[quote="bilinguallearner"]Take a look at the International Schools in Bolivia- I taught at one a few years ago and had a blast. I think most of them are hiring and I found my job at the AASSA fair.

Good luck!

Check out my latest post on a fellow Gen X'er surviving the Mozambican Civil War and my unexpected visit with her @ www.bilinguallearner.com[/quote]

Thank you I will canvas all schools! Also have to make it to AASSA!

Hello all.

Does any one have any knowledge of this school? Culture and how it is for expat kids?

I would also like to know about this school. The reviews on ISR are a bit scary... Does anyone have any knowledge of this school?

Jobs are still out there - see if you can get one of the recruiters on Skype to further discuss the position. However, don't get too down if you don't get an offer![/quote]

Shadow you are always positive and give solid advice. This has helped me keep my spirits up! Thank you for your optimism.

[quote="PsyGuy"]@PsychBean

You are not a psychologist outside the USA or your home country. Your "license" is no more valid outside the country as it is in another state. Unless you specifically apply for a license to practice in that country and qualify then your not a licensed practitioner.

Outside the USA the distinction between psychologist and counselor can lose any meaning, and being a counselor makes you more marketable. I dont know what your training program consisted of, mine included coursework in career counseling, which is highly applicable to college counseling and advising. Your possible familiarity with psychometrics such as the Strong Interest Inventory would additionally be highly relevant to a college advising counselor.[/quote]

You obviously don't know what the hell you are talking about! Are certified teachers not certified teachers working outside the states????? I am a School Psychologist where ever I go Mr. Know it all! Which is why they ask for proof of my credentials and proof that I can do what they require of a School Psychologist. I am not a college counselor however I provide therapy. I will not apply for a job in which I am NOT qualified nor have any desire to do. Do yourself a favor and not respond to my posts. I am truly not interested in your rhetoric! Thank you very much.

[quote="mamanaia"]I only saw the posting, didn't look at reviews. Hope it works out for you.[/quote]


I looked at reviews on ISR not Tie. I hope it works out for me as we'll. thanks for the positive well wishes!

[quote="mamanaia"]PsychBean, did you see the posting for Bolivia on Tieonline?[/quote]

Yes Mama I did. Then I read the reviews on tie online and was very afraid! Also it pays something like 16-19k.....

Does anyone have first hand experience in Bolivia?

[quote="calciodirigore"]I worked in Latin America for over 10 years and studied at 2 international schools there as well. I was the child of a board member at one of these schools. I've visited 20+ schools in the region on PD and sports trips. I met perhaps one expat staff member in my experience who was fully bilingual and do not know of a single one of these schools that hire teachers who were specifically bilingual. Quite a few of the teachers spoke a bit of Spanish and many others learned the language while in LA.

I've met many expat as well as bilingual locals working as school psychologists.[/quote]

So if I understand you correctly... And I'm not sure I do. You mean don't get my hopes down??

[quote="nikkor"]Hi PsychBean,

Have you considered going the private practice route? I heard 2nd hand of someone in Taipei who makes 15K USD/month (not a typo) doing psycho/educational evals and therapy.

In the large SEA city I am in, there are 6mo+ waits to see a child psych. We push to get kids tested at the beginning of August, and they can't even see someone until well after spring break. I'm talking about professionals who can administer a mix of WISC IV, WIAT III, BASC II, and Conners III and appropriate achievement tests.

If that is your area of expertise, maybe you don't need to work for a school after all. I would guess that there is a similar need in S/C American countries as well.


Actually all the tests you have mentioned I currently administer and then some. People typically don't know the names... Are you a school psychologist?? There's a waiting list in ME for outside agencies also. But in my current country I can not go private would need Kuwaiti sponsor.

How would I go about private route in south or Central America?? Also need to consider my child traveling with? Thanks for great option!

[quote="chilagringa"]From what I have experienced (correct me if I'm wrong) at even the top international schools in many Latin American countries the majority of students are local or from other Latin American countries. That's why they prefer to hire bilingual people or locals for many specialist positions.

Guatemala is a great place to learn to speak Spanish, if that's something you are interested in. Very cheap and of high quality, and since it's 1 on 1 you can learn fast. I would recommend that for 6 weeks or so as your first step towards becoming more proficient.[/quote]

Thank you I will consider Guatemala.

Once again you don't listen. Why would I market myself as a college counselor when I am a Psychologist???? That makes no sense. I do not desire to work in a position that I am not qualified for nor would I apply for such. I apply to American schools first then bilingual.

Anyway if anyone has helpful advice I welcome it. Thank you all.

[quote="Cee13"]I started teaching in the US right after I graduated college. This is my 15th year in the classroom and I'm 37. Next year will be my first year teaching internationally as I've accepted a position in South America. Oh, and I don't speak Spanish 😱yet...[/quote]

I am quite excited with you Cee. I am trying to get to South or Central America also... But since I don't speak spanish yet either I didn't get a desired position. Does your school hire many non-bilingual staff? Did you get this job at AASSA?

Hope I am not hijacking thread just curious.

Did you live like a king or did you just feel like a king because of your location??? In any event I don't have any offers big or small in CA or SA so nothing to really ponder on... Just hoping and wishing at this point. Thank you all for your input though :-)

Yes I'd love to go, but I need to make some coins also. :-).

Hmmm no never taught and being a specialist I don't need all of the IB, PYP ABC's certs. I can just test and counsel anywhere no matter what the school designation. I am a Psychologist and can work as a counselor if I had to just to get to where I wanted..... But, yes I am limited as not all schools have a SP or there is only one or 2 on deck and most don't leave.

I am happy you are excited about Asia, I am sure it will be an awesome experience for you and your wife. All the best to you both.