Teaching English abroad has always been something I've thought of doing, but always dismissed as an option. I always thought it would be too radical a change, that I wouldn't be able to function well away from my family, friends and everything that makes home, home.
In February 2012, I'll get a chance to see whether this is true or not! I am hoping to embark on a journey of a lifetime, as cliche as that sounds. I have done a lot of research and have not made this decision lightly.
The biggest push factor for me is the terrible luck I've been having in the job market as a History/Poli Sci/Social Service Work graduate. I'm hoping to build off the year I plan on teaching abroad, and possibly move into ESL teaching upon my return to Canada. Or, if that doesn't pan out, I might move into policing :-P (Inside joke for family/friends!)
I was told to start the application process about 5-6 months in advance of leaving and I did just that. At this particular moment, I am waiting until my EPIK interview tomorrow night and am hoping it goes well!
I was putting off getting this blog up and running until I was sure I wanted to be in the ROK in the new year! I think I am, so enjoy and please feel free to leave me questions, comments and general feedback. I would very much appreciate it!
Merci,
Noor
In February 2012, I'll get a chance to see whether this is true or not! I am hoping to embark on a journey of a lifetime, as cliche as that sounds. I have done a lot of research and have not made this decision lightly.
The biggest push factor for me is the terrible luck I've been having in the job market as a History/Poli Sci/Social Service Work graduate. I'm hoping to build off the year I plan on teaching abroad, and possibly move into ESL teaching upon my return to Canada. Or, if that doesn't pan out, I might move into policing :-P (Inside joke for family/friends!)
I have a friend who is in her second year of teaching English in the ROK and I am really planning to rely on her to make a smooth transition! I'm not sure I would feel confident about just picking up and going if I didn't have the security of knowing I have someone there to watch my back!
I was told to start the application process about 5-6 months in advance of leaving and I did just that. At this particular moment, I am waiting until my EPIK interview tomorrow night and am hoping it goes well!
I was putting off getting this blog up and running until I was sure I wanted to be in the ROK in the new year! I think I am, so enjoy and please feel free to leave me questions, comments and general feedback. I would very much appreciate it!
Merci,
Noor
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