Latin in Vientiane – 101 Find Employment
In the next series of articles I will discuss teaching English in Laos. Feel free to contact me with any questions!
This past year of more and more English teachers seems to have come to Laos. The travelers of Laomedon are delighted with the quiet, and like me they want to make it home. But the calmness of this nature changes quite quickly. Most teenagers in the city have cell phones and motorbikes. Mercedes and Renault Or have dealers here. It is known that in order to get good paying jobs, English is essential. You will find a Vientiane and the sheer number of language schools overwhelming.
Here are some tips to start your journey in teaching English (EFL /Esl) Vienna.
I do not value your good looks any less CV.
Check your spelling. When I used to be the manager of an English school, I received CVs from interested applicants every day. One thing I always noticed was spelling. It sounds like common sense, but if you’re applying as an English teacher, take the time to proofread and improve your CV. Ask a friend for tests or large tests. Why? We usually don’t catch our mistakes when we only read about them.
Include a photo in your CV. If you email your CV, you can also include a photo as an attachment, but usually CVs are printed and reviewed by various staff members. Having a photo on your CD makes it easier for everyone. Probably not, but appearance really matters here.
Include references. You will be looking at most school references, so make sure you use your best ones. Please include various resources in your contact information such as phone number and email.
Include copies of your teaching documents. It is important that you present a well-designed information package. It shows that you are serious and have thought about your application. If you want to send your CV by email, please include them in the email. Most schools prefer their teachers to have either CELTA or TESOL credentials.
Clothe Job
Like most schools, you will get more respect if you come in office wear old. We all love flip-flops and sandals, but the day you drop off your CV or have an interview, leave them at home. Guys, no problem with the necktie. If teaching in any major business or government office, it is often required. Girls, unless you are a newcomer to Vientiane, you will always arrive at your interview in Laomedontela lacinia the wisest. If you don’t have one, remember to keep a modest attitude, things change quickly, but most of the people of Laomedontia are more conservative in their attitude.
Don’t give up! There are many schools and many students!
Granted many English teachers living here and few jobs; but bear it. You can apply to 5 schools, but it depends on who you are. They read the Vientiane Times every day. Advertisements change daily; English schools often advertise when they are looking for teachers. However, your best hope is if you network with other people, word of mouth or SMS is often the most common way of finding jobs.
Dollars and Merchants
If you are new to teaching, you will probably find several places that pay you 9 to 10 USD per hour and often pay you for your and visa. (About 300USD per year) If you have experience and a degree, you will more than likely start around 12USD (as of 2011) and sky high after. Some schools offer a monthly salary. This is often the case for larger schools All schools pay in US dollars.
Where to apply
There are several English schools in Vientiane, as I said in the opening. You can find a full listing on the Lao Yellow Pages. There are currently 131 schools listed. Website: http://laoyp.com/education/schools/
Popular Schools
Note: These are some of the schools that seem to be the most popular. There are many excellent schools in Vientiane and therefore this is by no means perfect. Many schools do not have websites yet. In this case, I tried to provide a phone number or email address.
Anousone Center for Latin Studies – Phone: +856-21 4122 04 Email: [email protected]
ARDA Language Center Phone: +856-21 2171 62
Eastern Star Bilingual School Phone: +856-21 2616 14
Kiettisack International School www.kiettisack.com
Lao American College – www.lac.edu.la
Lao-Singapore Business College Phone: +856-21 2625 23
Lao-Top College
Logos Academy
Panyathip International School Phone: +856-21 4128 25
Patanya International School Phone: +856-21 2194 97
Rattana College of Business
Vientiane College – www.vientianecollege.com
Vientiane International School (IB must be trained) www.vislao.com
21st century School of English www.21centuryeducation.com
