What are important questions to ask in overseas teaching job interview?

Question

Tomorrow I have a telephone interview with a school overseas that I would like to get a teaching job at, what are some good questions to ask?

Answer 1

The above information is good, but there are more things you need to know. I, too, have worked overseas for the last 8 years.

You should ask if they will pay for your flight to the country, and if you complete your contract, will they pay for your return flight.

Will they take taxes out of your pay?

Will they pay for part or all of your health insurance?

What expenses will be necessary for housing, if they do not provide housing for you? In Japan there are HEAVY costs at the beginning of a lease and it is often not explained to the prospective employee until they arrive and learn that they have to pay 2 or $3,000 in fees.

Are you allowed to drive a car? Some companies don't like their employees to drive.

What is your paid leave, and when can you use it?

There are more questions, I am sure, but I have to run to class. Good Luck!

Answer 2

Hi, I've been teaching overseas for 4 years now, so maybe I can help.

First, don't worry too much. In all honesty, they probably want you a lot more than they show. Most overseas schools are desperate for foreign teachers, so relax; be in control of the conversation.

You certainly want to ask about legal documents and visas. If possible, have them start your work visa application before you arrive. If not, make sure they tell you EXACTLY what the process entails, what documents you need to bring (diplomas, IDs, etc.) and when everything will be finished.

Also, ask about housing. Will the school provide it? If so, will you have to share with another teacher (never a good idea) and what is supplied in the room, such as furnishing and utilities. If not, do they help you to find adequate housing and do they provide extra salary to subsidize your cost of living.

Of course, there are the more obvious questions like work hours, grade levels taught, lesson plans, textbooks and the like.

Feel free to contact me if you need anymore help.

By the way, what country is the job in?

Answer 3

In addition to all the questions people responded with, I would ask what kind of currency you will be paid in. You want to be paid in dollars, marks, or yen. If you are paid in some local currency and the government falls apart you could find yourself penniless with no way out.

Another thing is to ask for a contract. I once had a teaching job in the Caribbean. They kept on telling us that they didn’t have our paychecks ready and so we went months without so much as a penny. Then they decided that they didn’t like any of us and fired us all before Christmas. It was horrible. There we were, three teachers without a job or money. Keeping this in mind I would also make sure that you have a ticket back home and money in an American bank that someone can send to you in case you need it.

Answer 4

Russel is full of sound advice but saves the most important question for last. Where are you thinking of teaching? The questions about Cambodia are different to the ones about Germany. Also you don't mention if you are going to be teaching English or if you will be in an international school. There's a world of difference.

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