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Old Mon 16-Jul-07, 09:28 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Life after TEFL

Well, the time comes for most when we are considering our move back to our home country. Whether it's been 1 year of teaching English or a decade, the majority of us come to a decision it's time to hang up the boots and call it a day.

So what lies ahead for us globetrotters in regards to job prospects? Well, the news isn't all that unfavourable, with many employers looking at overseas teachers with respect, rather than someone who has just taken an extended overseas holiday.

Continuing your career as a teacher
Perhaps you want to consider teaching at a language school back home? Or even teach English in the public school system. You can be sure of a lot of holidays and still very good pay. Checkout what qualifications you need to pursue your career here.

Using your newly acquired language in business
Many companies do business overseas, so you may be able to use your newly acquired language skills in international business.

Recruitment
As a teacher, you have experience in dealing with people of different backgrounds. Use your people skills to become a headhunter / recruiter; be it in the Education industry or not.

Proofreading / Translation
In fact, you can start to do this now. Many proofreaders are not restricted to working in the one location. Build up your contacts now, and by the time you head back, it could become your full-time job from the convenience of your own home.
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