Teachng English Abroad: Pros and Cons

Looking to move abroad soon? Living and working overseas as an English teacher will be challenging. One thing you can always count on: we will provide you with honest and upfront information so that you can make well-informed decisions. Find below the advantages and disadvantages of teaching abroad (specifically in China and Korea):

Advantages (Pro’s):

East Asia is currently recognized as one of the best places to teach abroad internationally
Have a job set up before you leave home
Great Salary, Low Cost of Living… save a lot of money, pay off loans, etc!
Free (or discounted) housing provided with contract (utilities excluded)
Renewal bonus or severance pay upon completion of contract
Paid vacation days
Korea: 50% Medical insurance and Pension
An extensive public transportation system (Subway / Bus / Train / Flight)
Travel opportunities: It’s cheap and easy to visit other Asian countries!
An opportunity to absorb a new culture, meet new people, and continue writing a great story
Life is easy! A cliché, yet so true.

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Disadvantages (Cons):

You may be the only foreigner at your school
You will experience culture shock for the first few months
You have to sign at least a one year contract
Students are cute, but they are just normal kids… you’ll want to pull out your hair at times…
East Asian philosophies of education are very different than they are in the Western world
You will get stared at. Relentlessly.
Pressure from parents – they want their kids to learn English!

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