Hallier -
thanks for posting those links - much appreciated.

I'd be interested to hear from teachers in Indonesia - do you plan on staying on? I taught in Indonesia for a few years and have lived there on and off for decades. Due to feeling increasingly uncomfortable about the state of the country/what I'd witnessed happen with the 'legal system' (this being and example the worst case scenario) I reluctantly chose to leave a few years ago. Any thoughts from teachers at JIS or at any school in Indonesia? I'd be concerned. While this case was high profile - I witnessed ongoing dodgy scenario's - same song/different chorus'. Not to be negative - just saying - how could it possibly be worth the risk?

1. The conference kind of depends on a few things. If you want best pay (ie china or korea or middle east) I think the Bangkok fair is best. Check fair list for each fair and see which schools go to what fairs – different fairs for South America, et al. To me - for SURE a fair - shows the commitment of the school to excellence. The 2nd Bangkok fair, though, is typically newer (ie not as safe a bet I'd think, smaller, less money less well known) schools.

2. Go to fairs? I think YES. Heres why. It’s a lot of money for sure – but you meet many many other teachers and can learn from their experiences. Too – its valuable to meet/see the schools. Mostly though – (sounds not applicable to you) but if you’re already abroad in a country and take a post – you wont get the benefits you would if they hired you – same person – outside the country – ie flights home for you and fam, housing, et al. and other perks.

3. No clue. I go with – never never never give up! Theres international sub webs/groups as well….

4. Here, this website, word of mouth….can write to teachers currently working ....dont know the best answer here - maybe someone else will.

hope that helps some. best of luck!

Very helpful!! If you get a chance - can you tell me how long the admin certif took...and...well - anyone from Australia - do they have the same type of license/certif there?

Mostly - great help. Happy holidays!

Due to circumstances, wont have to pay to do so.

Can you guys weigh in – in the international teaching world – would the phD be an asset/worth the time?

It interests me subject-wise…and also – getting older. I don’t want to ‘waste’ these years if it wont give me more options ie better chance for admin, should I want to go that route...or, better jobs...whatever. But will take me out of workforce for 4 years - I'll be 51 when finish - eek!

To date, I have teaching credentials and have been teaching abroad for a few years, still am. Also have an MA (obviously). What you guys think? Any and all opinions appreciated! Oh- and m xmas and hnew years!