In your situation, I'd cringe doing it, but I would speak to the school. I would be very honest about the financial situation and explain that you just couldn't have foreseen what has happened. Tell them you want to leave and give them the notice now, rather than waiting until the holidays. Although you say you want to stay, everything about your post says you want to leave.
Also, I'm not sure why you're ruling out international teaching. You could earn a lot more in other countries if you are as desirable a candidate as you make out. And if I had a dollar for every teacher who returned to their home country swearing 'this is it', only to get back and realise that the weather / family / culture really isn't as appealing as remembered before bailing out again, well...I wouldn't need to work!
Ultimately, life is short and if you spend time stressing and not following something that you can love, I don't think it's worth it. You might be surprised at how easily the school replaces you, and if they turn nasty that's kind of their problem. For so short a period abroad, you could just put it down as 'travel' on your CV. Although the international community isn't humongous, there are enough schools where your director won't have any pull, influence or reach and ultimately - if you are honest throughout - you can hold up your head and explain this to any future employer.
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- Tue Dec 02, 2014 7:48 pm
- Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
- Topic: Stay or Go?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 10653
- Tue Dec 02, 2014 5:45 am
- Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
- Topic: What is your "DREAM" job ???
- Replies: 4
- Views: 6854
Re: What is your "DREAM" job ???
A place where I'm trusted, where initiatives are planned with a clear timeline for implementation and evaluation, and where I can diversify year on year and be continually creative. With sun.
- Thu Nov 27, 2014 9:30 pm
- Forum: Forum 2. Ask Recruiting Questions, Share Information. What's on Your Mind?
- Topic: GEMS schools Dubai
- Replies: 16
- Views: 51496
Re: GEMS schools Dubai
I also had a (personal) friend who was offered a job at GEMS Dubai - handed in notice, packed up, shipped out...and then the contract was pulled. Absolute nightmare for him.
I would avoid at all costs any of the GEMS institutes, but if you know someone you trust who is happy at one and hears no such goings-on where they are, go for it.
I would avoid at all costs any of the GEMS institutes, but if you know someone you trust who is happy at one and hears no such goings-on where they are, go for it.
- Thu Nov 27, 2014 9:27 pm
- Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
- Topic: I-PGCE
- Replies: 7
- Views: 11625
Re: I-PGCE
Nemo may be referring to the assessment-only route to QTS which is probably worth looking into if you have the experience.
I know people in both Thailand and Malaysia with the PGCEi/iPGCE. At least one of them is at a (almost unanimously agreed) top tier school and others are in 'good' (at least Tier 2) schools. That's not massively surprising as it is schools who have a reputation to defend that will want their teachers certified.
By the way, there are schools abroad where you can do the UK PGCE, but they are rare and must be Ofsted approved.
I know people in both Thailand and Malaysia with the PGCEi/iPGCE. At least one of them is at a (almost unanimously agreed) top tier school and others are in 'good' (at least Tier 2) schools. That's not massively surprising as it is schools who have a reputation to defend that will want their teachers certified.
By the way, there are schools abroad where you can do the UK PGCE, but they are rare and must be Ofsted approved.
- Wed Nov 26, 2014 7:35 am
- Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
- Topic: I-PGCE
- Replies: 7
- Views: 11625
Re: I-PGCE
It'll be up to the individual schools to assess, but when most see 'PGCE' that's enough, especially if you are just doing it for a name tag and have the experience and knowledge to back it up. Even in the UK, it's the heads discretion whether to hire you or not and where to place you on the payscale, so if it ever came to it you could argue your case. I've seen it done.
I also know people who have been hired and then they've done the PGCEi / iPGCE afterwards. It has simply been an exercise in looking the part from what I could tell. Not to say it's pointless - I've heard it opens your eyes to theory but the one without practice wouldn't be suitable if you didn't have significant experience in the classroom.
If money is no object, you can qualify through the US / Oz too completely online.
I also know people who have been hired and then they've done the PGCEi / iPGCE afterwards. It has simply been an exercise in looking the part from what I could tell. Not to say it's pointless - I've heard it opens your eyes to theory but the one without practice wouldn't be suitable if you didn't have significant experience in the classroom.
If money is no object, you can qualify through the US / Oz too completely online.
- Sun Nov 23, 2014 10:49 pm
- Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
- Topic: Vientiane International School, Laos
- Replies: 4
- Views: 6744
Re: Vientiane International School, Laos
How is it linked to UN?
- Sun Nov 02, 2014 1:06 am
- Forum: Forum 2. Ask Recruiting Questions, Share Information. What's on Your Mind?
- Topic: Getting a job
- Replies: 9
- Views: 18096
Re: Getting a job
We have more than one tuition waver and never had a problem. In fact, in all the schools in my city, I know people with 2+ children, sometimes with and sometimes without a teaching spouse. A good school will take you if you are the best person for the job, regardless of the number of children. I have had this in writing from at least a couple of top schools so I am sure it's true - not for all, but enough to make it worth pursuing your dream.
- Fri Oct 31, 2014 12:15 am
- Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
- Topic: Leaving Behind Good Childcare
- Replies: 12
- Views: 23060
Re: Leaving Behind Good Childcare
Congratulations! Glad it worked out for you.
- Thu Oct 30, 2014 3:15 am
- Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
- Topic: American International School Lusaka
- Replies: 2
- Views: 5266
Re: American International School Lusaka
Would it be possible to live on one salary in Lusaka for a family with 3 kids? What are the chances of trailing spouse teachers picking up work once there? The greatest challenges?
- Tue Oct 28, 2014 2:12 am
- Forum: Forum 2. Ask Recruiting Questions, Share Information. What's on Your Mind?
- Topic: Getting a job
- Replies: 9
- Views: 18096
Re: Getting a job
You'll get noticed with a great cover letter and CV. You can apply through agencies or direct - I personally prefer the latter.
I've met plenty of people on the international circuit with your profile.
Good luck!
I've met plenty of people on the international circuit with your profile.
Good luck!
- Mon Oct 27, 2014 6:54 am
- Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
- Topic: Schools/countries to look to or avoid if you're a minority
- Replies: 9
- Views: 20776
Re: Schools/countries to look to or avoid if you're a minori
I know that at least some schools in Thailand won't hire you if you're not white. But there are others that will. Have a look on a school's website to check their staff pics and you'll soon see if they hire non-Caucasians. I know from personal experience that Thais can be quite racist against dark skin but never to your face (unless you understand Thai and then you hear it all unfortunately.)
I wouldn't avoid Japan.
Malaysia is a very diverse country ethnicity-wise so you'd blend in without too much trouble.
Just be aware that in some countries you will be stared at, but not necessarily in a nasty way.
Bottom line - if you like the look of a school/country, give it a go!
I wouldn't avoid Japan.
Malaysia is a very diverse country ethnicity-wise so you'd blend in without too much trouble.
Just be aware that in some countries you will be stared at, but not necessarily in a nasty way.
Bottom line - if you like the look of a school/country, give it a go!
- Mon Oct 27, 2014 2:51 am
- Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
- Topic: FIS/ISKL/UNIS-when do they ask teachers if they are leaving?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 4289
Re: FIS/ISKL/UNIS-when do they ask teachers if they are leav
Thanks. Very helpful indeed.
- Sun Oct 26, 2014 10:35 pm
- Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
- Topic: FIS/ISKL/UNIS-when do they ask teachers if they are leaving?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 4289
FIS/ISKL/UNIS-when do they ask teachers if they are leaving?
Does anyone work at these specific schools in Germany / Malaysia / Vietnam who could indicate when they have to hand in their notice i.e. when do these schools know people are leaving?
Thanks.
Thanks.
- Wed Oct 22, 2014 9:36 pm
- Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
- Topic: Vientiane International School
- Replies: 7
- Views: 9890
Re: Vientiane International School
Is it possible to sort childcare for pre-schoolers easily in Vientiane?
- Fri Oct 17, 2014 3:58 pm
- Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
- Topic: Japan
- Replies: 3
- Views: 5424
Japan
Where might be a good not-for-profit to aim for with a family? We don't want to be squashed into a tiny apartment so does that rule Tokyo out completely? Any tips and advice much appreciated.