If possible, interview your past supervisors and co-workers and ask them to tell you what they think you brought to the table, and how your work improved over time.5. Almost done! Enumerate your preferences and needs for cultural surroundings and daily environment.- Do you need all the comforts of the average American city at all times, are you ready to completely rough it, or ok with something in between?- What type of living space do you require? An apartment with electricity and running water? Or can you do without appliances, and indoor plumbing? Can you live in a temporary structure such as a tent?- Have you ever been camping before? If yes, for how long and how did you enjoy the experience?- Is having roommates ok? Do you want a private space? Need couples housing?- Do you enjoy exploring cultures different from your own? Are you willing to research, respect, and comply with the cultural norms of another culture? Does your willingness extend to only certain cultures? Which ones?- How much weight can you carry?- Are you in good health? Will a doctor approve your travel abroad?- Are you on a special diet?- Do you need any medications? Discount Rosetta Stone - Are you able to commit to a contract teaching job (usually 10 to 12 months, but occasionally there are shorter assignments)?- Do you have enough savings, personal contacts, access to resources, and guts to try freelance teaching/tutoring?At this point, you should have a more complete picture of who you are, a general degree of interest in English and language learning, what some of your personal tendencies are, and whether you need a more Westernized, urban location, are looking for an experience with a very specific group of people, or ok with most any situation. At the very least, you should know by now whether you know enough English, or like English enough to learn what you need to know to teach it; whether you are a natural public speaker, have enough guts to try being one, or want to stick to tutoring; and the extent of your inclination to explore and be a part of another culture.6. As a final exercise, rewrite the above responses into an essay that more succinctly addresses the following:- Who are you?- What do you have to offer in your ESL job?- What attracts you to teaching English abroad?- What do you think you will gain from the experience - the pros, the cons, and the degree of unknown? Do I believe the pros outweigh the cons and unknowns?Whew! You made it to the end. Where you go from here, is up to you. The world holds unlimited possibilities for employment, and teaching ESL abroad is one of myriad niche. I guess the ultimate question is then, is this the best niche for you?



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