Sudz
Canadian expat in Vietnam
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Ho Chi Minh City
Registration: 07 March 2013
I am considering coming to Turkey to teach by Marina Urrutia
Hello All,I am a U.S. citizen with an M.A. in TESOL (teaching English). I have 25+ years of experience teaching in Intensive English Programs at the university level. I have also done a lot of teacher training, mostly teaching methodology, including ...
Hey! Just wondering if you have heard anything. I've been in touch with a few people who have worked in this program - 2 were fairly positive, and the other quite negative. Read More
Moving to Istanbul on a 50,000 lira (gross) salary. by Sudz
I'm wondering if this is decent for a single guy? I'm currently at a busy, but reasonably comfortable job here in Japan, but have been offered a university teaching position in Istanbul. I am not going there for the sole purpose of money (more for ...
@globalenglish well my work permit conformity certificate was approved by YOK, so I guess my qualifications were fine (in case you're interested) Read More
Revisiting topic : moving to Istanbul on my salary (post election)
I posted about this over a month ago so I apologize for a bit of a repeat post. I was planning on coming to Istanbul on a gross salary of 50,000 from the end of the August. This sounded fairly doable by most people's standards (as a single ... Read More
Moving to Istanbul on a 50,000 lira (gross) salary. by Sudz
I'm wondering if this is decent for a single guy? I'm currently at a busy, but reasonably comfortable job here in Japan, but have been offered a university teaching position in Istanbul. I am not going there for the sole purpose of money (more for ...
@globalenglish Yeah I'm honestly not sure! I have sent the requested documents, along with a signed contract, but also emphasized that I was a bit concerned about the probability of success regarding the work visa application. I heard from another ... Read More
Moving to Istanbul on a 50,000 lira (gross) salary. by Sudz
I'm wondering if this is decent for a single guy? I'm currently at a busy, but reasonably comfortable job here in Japan, but have been offered a university teaching position in Istanbul. I am not going there for the sole purpose of money (more for ...
I don't have a BA, but do have a quite a bit of related experience. It's through the ELC (English Language Center) so perhaps it's not as esteemed as many of their other departments.. They seemed interested in my experience with curriculum ... Read More
Moving to Istanbul on a 50,000 lira (gross) salary. by Sudz
I'm wondering if this is decent for a single guy? I'm currently at a busy, but reasonably comfortable job here in Japan, but have been offered a university teaching position in Istanbul. I am not going there for the sole purpose of money (more for ...
@globalenglish I have an MA TESOL, and the job is related to teaching English as a second language, so it's directly related. However, I do not have a BA (which I thought might have an impact on the work visa application....or not, it can depend on ... Read More
Moving to Istanbul on a 50,000 lira (gross) salary. by Sudz
I'm wondering if this is decent for a single guy? I'm currently at a busy, but reasonably comfortable job here in Japan, but have been offered a university teaching position in Istanbul. I am not going there for the sole purpose of money (more for ...
@globalenglish One concern I have had is my MA route - I was able to enter based on teaching experience, and not on a BA (which I lack). I told them this before the interview, and they told me it was alright to proceed, so maybe it's fine (though I ... Read More
Moving to Istanbul on a 50,000 lira (gross) salary. by Sudz
I'm wondering if this is decent for a single guy? I'm currently at a busy, but reasonably comfortable job here in Japan, but have been offered a university teaching position in Istanbul. I am not going there for the sole purpose of money (more for ...
@globalenglish That's really good to know. Hopefully they still want to carry out their offer after all of the questions/concerns I have sent them : ) Read More
Moving to Istanbul on a 50,000 lira (gross) salary. by Sudz
I'm wondering if this is decent for a single guy? I'm currently at a busy, but reasonably comfortable job here in Japan, but have been offered a university teaching position in Istanbul. I am not going there for the sole purpose of money (more for ...
Okay thank you for that - that is encouraging to hear. Honestly my one big hesitation has been the potential of not getting a work visa for whatever reason - perhaps the reliability of the employer makes a difference. I will check out your blog, ... Read More
Moving to Istanbul on a 50,000 lira (gross) salary. by Sudz
I'm wondering if this is decent for a single guy? I'm currently at a busy, but reasonably comfortable job here in Japan, but have been offered a university teaching position in Istanbul. I am not going there for the sole purpose of money (more for ...
@globalenglish Yeah rent prices look quite a bit higher than I had expected. As I'm going more for the experience than the savings, I don't mind paying a bit more (though would still ideally like to save, even if only a little bit). Some have ... Read More
Moving to Istanbul on a 50,000 lira (gross) salary. by Sudz
I'm wondering if this is decent for a single guy? I'm currently at a busy, but reasonably comfortable job here in Japan, but have been offered a university teaching position in Istanbul. I am not going there for the sole purpose of money (more for ...
@globalenglish Thanks for your reply! That does sound encouraging. I know that Istanbul has some issues (perhaps more severe ones in recent years) but I based on the week or so I spent there I really do think I would potentially like it. My one ... Read More
Moving to Istanbul on a 50,000 lira (gross) salary. by Sudz
I'm wondering if this is decent for a single guy? I'm currently at a busy, but reasonably comfortable job here in Japan, but have been offered a university teaching position in Istanbul. I am not going there for the sole purpose of money (more for ...
@jillrthomas Also, did they provide any reason why the work permit was denied? Read More
Moving to Istanbul on a 50,000 lira (gross) salary. by Sudz
I'm wondering if this is decent for a single guy? I'm currently at a busy, but reasonably comfortable job here in Japan, but have been offered a university teaching position in Istanbul. I am not going there for the sole purpose of money (more for ...
@jillrthomas This is pretty much my main concern. I have sent an email to the school trying to get some clarification on the subject. Read More
Moving to Istanbul on a 50,000 lira (gross) salary. by Sudz
I'm wondering if this is decent for a single guy? I'm currently at a busy, but reasonably comfortable job here in Japan, but have been offered a university teaching position in Istanbul. I am not going there for the sole purpose of money (more for ...
@globalenglish If you have any other insight, I'd love to hear it. Read More
Moving to Istanbul on a 50,000 lira (gross) salary. by Sudz
I'm wondering if this is decent for a single guy? I'm currently at a busy, but reasonably comfortable job here in Japan, but have been offered a university teaching position in Istanbul. I am not going there for the sole purpose of money (more for ...
@globalenglish Hey, it's Koc University - waaaay out of the way I know. Read More
Moving to Istanbul on a 50,000 lira (gross) salary. by Sudz
I'm wondering if this is decent for a single guy? I'm currently at a busy, but reasonably comfortable job here in Japan, but have been offered a university teaching position in Istanbul. I am not going there for the sole purpose of money (more for ...
@lldd11 That is encouraging, thanks for you response. I am not an extravagant spender at all - though I do like to travel, which I would say is a luxury expense. I would ideally like a decent apartment, but outside of that I'm not really much of a ... Read More
Moving to Istanbul on a 50,000 lira (gross) salary. by Sudz
I'm wondering if this is decent for a single guy? I'm currently at a busy, but reasonably comfortable job here in Japan, but have been offered a university teaching position in Istanbul. I am not going there for the sole purpose of money (more for ...
@dncole4156 Thank you for your reply Dennis. Sounds like you are doing well there - I will have to research that particular town. I have visited Turkey (only Istanbul and Cappadocia) but I really enjoyed my limited time there. I definitely want ... Read More
Moving to Istanbul on a 50,000 lira (gross) salary.
I'm wondering if this is decent for a single guy? I'm currently at a busy, but reasonably comfortable job here in Japan, but have been offered a university teaching position in Istanbul. I am not going there for the sole purpose of money (more for ... Read More
Brainworks Total Learning Academy by LaraGF
Hi All, I was wondering if anyone had heard of / know of the Brainworks Total learning Academcy? I am currently in talks with the HR guy and wanted to know a little bit more about them.... Are they reputable? Has anyone ever worked or knows of ...
Wow, I applied to this school - and was offered a position - years ago. I turned it down, and am thankful I did after reading some of these posts (randomly, I decided to see if I could find anything out, as there was little to no salvageable info at ... Read More
Possible to watch UFC in Yangon?
Wow sounds promising Winston, thanks for the reply. No pay-pre-view cards until the end of April, though there's a few smaller cards coming up (next one is in Sweden). Any idea if it's live? (and if not, are they new events?) If it was live, it ... Read More
Teaching in Ho Chi Minh, with a CELTA, but no degree by Olin
Hello, I'm Oli 32, from London. I have recently passed my CELTA, and I really want to teach in Ho Chi Minh, for about a year. I love Vietnamese culture and the food! My one problem is that I don't have a degree...yet! Is it possible to find ...
Just so you guys know, the work permit regulations include: A degree AND a TESOL certificate (doesn't have to be a CELTA). Read More
Teaching in Ho Chi Minh, with a CELTA, but no degree by Olin
Hello, I'm Oli 32, from London. I have recently passed my CELTA, and I really want to teach in Ho Chi Minh, for about a year. I love Vietnamese culture and the food! My one problem is that I don't have a degree...yet! Is it possible to find ...
Just to resurrect this tread - and potentially give some insight to those looking to come here without a degree: I've been living in HCMC for 8 years, and was just let go from VAS for not having a degree/work permit (after about 6 years of ... Read More
Possible to watch UFC in Yangon?
Hey guys, I'm a big MMA fan (mixed martial arts), and am wondering if there is a way to watch the UFC events in Yangon. Some SE Asian countries have channels that play the live events, though I'm not sure if this is the case for Myanmar. I don't ... Read More
Biking in Yangon as an expat
Oh well I guess I'll manage! Thanks for the reply! Read More
Biking in Yangon as an expat
Hey guys. I've heard that biking is not permitted in downtown Yangon, but generally accepted. If I bought a bike, would it generally be okay for me to use it as I please? I'm making the move from Ho Chi Minh city, and will definitely miss the ... Read More
Brainworks Total Learning Academy by LaraGF
Hi All, I was wondering if anyone had heard of / know of the Brainworks Total learning Academcy? I am currently in talks with the HR guy and wanted to know a little bit more about them.... Are they reputable? Has anyone ever worked or knows of ...
Good luck guys. I also had an interview with Bob (on Friday). Seems like a genuine guy, and the school sounds like a solid place to work for (yeah there's a profit element, but trust me you could do a lot worse). I don't feel as though my ... Read More