Q. Are my transportation costs covered? A. Airfare and domestic transportation will be out-of-pocket expenses for individuals. These costs may later be reimbursed by the school (check your employment contract for particulars). Q. Do I need to have teaching experience to apply? A. No. The mission organization will instruct you; training includes cross-cultural adjustment, relationship building and TESOL programs. Q. Can I change the job after one year? A. Yes. You may switch to any of the other available positions after one year. It is important that you let your sending agency know of your decision at least two months before the end of your one-year term. Q. Do I have to raise financial support? A. It will depend on the sending agency. We encourage all team members to raise some monthly support, if possible. The funds may be used to repay student loans, car loans, or other legitimate personal debts, or they may be applied to your mission expenses. It is our desire to see the team members have peace of mind and be free from financial worries while serving our Lord overseas. Your sending agency will handle all receipts, tracking, and acknowledgement of donations. All donations are tax-deductible. Q. Can teachers save money? A. Our teachers are earning considerably higher wages than most of the local people, regardless of the position. You should be able to save for several reasons: you have no car or gas expenses, and the income tax rates are much lower in Taiwan, China and Japan than they are in the US. Q. Why go through ESL-JOBS.com? A. Moving to a new location can be a financial drain, especially for an overseas position. Relocating to a foreign country can also be a nerve-wracking experience. Joining a team includes benefits such as the support of understanding staff and local networks. This ensures that your transition is a positive and smooth experience. Q. What spiritual support will I receive? A. You should build a team of intercessors and prayer warriors before your departure. Sending organization prayer teams will also support each team member. Q. Are the teaching materials provided? A. For most assignments, your school or employer will provide all teaching materials. Return to top
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