Avrockx

Hi Guys, First of all let me start by thanking all of you for your great replies.Actually one thing I have learnt studying different cultures & then experiencing them on ground is that perceptions are not always bound to be true because everyone is entitled to their own opinion.Many of us sometimes do fall victim to stereotyping & Thai's are no different.Although there is a mindset among the employers to hire people with a lighter skin tone,blonds & blue eyes,it doesn't end here because this same mindset runs among the parents as well.How do I know that?Well who says rejections are not experiences anyway having said all that,I must say that teaching in my opinion is a very sacred profession & it should not be driven by a sense of self alone.Although everyone desires financial security but there are a group of people for whom transcendence needs are the priority.I personally do believe that if a person wants to achieve a goal then he should be willing to make an effort to reach there & I am doing just the same,all i require is to get on the right direction.I have met a few Pak/Indians teaching at well reputed schools so that means its not impossible.Another thing I have noticed is that there is a significant change between the people living in the metropolitan Bangkok & of those from the small towns & cities.I had the opportunity to travel North for an Interview at a school in Chiang Rai & I was completely blown away by their hospitality,whether it was the tuk tuk driver,the hotel staff or the faculty at that school.Even the expats that i ran into were much more friendly & helpful.

Hi,

Great to hear that. Should you still be interested in a job near Ubon Ratchahthani, please page me. Please see post in teaching forum. Seeking high school teacher for a school in Det Udom, which is about 100 km away from Ubon Ratchathani/ lower northeast, also called "Isaan."

Cheers-

Hi Sirchai,

Thank you for your reply,I appreciate it.I have sent you a pm,kindly inbox me your email so that i may send my resume & other credentials for you to pass on.

Best Regards

AV

Hello

I am also interested to know about some good agencies in Thailand who would assist Non Natives as well.

Hi Avrockx. I see you aren't getting too many responses. Probably because you are Pak and westerners are somewhat wary. But, then, the schools will probably be wary, also. It's probably best for you to come to Thailand and go around to schools in person and make applications that way. The schools all want native English speakers and some even list specific countries: UK, AUS, US, etc. If you've got a month or two, take a holiday in Bangkok and other cities. Again, I think people may be unfamiliar with Paks as English teachers. You'll need to market yourself a bit more. Question: did you study outside of Pak, such as UK or US?

Thanks for the reply jawnie.I find your comment quite amusing(in a good way) when you say that westerners might be skeptical in replying because of me being a Pakistani.People moving to a different part of the world have much important issues to deal with rather then being wary of each other.This is an hobby for those who have nothing better to do Now coming to your question..No i haven't!Actually I have been fortunate enough to go to ivy league schools back in Pakistan & trust me,they have very high standards.Students have to go through a rigorous routine to keep up,but I do get your point.A degree from an English speaking country would have made a difference.I have gone through a few Interviews & they went well.Apart from the English teaching position many of the employers asked me if i could make use of my skills in cross cultural management management as a co curricular activity at their school,so its another positive sign.

Hi Guys, First of all let me start by thanking all of you for your great replies.Actually one thing I have learnt studying different cultures & then experiencing them on ground is that perceptions are not always bound to be true because everyone is entitled to their own opinion.Many of us sometimes do fall victim to stereotyping & Thai's are no different.Although there is a mindset among the employers to hire people with a lighter skin tone,blonds & blue eyes,it doesn't end here because this same mindset runs among the parents as well.How do I know that?Well who says rejections are not experiences anyway having said all that,I must say that teaching in my opinion is a very sacred profession & it should not be driven by a sense of self alone.Although everyone desires financial security but there are a group of people for whom transcendence needs are the priority.I personally do believe that if a person wants to achieve a goal then he should be willing to make an effort to reach there & I am doing just the same,all i require is to get on the right direction.I have met a few Pak/Indians teaching at well reputed schools so that means its not impossible.Another thing I have noticed is that there is a significant change between the people living in the metropolitan Bangkok & of those from the small towns & cities.I had the opportunity to travel North for an Interview at a school in Chiang Rai & I was completely blown away by their hospitality,whether it was the tuk tuk driver,the hotel staff or the faculty at that school.Even the expats that i ran into were much more friendly & helpful.

I work in an international school in China currently and I work with 3 people from Pakistan. Most have masters in education or business. They are treated well and are excellent teachers. Thailand's schools are harder to get into just because more want to live and work in Thailand.

Zeichen can you share some info on the work situation there in china for Non natives,because i was told that the Non Natives had to go through a lot of hassle to get a work permit there in order for them to teach there.Thanks

Hello,

I have been going through the forums & this is by far the most relevant topic i could participate in,being a Pakistani national myself.I was reading some of the comments above & to some extent i do agree that majority of the Thai employers do prefer Caucasians over people who are a dark skinned or at least perceived to be,but on the other hand I do know about some people who are from Pak/India teaching in Thailand earning a decent living.Its all about being there at the right time having right connections.Nothing is written in stone here so its better to be optimistic,& of course reassurance is required sometimes cheers

Hello & Good Morning Thailand,

My name is AV & i am from Pakistan.I hold a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration & I have a TOEIC score of 890.I wanted to know what are the chances of me getting a teaching job here in Thailand? & it would be a huge help if someone could recommend a good teaching agency as well because being relatively new here,its not easy

Hello

I am also interested to know about some good agencies in Thailand who would assist Non Natives as well.