Even though teaching isn't likely in my future, I still like hearing about how the system works, as well as your tips and lessons learned. Thanks for your continuing effort to help others.
Heya Dave, I'm a bit late to the party but thanks for uploading this video. It's always great to get more advice and perspective on this. I've recently come to Japan looking for work as an English language instructor, but hadn't really looked for work before I arrived. I got some questionable advice from someone who avoids big companies but I've since found that they offer great stability which is what I'm after. It's interesting that I hadn't come across the ALT position yet, which sounds like a great way to start into language lessons. I'll be looking for something like this! From there I might go for Eikaiwa school work once I build up some confidence and experience. Cheers mate!
Just accepted an offer with AEON!! Also got offers from Peppy Kids Club, Heart and NOVA, but AEON was an easy choice (most money and best teacher support!) :) Not sure where I'm going yet but hopefully I'll know soon. Leaving next March/April timeframe. Thanks for all of your videos. They were EXTREMELY helpful! :)
Thanks for your input; I'm thinking more and more about coming to Japan and teach with the years experience I've gained for my years of teaching in Jamaica.
Hi Dave! Been watching your random vlogs for my English Teaching Application Preparation. And your channel is been very helpful so far. I'm looking forward to watch more of it.
Dave, I found your channel about 6 months ago and every video is really great! Relaxing, fun, informative and really wel put together. Keep up the good work! :-)
Dave, I haven't finished my degree. I am enrolled at a New York State Univwrsity school and could finish online in Japan. I taught in Korea 15 years and in the US three. I visited Japan many times. I make a good impression; people like me. I have a mixed bag of skills as a teacher and in the other things I have done: I'm presentable, funny, witty, creative and I am a problem solver and conflict resolver. I am Knowledgeable. I can teach grammar, style and pronunciation (I have methods that people love and I can do accents and impresonations.) I sing, dance, draw, do comedy and voices. If I come to Japan it will not be after I finish my degree. It's getting late; I am youthful looking and in great shape, but am 50, so I think the 'save a pile and shop for Ekaiwa work once there' is the best bet. Oh, and I can sing the praises of Japan, I know Hiragana, Katakana and some Kanji and am into Japanese culture, history and art (Ukiyo-e), so, I would be a team player there, not an angry expat after money and girls. I am also a Zen Buddhist. What do you think? :)
Thanks again for the very informative video. I'm looking forward to seeing what you have in store in future videos addressing teaching in Japan. Thanks to your videos as well as Charlie no Seikatsu and Higgins in Japan's channels, I'm seriously considering to teach English in Japan once I finish my bachelors degree. Once I get closer to graduating, I'll more than likely apply to the JET or a dispatch company to help me get my feet wet in the teaching sector. Once I become more confidant as a teacher (6mo-1yr after arriving in Japan), I'll start exploring jobs that are only available to those who are already in Japan to further develop my skills. (Hopefully in that timeframe I'll be able to develop my Japanese skills and start studying for the JLPT exams.)
Hey Dave! I've been working with Peppy Kids Club for 3 months now and have been enjoying it a lot! However, it's not for everyone, as I've seen so far. I've had people in my trainee group quit after a few days of training. But I'd highly recommend it if you're a flexible person, who's willing to enjoy themselves and to learn from this experience. It can be the easiest job in the world, if you do it properly (like with any other job). Love the videos!
Very Helpful Information Dave. I really appreciate the sharing and insights from your perspective. I view others and compare viewpoints and find your information very helpful. I'm open to getting feet wet via ALT position; though with over 20 years of teaching as I taught in my first grad program...sink or swim style, primarily at the university level...I will certainly be looking at Eikaiwa positions as well and if I find something I'm comfortable with...I'll go for it.
Hi Dave. I wanna teach in Japan, but I have a disability. It's not something that will stop me from teaching, but I walk a little bit differently. I am teacher in Romania but will I be able to work in Japan?
Hey Dave! Thanks again for the informative video! I was just wondering, once I get my work visa and work for the company for about 6 months to one year can I look for another job in a different profession with the same visa? Thank you in advance!
It depends on the visa you have. Instructor visa's are limited to the public sector but a humanities visa which you use for private sector teaching allow you to do other stuff.
The only downside about this for me is waiting, I'm a senior in highschool, so it would take me 4 more years til I get my bachelor's, It'd be great if these companies didn't require a degree like that, the money isn't a problem for me, I don't mind saving, but I'm just so eager to get started with it.
I know how you feel. However, I've been out of high school for almost five years, and I'll start college this spring. Keep working hard as you finish high school and start your college career! If you work hard at it, you could finish in less than 4 years if you can test out of some classes.
I don't know the exact mechanism, but Japanese universities do have foreign student programs. I suppose your Japanese language skills would have to be up to it though. You could be in the country before you pass your degree.
Don't worry about it dude, you're actually in a really good position. If you're a Sr. in High School and your plan/goal is to move to Japan to become a teacher, you can actually tailor your college education to benefit you more in Japan. Major in something like Elementary Education/ECE or English to get a teaching license, earn a TESOL cert while you're at college or take Japanese language courses at your university so when you actually land in Japan you have a huge leg up on other teachers. Being conversational at Japanese on day 1 is probably the biggest things that can make a difference not only in your career, but also daily life in Japan once there. You've got 4 years to make that happen. Edit: Also it could always be worse man. I'm going to be 32 when I start college in a few months and am planning to do the same things I listed. So if we both had the same credentials and both applied to the same job, chances are you'd beat me out simply because you're coming over @ 22-23 rather than 36-37 lol. Just use the next 4 years to prepare yourself as best as you can and you'll be fine.
I was there too. Don't stress it and enjoy your university experience. At first I saw uni as a large fence in my way but then I decided to get into it and now looking back at my last couple years I've had so much fun and learned tons. I am doing a study abroad this summer and will have my BA degree come winter. You can only really have the pure university experience once so embrace it! Also nice avatar :)
I'm 52, have a masters and have a couple of years experience in higher ed, including university gigs in Thailand. I've been out of the industry for 10 years and now want to go back until I'm 60. Down to earth advice - blunt is good: can I start in a uni job in Japan? Any top of mind thoughts? Thanks for your time. BTW, I'm only after oral English teaching gigs with a light schedule to start with. I don't believe in 'something for nothing' and intend to do a good job for the students.
Although I cannot speak from personal experience I do know families that have come here. The process is naturally more involved because you have to declare your dependants for tax purposes and things like that. But it can be done.
Thanks for all information you shared. I have watched several videos of yours and what I saw and believed is the honesty of what you reveal. I am an English Teacher with 15 years experience of teaching different skills of English Language. I have MA in TEFL and also TESOL. It has been couple of months that I started applying for jobs via some websites but unfortunately the result wasn't that much good. There were some offers with low salaries which didn't make my demands end. I wonder if you help me to find a way to get the best chance of mine. Regards
Hey! Thank you for this video :) this channel will be great for me as I am going to have to tackle english teaching in Japan after I graduate. (Japanese Major) But I do believe that Aeon does not work with public schools, and they are their own eikaiwa.... I could be wrong though
Bit of a random tip, but you can really improve your audio in these videos. Get Audacity (it's free), then use the noise reduction to get rid of that mic hiss, and then also normalise and it will instantly sound way better.
I like the idea of being able to use teach English in Japan as a foot in the door... but i really don't think i would like it.. but part of me still wants to go for it.
I've always wanted to go and teach in Japan, my passion disappeared after I got married, but now have it rekindled.. just feel i'm too old.. (36) now. and married with a kid.. I know my husband supports me, but I doubt he would support me getting a job and moving to Japan.. i feel like my passion is just stuck between a rock and hard place.. :/ but I figured I'll learn the Japanese language .. learn to read and write it and see where i'm at in a year.. and hopefully have a better family support.
SassyMustang1980 Oh wow. I'm almost in EXACTLY the same position (exact same age, same situation, same thoughts - except I don't have any children). My husband is DEADSET against moving though, so I'm fighting an uphill battle. Would love to keep in touch if you're up for it! 💕
Fiona Kleinschmidt Sure thing.. you can can befriend me on FB if you want.. :) my name is Janine Shull, has a picture of one of my horses as a profile picture!! I downloaded an app yesterday and learning Hiragana right now.. :)
You dont need to teach in japan. You should first start off by TRAVELING. Since you already have a family, shouldn't you spend time with your family? It is a bit irresponsible and selfish to get a job overseas and to leave your family... But, I mean, some people do this, but thats just... I think, the best option would be to travel/go on vacation, and to see japan once in a while. you dont have to live there. Because, you've already settled down, have a family. you have to pay for bills, childcare, and all that stuff...
I am trading in my high salary eikaiwa job after being here over a year for an ALT position simply put for, freedom. You will be a slave for your company and depending on where you are, close to zero social life or friends (like my situation in the middle of nowhere). So I am choosing to take that salary cut for a way better life/work balance here.
when did you learn Japanese? My high school doesnt offer it and I don't know if they have it in college either. Im only fifteen, but I want to know as much as possible. And is it difficult to live there? Ugh its kind of stressing me out
Dominique E. Resources for you: Grammar: Tae Kim's Grammar Guide/Genki/Japanese The Manga Way Hiragana/katakana: Japanese Pod 101's videos on both topics Kanji: KanjiDamage.com, Remembering The Kanji Vocabulary: Anki, use shared anki decks such as core2k/6k
Hey Dave. How long it took you to get a job in Japan? I received my first 'no' from a Japanese company and was wandering how long a 'yes' will take come. PS. I'm not a native English speaker and never studied in the US
Dave, how would one find these direct hire positions? Once in Japan, where to look to encounter them? Also, is it possible to find other positions than English teacher to work in Japan (probably not initially, but later on)? Will all of them require to be fluent in Japanese? Thank you for your videos, they are great and very helpful.
You don't have to be fluent in Japanese but certainly having language ability is important. Many of the interviews for direct hire will conduct a portion of them in Japanese. You can find these positions on any of the major job posting sights like ohaiosensei.
+TheDigitalPanther Not necessarily, but long term yes. I've known someone who got and internship and job from abroad in a Japanese engineering company, but he had to start learning Japanese of course. I don't know the details though...
Eikaiwa's you will not develop as a teacher (AT LEAST THE BIG COMPANY ONES). you literally just do the steps required and nothing else. (sure if you are a good teacher you can use your versatility because you have to teach all ages (literally ages 5 one second and age 50 the next). But close to zero lesson planning and looooooong hours. less freedom. If you value having a social life and freedom I don't recommend it, but if you want a great salary and a pretty easy way at saving with close to zero change in job setting, then go for it.
Killer Kimsey I think that if you apply yourself, you can definitely develop as teacher from any position you take. I've found that flexibility is one of the most important things you will ever learn from being in the EFL industry, and it has been vital to me while working in an Eikawa.
Lusitangled True (obviously) if you do anything over time you will get better. (You also have to look at my situation) I have been an Intl English teacher over five years in numerous countries. But in Japan I work for a huge chain Eikaiwa company in the absolute middle of nowhere. (So location and time schedule diff from the rest of society plays a big factor).
I enjoy "being different" and trying new methods and idea's in my classroom, especially with my older business students. But that only goes so far here in Japan, students like "the same" methods and approach, when you try being different then they get confused, and your company bosses will get angry you aren't "going by the book" . (Just my two cents from a big chain company eikaiwa teacher here in Japan more than just one year). On the bright side of Eikaiwa work, if you want to teach here for serious long term, then Eikaiwa setting is a good route because your job is not so much "on the chopping block" as long as your are bringing in students and generating numbers for the business in the location you are at.
all the websites you mentioned have the requirement that you need to be a native english speaker - why didn't you mention that? you just wasted 14 minutes of my life
Even though teaching isn't likely in my future, I still like hearing about how the system works, as well as your tips and lessons learned. Thanks for your continuing effort to help others.
Much appreciated Nicole.
Heya Dave, I'm a bit late to the party but thanks for uploading this video. It's always great to get more advice and perspective on this. I've recently come to Japan looking for work as an English language instructor, but hadn't really looked for work before I arrived. I got some questionable advice from someone who avoids big companies but I've since found that they offer great stability which is what I'm after.
It's interesting that I hadn't come across the ALT position yet, which sounds like a great way to start into language lessons. I'll be looking for something like this! From there I might go for Eikaiwa school work once I build up some confidence and experience. Cheers mate!
Just accepted an offer with AEON!! Also got offers from Peppy Kids Club, Heart and NOVA, but AEON was an easy choice (most money and best teacher support!) :) Not sure where I'm going yet but hopefully I'll know soon. Leaving next March/April timeframe. Thanks for all of your videos. They were EXTREMELY helpful! :)
My pleasure Miss Cooper. Thanks always for checking out what I'm posting. Good luck on your adventure and keep me afloat of how it goes.
Hi Lakicia. I am thinking of applying to AEON. What has your experience with them been like? Thanks :)
Thanks for your input; I'm thinking more and more about coming to Japan and teach with the years experience I've gained for my years of teaching in Jamaica.
Are you originally from Jamaica? What kind of teaching did you do there?
Hi Dave! Been watching your random vlogs for my English Teaching Application Preparation. And your channel is been very helpful so far. I'm looking forward to watch more of it.
Music to my ears Winston. So glad to hear you're enjoying them. Cheers.
Dave is the source! Great video, Dave.
Dave, I found your channel about 6 months ago and every video is really great! Relaxing, fun, informative and really wel put together. Keep up the good work! :-)
Thanks so much Martijn I really appreciate it.
Dave, I haven't finished my degree. I am enrolled at a New York State Univwrsity school and could finish online in Japan. I taught in Korea 15 years and in the US three. I visited Japan many times. I make a good impression; people like me. I have a mixed bag of skills as a teacher and in the other things I have done: I'm presentable, funny, witty, creative and I am a problem solver and conflict resolver. I am Knowledgeable. I can teach grammar, style and pronunciation (I have methods that people love and I can do accents and impresonations.) I sing, dance, draw, do comedy and voices. If I come to Japan it will not be after I finish my degree. It's getting late; I am youthful looking and in great shape, but am 50, so I think the 'save a pile and shop for Ekaiwa work once there' is the best bet. Oh, and I can sing the praises of Japan, I know Hiragana, Katakana and some Kanji and am into Japanese culture, history and art (Ukiyo-e), so, I would be a team player there, not an angry expat after money and girls. I am also a Zen Buddhist. What do you think? :)
Thanks again for the very informative video. I'm looking forward to seeing what you have in store in future videos addressing teaching in Japan. Thanks to your videos as well as Charlie no Seikatsu and Higgins in Japan's channels, I'm seriously considering to teach English in Japan once I finish my bachelors degree.
Once I get closer to graduating, I'll more than likely apply to the JET or a dispatch company to help me get my feet wet in the teaching sector. Once I become more confidant as a teacher (6mo-1yr after arriving in Japan), I'll start exploring jobs that are only available to those who are already in Japan to further develop my skills. (Hopefully in that timeframe I'll be able to develop my Japanese skills and start studying for the JLPT exams.)
Hey Dave! I've been working with Peppy Kids Club for 3 months now and have been enjoying it a lot! However, it's not for everyone, as I've seen so far. I've had people in my trainee group quit after a few days of training. But I'd highly recommend it if you're a flexible person, who's willing to enjoy themselves and to learn from this experience. It can be the easiest job in the world, if you do it properly (like with any other job). Love the videos!
Awesome feedback thanks for sharing.
Very Helpful Information Dave. I really appreciate the sharing and insights from your perspective. I view others and compare viewpoints and find your information very helpful. I'm open to getting feet wet via ALT position; though with over 20 years of teaching as I taught in my first grad program...sink or swim style, primarily at the university level...I will certainly be looking at Eikaiwa positions as well and if I find something I'm comfortable with...I'll go for it.
Right on Darryl glad to hear you found it useful.
We get a bonus at AEON for the first through third year, after that it goes away. It's not really a pay raise
After 3 years, you really shouldn't be working for a dispatch company and find more permanent work.
SINCERE Thanks Dave ! Truly Grateful !
Hello sir I just want to ask how to find board education in japan fukushima thank you so much!i hope you reply
+Kawaii Shey I would look up literally that search on Google. Fukushima board of education.
Thank you so much🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
DaveTrippin do you have any idea where I can get TEFL certificate in Fukushima japan thank you so much I hope you reply
+Kawaii Shey I'd actually receive recommend just getting one online. Cheap, easy, simple.
DaveTrippin what kind of TEFL course I need to take to teach in japan?60 hour course is enough?thank you so much sir:))in advance
Hi, I’m contemplating between aeon eikaiwa and Altia alt, if you HAVE to pick one if you’re staring out, what would you pick?
Great video! Very helpful
Great video man! very informative
Cheers man thanks for checking it out.
Very informative.... thanks for the video!
Cheers Winston. Thanks for checking it out.
Hi Dave. I wanna teach in Japan, but I have a disability. It's not something that will stop me from teaching, but I walk a little bit differently. I am teacher in Romania but will I be able to work in Japan?
Thanks for the informative video, Dave. Stay cool~
You to Drek. You too.
Incredibly helpful video, Dave!
Right on Arthur thanks for checking it out.
+DaveTrippin Hey Dave do you know anything about Seiha English?
Very nice video.
Thanks so much for checking it out Shawn.
Hey Dave! Thanks again for the informative video!
I was just wondering, once I get my work visa and work for the company for about 6 months to one year can I look for another job in a different profession with the same visa?
Thank you in advance!
It depends on the visa you have. Instructor visa's are limited to the public sector but a humanities visa which you use for private sector teaching allow you to do other stuff.
Thank you once again Dave! I appreciate it! Keep up the awesome content!
The only downside about this for me is waiting, I'm a senior in highschool, so it would take me 4 more years til I get my bachelor's, It'd be great if these companies didn't require a degree like that, the money isn't a problem for me, I don't mind saving, but I'm just so eager to get started with it.
I know how you feel. However, I've been out of high school for almost five years, and I'll start college this spring. Keep working hard as you finish high school and start your college career! If you work hard at it, you could finish in less than 4 years if you can test out of some classes.
I don't know the exact mechanism, but Japanese universities do have foreign student programs. I suppose your Japanese language skills would have to be up to it though. You could be in the country before you pass your degree.
Don't worry about it dude, you're actually in a really good position. If you're a Sr. in High School and your plan/goal is to move to Japan to become a teacher, you can actually tailor your college education to benefit you more in Japan. Major in something like Elementary Education/ECE or English to get a teaching license, earn a TESOL cert while you're at college or take Japanese language courses at your university so when you actually land in Japan you have a huge leg up on other teachers. Being conversational at Japanese on day 1 is probably the biggest things that can make a difference not only in your career, but also daily life in Japan once there. You've got 4 years to make that happen.
Edit: Also it could always be worse man. I'm going to be 32 when I start college in a few months and am planning to do the same things I listed. So if we both had the same credentials and both applied to the same job, chances are you'd beat me out simply because you're coming over @ 22-23 rather than 36-37 lol. Just use the next 4 years to prepare yourself as best as you can and you'll be fine.
I was there too. Don't stress it and enjoy your university experience. At first I saw uni as a large fence in my way but then I decided to get into it and now looking back at my last couple years I've had so much fun and learned tons. I am doing a study abroad this summer and will have my BA degree come winter. You can only really have the pure university experience once so embrace it!
Also nice avatar :)
Awesome video! I like it
This really helped! Thanks. If all goes well I'd like to be a teacher who leads all the classes
Sounds like a plan. Thanks for checking out the video.
would defo go private i have 9 years experience teaching in China, Hong Kong and the Czech Republic. oh and love you videos :D
I'm 52, have a masters and have a couple of years experience in higher ed, including university gigs in Thailand. I've been out of the industry for 10 years and now want to go back until I'm 60. Down to earth advice - blunt is good: can I start in a uni job in Japan? Any top of mind thoughts? Thanks for your time. BTW, I'm only after oral English teaching gigs with a light schedule to start with. I don't believe in 'something for nothing' and intend to do a good job for the students.
Are there opportunities to bring family?
Although I cannot speak from personal experience I do know families that have come here. The process is naturally more involved because you have to declare your dependants for tax purposes and things like that. But it can be done.
Yea I plan on doing same thing it's harder becuase job usually just want to hire solo people. But can be done
Thanks for all information you shared. I have watched several videos of yours and what I saw and believed is the honesty of what you reveal. I am an English Teacher with 15 years experience of teaching different skills of English Language. I have MA in TEFL and also TESOL. It has been couple of months that I started applying for jobs via
some websites but unfortunately the result wasn't that much good. There were some
offers with low salaries which didn't make my demands end. I wonder if
you help me to find a way to get the best chance of mine. Regards
I would try this website as well. They often have some excellent Jobs. www.ohayosensei.com/current-edition.html
Hey! Thank you for this video :) this channel will be great for me as I am going to have to tackle english teaching in Japan after I graduate. (Japanese Major) But I do believe that Aeon does not work with public schools, and they are their own eikaiwa.... I could be wrong though
Bit of a random tip, but you can really improve your audio in these videos. Get Audacity (it's free), then use the noise reduction to get rid of that mic hiss, and then also normalise and it will instantly sound way better.
Thanks for the heads up man!. That should actually be built already into adobe creative suite applications. I'll have a look.
I'm sure you could do it in Adobe Audition, but I just find it way easier and faster to do it in Audacity.
What is the level of Japanese that you need to know? I'm in college trying to learn the language but I want to get out there asap
I like the idea of being able to use teach English in Japan as a foot in the door... but i really don't think i would like it.. but part of me still wants to go for it.
I've always wanted to go and teach in Japan, my passion disappeared after I got married, but now have it rekindled.. just feel i'm too old.. (36) now. and married with a kid.. I know my husband supports me, but I doubt he would support me getting a job and moving to Japan.. i feel like my passion is just stuck between a rock and hard place.. :/ but I figured I'll learn the Japanese language .. learn to read and write it and see where i'm at in a year.. and hopefully have a better family support.
SassyMustang1980 Oh wow. I'm almost in EXACTLY the same position (exact same age, same situation, same thoughts - except I don't have any children). My husband is DEADSET against moving though, so I'm fighting an uphill battle. Would love to keep in touch if you're up for it! 💕
Fiona Kleinschmidt Sure thing.. you can can befriend me on FB if you want.. :) my name is Janine Shull, has a picture of one of my horses as a profile picture!! I downloaded an app yesterday and learning Hiragana right now.. :)
Life will find a way ;p
The same here SassyMustang1980 and also I am father of a lovely daughter.
You dont need to teach in japan. You should first start off by TRAVELING. Since you already have a family, shouldn't you spend time with your family? It is a bit irresponsible and selfish to get a job overseas and to leave your family... But, I mean, some people do this, but thats just... I think, the best option would be to travel/go on vacation, and to see japan once in a while. you dont have to live there. Because, you've already settled down, have a family. you have to pay for bills, childcare, and all that stuff...
Hard to say before I do it, but I'd prefer ALT so I can focus on other things like RUclips or whatever.
I am trading in my high salary eikaiwa job after being here over a year for an ALT position simply put for, freedom. You will be a slave for your company and depending on where you are, close to zero social life or friends (like my situation in the middle of nowhere). So I am choosing to take that salary cut for a way better life/work balance here.
Killer Kimsey - Work/life balance is most important!
Dave what are the most common jobs that foreigners hold in Japan other than jobs teaching English and/or in the field of education?
Lots of restaurant jobs.. recruitment for other companies. Quite a variety actually. Hosts.
that is a good job for Americans in japan
hahaha please can you send me the track you use for the background music. It really is so chilled.
Rhodesia. Free from the youtube music library.
Thanks Dave! I really enjoy watching your videos! Keep doing what you doing!
Thanks Dave! I really enjoy watching your videos! Keep doing what you doing!
when did you learn Japanese? My high school doesnt offer it and I don't know if they have it in college either. Im only fifteen, but I want to know as much as possible. And is it difficult to live there? Ugh its kind of stressing me out
Dominique E. Resources for you:
Grammar: Tae Kim's Grammar Guide/Genki/Japanese The Manga Way
Hiragana/katakana: Japanese Pod 101's videos on both topics
Kanji: KanjiDamage.com, Remembering The Kanji
Vocabulary: Anki, use shared anki decks such as core2k/6k
Hey Dave. How long it took you to get a job in Japan? I received my first 'no' from a Japanese company and was wandering how long a 'yes' will take come. PS. I'm not a native English speaker and never studied in the US
It took me about three months. And then I had to wait a year because I didn't have enough money saved to come over.
Dave, how would one find these direct hire positions? Once in Japan, where to look to encounter them?
Also, is it possible to find other positions than English teacher to work in Japan (probably not initially, but later on)? Will all of them require to be fluent in Japanese?
Thank you for your videos, they are great and very helpful.
You don't have to be fluent in Japanese but certainly having language ability is important. Many of the interviews for direct hire will conduct a portion of them in Japanese. You can find these positions on any of the major job posting sights like ohaiosensei.
DaveTrippin
Thank you for replying.
Ha, I have the same hoodie..... Uniqlo.
i m an indian
can i do engineering in japan ? nd how much u think it will cost?
You need to be fluent in Japanese if you want engineering work over there.
+TheDigitalPanther
Not necessarily, but long term yes. I've known someone who got and internship and job from abroad in a Japanese engineering company, but he had to start learning Japanese of course.
I don't know the details though...
Is japan the only country you have taught in?
It is yes.
All I know, is I want a place like Dave's. Screw the money and job. Stick me in a place like that and I'm good. :)
My pace comment was for drews tour . Somehow I jumped over here. Sorry.
Eikaiwa's you will not develop as a teacher (AT LEAST THE BIG COMPANY ONES). you literally just do the steps required and nothing else. (sure if you are a good teacher you can use your versatility because you have to teach all ages (literally ages 5 one second and age 50 the next). But close to zero lesson planning and looooooong hours. less freedom. If you value having a social life and freedom I don't recommend it, but if you want a great salary and a pretty easy way at saving with close to zero change in job setting, then go for it.
Killer Kimsey I think that if you apply yourself, you can definitely develop as teacher from any position you take. I've found that flexibility is one of the most important things you will ever learn from being in the EFL industry, and it has been vital to me while working in an Eikawa.
Lusitangled True (obviously) if you do anything over time you will get better. (You also have to look at my situation) I have been an Intl English teacher over five years in numerous countries. But in Japan I work for a huge chain Eikaiwa company in the absolute middle of nowhere. (So location and time schedule diff from the rest of society plays a big factor).
I enjoy "being different" and trying new methods and idea's in my classroom, especially with my older business students. But that only goes so far here in Japan, students like "the same" methods and approach, when you try being different then they get confused, and your company bosses will get angry you aren't "going by the book" . (Just my two cents from a big chain company eikaiwa teacher here in Japan more than just one year). On the bright side of Eikaiwa work, if you want to teach here for serious long term, then Eikaiwa setting is a good route because your job is not so much "on the chopping block" as long as your are bringing in students and generating numbers for the business in the location you are at.
by the way, you are so distractingly handsome ！！
all the websites you mentioned have the requirement that you need to be a native english speaker - why didn't you mention that? you just wasted 14 minutes of my life