seykota

This advertisement is currently on davescafe.com, they offer a " verified degree" in English to applicants without a degree. Personally, I find this a little questionable (risky), however it maybe legitimate.

Full-Time Teaching in Thailand

Posted By: APEC English <[email protected]>

Date: Wednesday, 4 April 2007, at 10:37 a.m.

Are you looking to Live and Work in Thailand?

We are looking for qualified English Teachers for many positions in Thailand. The positions are available in and outside Bangkok.

Jobs are available in:-

• The North of Thailand which is surrounded with pristine natural resources of mountains, waterfalls, and other nature-based tourist attractions.

• The East of Thailand which integrates the delights of beach resorts, city-like dining, shopping and night entertainment facilities with assorted hotels, thousands of shops, restaurants and bars.

• The Northeast of Thailand which has fascinating traditions, charming hospitality, splendid natural scenery and awesome historical sites.

• The South of Thailand which includes breathtaking islands and beautiful beaches along the coast as well as awe-inspiring inland limestone- topped mountains.

• Bangkok is a modern, exciting and sophisticated international city. Bangkok offers visitors the opportunity to experience fascinating glimpses of Thailand's gentle the bustle of a great and dynamic metropolis.

All the positions offer you monthly salary between 30,000 ¡V 33,000 baht/month. Plus Travel Insurance. Plus the bonus that you may choose between 8,000-10,000 baht, or a package trip to go to Phuket, or Chiangmai for 3 days 2 nights when you complete the contract. The contract duration is between 10-12 months. Teachers will be assisted with the Work Permit and Teacher License. Curriculum provided.

Apply now! ¡¥Live the Dream¡¨ and Work in Thailand. Work permit, Bonus, Insurance provided.

No Degree? APEC University will award suitable Native English Speakers a verified Bachelor of Arts (major in English). Apply for details. Please send your resume/ CV or please feel free to contact us for further information.

Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

Phone: 085-121-9635 (Ms. Nutt), 081-421-0500 (Ms. Thee),

089-137-6139 (Mr. George)

www.apecenglish.com

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Those speeds are all plenty for skype which really only needs 64kbps or so (solid), could ping be the problem - bandwidth is one thing but the speed of the packet reaching its destination is something different.

Ben@H3 you mention that 64kbps or so is all that is required for skype, I assume this is voice calls, but what (solid)speed do you think is required for a video & voice call ?

seykota

We are in the process of preparing our farm for growing sugar cane as a refinery has recently set up a collection depot in our town. Our farm is about 60 rai and my brother in law has about 25 rai very close to us. We are thinking that as this year will be a drought year, it would be better if we only grow a small crop as a trial and to provide "sets" for next year.

I am not from a farming background but, like many others, I am trying to learn (slowly and patiently). My Thai family are "traditional" farmers, therefore I try to tackfully introduce some "up to date" techniques for our mutual benefit. They have been attending meetings held by government agricultural advisers but as my level of Thai/Lao is limited at best, I am hoping some of my fellow expats (Maizefarmer......) can provide some advice.

We are in Nong Bua Lamphu province, Amphur Naklang.

Regards

Pete

The Korean Government requires transcripts sent directly from the university, these must be in unopened envelopes with the university's seal or stamp across the envelope seal. All legitimate universities have a web site and have a section for alumni to apply for their official transcript. This usually involves printing the application form, filling it out and signing it (plus your credit card details forn the appropriate fee).

Most universities advise a 5 day "processing" period, so add the time in the postal service, the transcript should arrive within 2 weeks. In Korea the transcript is ususlly sent directly to the school, university, academy etc and then taken to the goverment department with the other requirements for example passport, degree or certified copy. If a certified copy is used, the certification must be made by a Korean Consulate only.

The main differences between the Korean and Thai situatons are that most foreign teachers working in Korea do not have any form of TESOL/TESL qualification and the pay is substantially more with accomodation is provided in Korea. It is true that the cost of living is higher but not nearly by the same percentage as the pay difference.

However, the quality of life in Thailand compared to Korea is a "no brainer" , beaurcratic hassles aside, Thailand is a far better place to live.

Warm regards

By the way, we have 3 vacancies on the Southern Coast available (2 are at the same school), if anyone would like some specific information please let me know.

[email protected]

Mayacan: I love what you wrote. I definitely agree of what you said. Particularly on embracing new cultures and trying to immerse ourselves in the daily lives of the people that we live with. I think, with that attitude brings so much our understanding of the world and even of ourselves.

Seykota: I am just curious, do you have Asian teachers there as well? I know a few in Japan and one in Seoul. But what is the market for Asian teachers in S. Korea?

Buki

The Korean Government only grants E2 (Teaching) visas to passport holders from the recognised English speaking countries plus my boss tells me that if an applicant looks anything but "white", no matter what passport they hold, the answer is no. Unpleasant but true.

Another interesting point is the age factor, although the forums are full of " no-one over 40 years of age" plava, the fact is the good schools want good teachers. I would say it's more like no-one over 55 years. Infact, an Aussie from Ban Phe who's 53 years old was snapped up a few weeks ago.

Seykota

I read many horror stories on davescafe.com about teaching in Korea before we (my Thai wife & our 2 year old son) came here but I took them with the proverbial “grain of salt” because I had also read plenty of horror stories about teaching in Thailand. I’m quite content with teaching here, I’ve never had a job of any kind that did not have some bad points.

As I mentioned in my original post, the accommodation is rent-free though I negotiated with my school so we could have a larger apartment. I agreed to being paid only half the end of year bonus, which is 1 month’s salary = 80,000 Baht, for a 2 bedroom apartment.

We save between 45-50,000 Baht per month from the 80,000 Baht salary, admittedly, we don’t go to restaurants or bars but we do eat well and drink some beer at home. We have 2 English movie channels, BBC, Star Sports, National Geographic, a couple of kids channels on our cable TV package, which costs 200 Baht per month. If we wanted to pay about 800 Baht per month we could have a greater selection, however we are happy with the cheaper package. We will use these cable TV savings to buy a satellite dish system when we return to our house/farm in Thailand. The cost of living is definitely more here than Thailand but it’s nowhere near as expensive as Japan, if you’re a party animal you’re not going to save money anywhere.

I’m left to prepare my lessons and I must say I don’t spend a great amount of time doing it, my foreign teacher predecessors didn’t spend ANY time so my boss is happy. I ‘m the only foreign teacher at this school and I have my own office, classroom, wireless Internet……..

I’m in contact with a couple of other teachers that came here after we finished our TESOL course in Thailand and they don’t have any ‘horror stories’ either.

Maybe we are just plain lucky? Maybe there are a lot of whingers who write on the ESL forums?

I’m happy to answer any specific questions.

Regards

expatpete

Samran, many thanks for the information.

Regards

Pete

I wish to apply for an Australian Passport for my son (2 1/2 years old). He has a Thai Birth Certificate & that has been translated into English as required (he has a Thai passport). I have read on the Aust Passport site that we need to include proof of his Australian Citizenship;

APPLICANTS BORN OVERSEAS

If the child does not have an Australian birth certificate, you will need to provide the child’s full overseas birth certificate (with an English translation if in a foreign language) and proof of the child’s Australian citizenship.

An Australian citizenship certificate OR Extract from the register of citizenship by descent OR

Extract from the register of Australian births abroad

I have searched the Australian Embassy (Bangkok) site but can't find any mention of this register. My wife, son and I are in Korea at present, thus a trip to the Bangkok Embassy is not possible. We plan to visit Australia for a week at Christmas and it would be a tad easier if he had an Aussie passport rather than his Thai passport.

Any information would be appreciated.

Pete

After teaching in Thailand for several years, I came to Korea with my wife (Thai) and our 2 year old son. We will definitely be returning to live in our house in Issan but not for two or three years because we are saving more each month than my monthly salary in Thailand (our two bedroom apartment, 3 mins from the beach, is rent free). My school is part of a network and I have been asked to find some teachers; the schools will pay your airfare to Korea from Thailand, pick you up at the airport... I have set out the basic details below and I can e-mail a copy of the contract, if requested. There are positions in Cheong Ju City (1 1/2 Hours from Seoul), Chuncheon City and Hwacheon City available at present.

New teachers are welcome to apply for these positions at small English Language schools. We can provide training and orientation at our school on Jeju Island prior to you starting your contract, if you wish.

We provide accommodation, flights and all costs associated with getting your E2 visa. The classes are small and the kids are great.

Qualifications

• Native English speaker with 3 or 4 year University degree

(your transcript must sealed in an envelope by your university)

• A valid passport from the USA, Canada, Australia. UK. New Zealand or Ireland.

Working Conditions

• Working Hours: 25 hours per week (Mon to Fri)

• NO Split shifts

Benefits

• 2.0 million won a month

• All national holidays and 7 days of paid vacation

• Medical insurance is 50% paid by the school

• Air fare provided

• Single apartment furnitured rent-free (eg. Not Shared)

Please contact Pete for further information

E-mail : [email protected]

Phone: 82 64 723 8877

Mobile: 82-102 893 8212

Many thanks for your assistance, I will continue with the "O" visa.

Pete

Hi, I have searched the forum but cannot find an answer.

My "O" (husband) visa is due for extension in February. When I originally applied & was granted the visa I was not working and the Immigration Department deemed my financial status etc as sufficient. I'm now working at an international school therefore I have a work permit.

Do you think I should remain on the "O" visa or let the school handle everything eg change to a "B" visa? I intend to continue working for several years atleast, probably at this school.

The school does not mind if I remain on an "O" visa but I 'm unsure if the school admin staff can submit the required paperwork & extension application or will my wife & I need to go to the Immigration office in person?

Basically, what are the pro's & con's?

Thanks Pete

Please give info on requirments in regards to quals and also info on work permit etc.

Thanks!

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The Admin Manager's name is Khun Prawit.

A degree is required (TEFL preferred) and a work permit is provided. 1 weeks paid holiday per year. The contract is 12 months. No health insurance is provided.

I am sorry there was insufficent information.

The English Language Centre where I work, is looking for another Native English speaking teacher. This is a good gig, as you are only required to be at the centre for the lessons you teach eg no sitting around twiddling your thumbs.

28,000 - 30,000 baht per month for max 100 hours per month. Students range from beginner to advanced levels. The Thai employers are very good to work with and appreciate the teachers input re: curriculum, books etc.

Send me a message if you wish or call the Admin Manager direct, his name is Khun F

019640762

Hi, we flew with them Tuesday & Wednesday [to & from Udon Thani @ 300 baht plus tax each way] no problems with net payment, checkin or flight.

My only gripe is the stewards did not throttle the 2 passengers whose mobile phones rang while landing!!

On a previous Qantas flight, a steward was very straight forward with a passenger who had not switched off their mobile.

pete

Hi Gone north, we are going to Laos tomorrow to apply for an 'O' visa. I have received information from Dr P & will follow to the letter, will keep you informed.

pete

Thanks Dr, do you know what the embassy requires to confirm your income? eg Australian. No worries about visa just the requirements for the monthly income by the australian embassy. Purchased a ute the other day so bank account a tad short of the 200k at present.

ta pete

Hi Dr. , what documents do the Oz embassy require RE income eg ATO, letter from employer, bank transfer statements?

Thanks Pete

Hi, I am no closer but the same strategy may work =

My wife (Thai) put word out that we would pay 1000 Baht finders fee. Punters went door knocking asking if the car out front was for sale.

Plenty to choose from.

Pete

Hi Dr. I have been commuting from Oz, therefore tourist visa (30 day) usually with 1 trip across the Friendship brige each visit. I am here to stay so will take Nan & the boys to the Thai embassy in Vietianne next week for a Non Immigrant "o", I have taken note, from previous post I found, of the required docs.

again many thanks, pete

Hi, sorry but I did try the search function.

My Thai wife & I live in the North East Thailand & we have a 5 month old baby, I am adopting our sons 8yrs & 12 yrs (from her 1st marriage).

I have an annual income of more than 800,000 baht paid fortnightly into a Thai bank from an Australian bank account.

I am 44 years old & do not work.

Can I get any "longer term" visa eg 12 month renewable?

I have read the applicable section but it says I must provide a work permit with application? I do not work, though I do spend considerable time on the internet financial market sites........

Any suggestions would be appreciated.

ta Pete

Hi, personally I believe the AUD does have potential to move towards 0.80, however I am also very happy to be getting around 29 baht (after Visa card conversion fee) at present. Transfer some of your AUD now & be ready to move more on a regular basis (Dollar Cost Averaging).

Easiest mistake is to attempt to I.D. tops & bottoms.

2nd point, bad idea. Get your Aussie into Baht in Thailand & be happy.

pete

I have taken my Thai wife & our kids to Laos & only the ID card was required. No problems.

Thais can not travel outside the metro area.

Our experience anyway.

pete

Hi Rocket, we live in Kokkor. 22 kms toward Loei from Nong Bua. Only know of 1 other farang around here, a german who owns a 'resort', I have only seen him once.

I have a small but growing collection of english language novels if you are interested.

regards pete

My grandfather was a baptist missionary in India for over 40 years. He sent my father to boarding school in Australia from the age of 8 yrs, my father saw him (& his mother) for a total of 36 days after that.

Just before his death my father told us (his chilren) of the 'Family secret" [read: disgrace] my grandfather not only molested Indian kids in his mission but some of his grand children as well.

I am highly thankful that I was born after the disgusting bastard died.

pete