Peak Season for English Teachers

During the summer public schools are out of session. Taiwanese parents will often send their children to classes at private schools during this time. Schools open many new classes during this time, and there is a very high demand for native English-speaking teachers. Our teachers have at least 2 schools to choose from, usually more. All the schools we work with will provide teachers with their work visa ("visa school"). We take each teacher to multiple interviews, from which he/she can decide which school is the best fit for his/her needs and goals. This ensures that our teacher's salaries are competitive (because schools are competing for you). It also allows the teacher to get familiar with the environment, resources, and the staff before making the one-year commitment.

If you are interested in starting your year in Southern Taiwan during these peak-demand summer months (May, June, July, and August 2006), we are asking that you apply soon. We would like to conduct interviews for those interested by the end of April, 2006. Of course, we will be able to receive applications and conduct interviews during the summer months, but places may be limited.

For application information, see the Application Process page.

Our Services:

	We will greet you at the Kaohsiung International airport.
	You will be provided with temporary lodging either in our guest bedroom or our temporary teachers' apartment. There is an internet cafe nearby, giving you access to email.
	You will be taken to interviews at "visa schools" (the school that will provide your working permit for your year in Taiwan).
	We will help you arrange your transportation (shop for a scooter or motorcycle), and take you to your medical check.
	Once you choose the school you want to work with, we will get to work finding an appropriate apartment.
	During this time, we will be introducing you to the city, and letting you know about some rules of the road.
	You will have on-going support with tax and visa information throughout your stay in Taiwan.
	Schools' training programs vary, from no teacher training to paid training programs. If you choose a school that does not offer training, we help you with lessons plans, games, class observations, and classroom management through our training program and resources. The Mission Possible article will help you out as well.

Our services are free to each teacher. We receive a one-time commission from the school you choose, usually about one month after you have begun working there (and everyone involved knows it is a good fit.) Our teachers receive very competitive incomes. We do not get a 'cut' of the money that you make here.