth. In
addition, the people you work with or for have an enormous
impact on your job satisfaction. However, when considering
salary and benefits, do not focus as much on the starting salary
but rather on the potential for growth and increases. Does the
school have growth potential for you as a professional? Do they
spell out cost-of-living increases and meritorious raises?
Benefits are other areas that can supplement a position where
the starting salary is not as good as you would have wished. Get
a list of benefits from the company and formulate any questions
you may have regarding them so that you can better discuss the
position with management and other teachers at the school.

Another factor that may come into play with many teachers when
evaluating a position is the resources provided by the school.
Teachers spend a large majority of their time preparing for
upcoming lessons. This requires readily available resources such
as teacher books, computer, printer, internet access, and
preferably a reference library. In addition, there should be a
work area set aside for teachers to plan and prepare. You should
also look at whether the school already has a set
curriculum/syllabus and student books because you may be asked
to help to create these resources for your school year if they
are not provided. I have known many teachers that have felt the
need to move on because of the demands of planning for a school
year without adequate resources.

To help you find that perfect (or near perfect) job, you should
ask these questions to all prospective employers:

1. What is the salary?

2. How many months is the contract?

3. Do/Can you sponsor me for all paperwork, including teacher’s
license, work permit, and visa extension?

4. How soon can you get this paperwork processed?

5. How many hours will I be teaching?

6. What kind of insurance is on offer?

7. When are the starting and ending times for work?

8. About how many events a month are teachers required to attend
outside normal working hours (teachers’ meetings, parents’
meetings, school festivals, seminars, etc.)?

9. Does the school have/provide books?

10. Does the school have whiteboards or chalkboards?

11. Does the school provide all teaching materials needed? What
are the items provided?

12. Does the school require that I attend/teach a summer camp?

13. Is there a discipline policy? What is it and how is it
enforced?

14. What are the details of contract “extras” such as:

a. Resigning bonuses

b. Biannual or annual plane tickets to visit home

c. Housing allowances (if no housing allowance then ask about
help finding accomodations along with cost in the school area)

d. Internet access both in and outside the school

e. Raise schedules

Searching for a position is difficult. After spending many hours
on a search, making a careful decision regarding a job offer is
important. Getting an offer does not necessarily mean you should
take the job. Most employers will not expect you to make a
decision on the spot. You will probably be given a few days to a
week to make up your mind. If they are unable to provide you
with the time to make a decision then you should not consider
this as a viable position. On the other hand, if you decide to
go with a school without finding out the proper information,
don’t blame the school when the position turns out not to be
what you expected or wanted. Weighing the advantages and
disadvantages of the job will help you make a more informed
decision, rather than deciding on impulse.

Michael Hines is the founder of TotalESL.com,
a free resource helping the ESL/EFL community in Asia and the
Middle East for jobs, resumes, schools, resources, yellow pages,
classifieds, information and lessons. TotalESL.com-First Stop for Your Second Language
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Categories: Job Tags: Abroad, Evaluating, Offers, Teaching

Evaluating a Job Offer in Hand

by ShaZ Ni [pretty busy T_T]

Evaluating a Job Offer in Hand

You are a very talented person and thus have successfully grabbed various job offers in hand, but you are unable to decide on the right job. It is a very crucial decision to take. A wrong step can place you at a wrong place. You may end up at a workplace where you will feel out of place. You have spent some time searching for a job and have successfully acquired quite a few job offers but when you choose the wrong organization, you can end up all your efforts.

You have to understand that doing Job Search is also a “job” so is the process of choosing the correct work place. Most people according to A. Harrison Barnes, the CEO of hound.com, make the mistake of selecting a job on the grounds of the salary offered. This is the biggest mistake they make. You can never judge a work environment on the basis of the popularity of the organization. You have to take various points into consideration before deciding on one. This calls for a lot of effort and hard work before taking the decision. A. Harrison Barnes is here to help you with steps that you should take before considering a job offer.

A good office environment is a very important factor that must be taken into consideration. Since you are required to spend long hours in office, make sure that the environment suits you. The flexibility and culture of the company also must be evaluated before considering the job offer at hand. You must be comfortable in your office environment. The co- workers you work with must be cultured and decent so that you can easily concentrate on your job. Analyze the corporate culture, goals, attitudes and objectives that the company follows. The philosophies of the company may not match your requirements, so before accepting the offer letter, make sure that you properly analyze the corporate culture.

The most important thing that is the salary must also be taken into consideration. Before joining an institution, make sure that your salary expectations are met. See you it that the salary offered to you enables you to handle the monthly expenditures of yours. If you feel that the salary is too meager do not accept the offer. Unless you are happy with the compensations provided to you, you won’t be able to concentrate on the job. Negotiations form an important part, before accepting the offer letter.

The organizations and institutions, apart from providing basic salary, also provide certain perks and benefits. The Job Seeker is required to clarify all doubts regarding perks and benefits provided by the company, says A. Harrison Barnes. Among the perks and benefits provided, the most common are the benefit programs in areas like insurance, disability, etc, as well as vacation and sick leave. If you want to choose from the various packages available, make sure that you ask for copies of the plan descriptions.

Before accepting the offer letter you are required to evaluate the distance between your personal life and office. In case you are used to working only 35 hours a week, and the present job requires you to work for 45 hours, take out time to evaluate the case very minutely says Harrison Barnes the CEO of hound.com. Some of the jobs require you to travel a lot. Before making any commitments, make sure that you are ready to travel and go for tours. Also evaluate the commuting time. Analyze if you are commuting for long hours or your parking fees are heading north.

The job of evaluating the offer letter in hand also requires you to prioritize your goals and targets. Ask your self questions like what is important to you, as that will help you to decide whether you should be joining the office or not says A. Harrison Barnes. Personal circumstances of every individual are different. What seems to be a perfect job for you may not be suitable for another person. Do make sure that you are taking out time to weigh the pros and cons. It is very important to keep in mind that in case you are not in the right job, it is not the end of world. You should be hopeful and remain positive that the next job will be a perfect match for you. Remember says A. Harrison Barnes that it is much easier to turn down an offer letter than coming out of a job that you are already into. Even the employers do not prefer to start over the hiring process at short intervals.

Elizabeth Martinez – Ph.D. – Organizational Psychology. Provides you with a deep level of insight into your career direction and career development.

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Evaluating Potential Job Offers

by Gueorgui Tcherednitchenko

Evaluating Potential Job Offers

A checklist helps you to identify the pros and cons of each offer and help you to select the best offer for your particular situation.

Narrow Down Your Choices

Decide on the parameters that you will judge the offers

that you receive. Now, be aware that these choices are made on an individual basis and should meet your own needs. In addition, the offers should also be rated according to the level of importance.

These parameters should be related to two things: the company and the type of work. The following list should help you narrow down your choices:

-The kind of business the company is engaged in.

-The overall salary package including: compensation, benefits, and incentive programs.

-It is also helpful to evaluate the size or structure of the company, whether it is locally run, and its mode of operation.

-Financial and market status of the company is important to know beforehand to avoid any unnecessary worries about growth later.

-Location of the company or whether or not you will be relocated is also an important consideration.

-Understand the company culture. This will help you to decide if your employment with the company will be a long lasting relationship or just one in a series of career moves.

The reputation of the company is also an important factor. The general public opinion of the company, the way that company is run and any adverse publicity it has received will affect your final decision.

Your checklist will help you to evaluate each job offer and zero in on which ones offer the most promise.

Growth Opportunities

Availability of room for progress is another important aspect that cannot be ignored. There is no point considering a company that does not offer room for your professional growth. The training opportunities available within a company should also be given careful consideration, as these are often key influences of your career path.

The Job Profile

Next comes the actual role you are about to play or your job profile. Consider comparing your actual job profile to your idea of the optimum role. Does it meet your expectations or exceed it? Is it going to help you in a way that enhances your skills, or acquire additional skills? The job offer should be judged on these aspects as well.

Consider the nature of the job in terms of its duration or whether it is going to be campaign or assignment based work, etc. Think over if it will be helpful for you to pursue your short-term/long-term career opportunities.

In addition, compare the job offers received based on work schedule and the compensation plan: will it be a fixed salary or will it depend upon the number of hours worked?

After comparing the job offers against these parameters, make a list of the advantages and disadvantages. After carefully weighing the pros and cons of all the offers, you will be more likely to have all of the information needed to make an informed decision.

Tony Jacowski is a quality analyst for The MBA Journal. Aveta Solution’s Six Sigma Online offers online six sigma training and certification classes for six sigma professionals including, lean six sigma, black belts, green belts, and yellow belts.

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