Hello,
I'm researching into living and working in Saudi Arabia as may try and move here next September and am in need of some good advice
I'm British, female, mid-twenties and would be looking to move here and teach English. I have a BA, a trinity cert TESOL and 3years teaching experience in Czech Republic, plus experience working in secondary schools, higher education and teaching swimming to juniors.
I'm looking to study when I return to England and am hoping to save some money for the fees whilst in Saudi Arabia and whilst discovering a new culture. I'm just wondering if this is a realistic expectation? Also any help and advice on any of the following points would really help:
- good schools/ employers to work for? (or ones to avoid!)
- what to expect accommodation-wise?
-are there many jobs for female teachers?
- good places to live and work?
- is it possible to integrate into the community as a single female?
- how does the exit visa work?
- to what extent/ how can a female travel from place to place?
- any other points you think I should be considering!
I know the differences will be huge, but I think I am quite adaptable, respectful and considered so hopefully this would be enough? It's difficult to get to what life is really like on the Internet so thought I'd ask...balanced replies would be really helpful.
Thank you!
Kate