Has anyone taught at Aci, particularly PreK? I have read mixed reviews.

[quote="PsyGuy"]First you will get health care. If you pay italian taxes or are resident you are automatically enrolled in the national health plan. You can go to hospital if you have a major injury illness and they have clinics based out of the hospital for smaller medical problems. Chemists (pharmacists) at pharmacies can prescribe things like antibiotics, etc.
Its not the same as a private health insurance policy and doesnt provide for out of country care. It also tens to side on the cheapest cost of treatment option.

Second, the vast majority of EU schools dont provide housing or a housing allowance, so if you keep looking for one that does, your going to be looking a long time.
What this means is that your really only missing out on is a relocation package, mainly airfare and temporary housing, which would be maybe 4000€ tops. Its not that big a deal, but schools in Italy dont do much as far as assisting a new arrival. You really are usually on your own. When I was teaching in Italy 2 years ago, my school gave me a relocation allowance but I had to do everything on my own. had to find my own temporary housing and even had to get their from the airport on my own. The most i ever got from the school was a couple suggestions and leads about available places, and a guarantee from my school to the landlord.

Should you go YES, absolutely. Why, because its ITALY, its the same reason why lower tier schools with low compensation packages in italy have long lines going across the room, and the ME schools on the other side with good money and all the benefits have nobody wanting to talk to them, because its ITALY. You cant compare living in one of the greatest countries on earth the ME. Everyone knows it, and thats why year after year you see the same thing.
Naples isnt my first choice in Italy, its dirty, too congested and their is a petty crime problem, but aside from that its truly living the soul (though not the heart) of roman life. If you want the heart go to Venice, if you want the mind go to Rome, if you want the wallet go to Milan.[/quote]

Thanks PsyGuy. I have heard about the crime problems in Naples. I would love to work in other parts of Italy, but it's difficult if you're not a Euro citizen. This school in Naples invited me to come for an interview because the school mostly caters to NATO dependents. Most of the teachers are American wives of NATO members, so that's why they don't have to worry about healthcare, visa, etc. They are covered through NATO. Unfortunately they do not do phone/skype interviews...That's why I am hesitate about flying to Italy for an interview.

[quote="nikkor"]I have been to Naples and all over Italy, on multiple trips, over months of time. I love Southern Italy, and the Dolomite Mountains in the North. I would love to live there.

Working there is perhaps a different matter. I would factor in: where are you in your career? Beginning, mid, end? What is your retirement situation looking like? How long do you want to live overseas? Etc. With living expenses, plus lots of travel, will you be able to save money, or will you be negative? La Dolce Vita may not be so sweet. Career wise, it may not be a good professional move for a mid-late career person, as the school may lack PD and resources, and be generally a poor educational institution.

If it's your 1st job, great! Enjoy. If you are mid-late career, why not work somewhere that pays good money, is good for you professionally, and spend your vacation time in Italy?[/quote]

It would be my 1st international teaching job. It's a school on the NATO base. I'm female, single..mid -30's. I am just worried about being able to survive there. I am not a big spender, however I do not want to be stressing about paying rent, bills, etc.

Would you work in Naples, Italy if hired, but school does not provide housing nor a housing allowance, no health benefits, no assistance whatsoever?

[quote="sevarem"]livefree, you could try to aim for China, but some of the schools can't get work visas for teachers with less than two years experience. That being said, I'm certain some of the lower tier, Chinese run schools would hire you and find a way to get your visa. Try Beanstalk, Beijing Bilingual (formerly Kinstar), Guanzhou Country Garden School, and Changchun American.

Actually Changchun American might be your best bet. They're IB and, because no one wants to live in Changchun, they hire newbies. Give them an email.[/quote]

Got a response back from Changchun. They want to do a skype interview. Where can I find out more about this school in terms of salary, health benefits, and housing?

Is it an okay place for a single female?

[quote="sevarem"]livefree, you could try to aim for China, but some of the schools can't get work visas for teachers with less than two years experience. That being said, I'm certain some of the lower tier, Chinese run schools would hire you and find a way to get your visa. Try Beanstalk, Beijing Bilingual (formerly Kinstar), Guanzhou Country Garden School, and Changchun American.

Actually Changchun American might be your best bet. They're IB and, because no one wants to live in Changchun, they hire newbies. Give them an email.[/quote]

Thanks! I just sent in my application for an Early Years position at Changchun and Country Garden. Will keep you posted.

[quote="IAMBOG"]You could try the ESOL schools, mostly in the Middle East and Egypt.[/quote]

Actually I am very interested in the ESOL school in Cyprus...I am just waiting for a position in my area to open up.

[quote="heyteach"]CAQ is a very well-organized school and has been around a long time. It is a full IB school. They take very good care of their ex-pat staff. Quito is reasonably safe; pickpockets and bag slashers are a problem but the school will teach you how to stay safe.[/quote]

CAQ replied to my employment inquiry for a PreK teaching position, but unfortunately they do not hire foreigners for their preschool. Oh well, at least they responded back.

I have a teaching permit to teach early childhood only.

[quote="heyteach"]CAQ is a very well-organized school and has been around a long time. It is a full IB school. They take very good care of their ex-pat staff. Quito is reasonably safe; pickpockets and bag slashers are a problem but the school will teach you how to stay safe.[/quote]

CAQ replied to my employment inquiry for a PreK teaching position, but unfortunately they do not hire foreigners for their preschool. Oh well, at least they responded back.

I have a teaching permit to teach early childhood only.

[quote="shadowjack"]Livefree - no experience whatsoever other than practicum?

If so, try schools in the Middle East - don't expect PYP, but expect to get experience - and then make a move to a PYP school...[/quote]

practicum experience, plus 1 year

[quote="heyteach"]Colegio Americano de Quito, for one. They have their own training for IB.[/quote]

Thanks! I will contact them.

Have you taught there? If so, did you like it? Also, is it a good, safe location for a single female?

So far, schools have not been interested in me because I am a new teacher, and also my lack of IB PYP experience.

My first question is ...what schools (be specific plz) would hire new teachers?

second question....how does one get IB PYP experience?

Thanks.

How long should I wait before following up with schools after I send them my CV/Letter of interest?

[quote="LWMM"][quote="livefree"]I am a new preschool teacher....will have 2 yrs experience by next summer. Are there any decent schools that will hire a teacher with not much experience? I do have a teacher's permit to teach early childhood education, plus a B.A. in a related field.[/quote]

livefree just curious to your findings. We are currently recruiting for EC and looking for teachers in training in South East Asia. you can see the post on joyjobs for Learn with Me, Macau. We are located in Macau SAR China near Hong Kong. Let us know if your interested.[/quote]

Hello,

I may be interested in teaching in Macau...I need to research more about the place, though. Is the position full-time and is there health coverage, housing, any perks? Also, what's the average salary? Thanks!

[quote="IAMBOG"]If you're a Canadian you have options. Lots of Canadian schools hire straight out of university, but they only hire Canadian qualified teachers. Schools are accredited to a province and usually years worked in those schools count back home. Some of those schools are not bad places to work.

The amount of Canadian offshore schools is growing, although I wouldn't work in one that has only been open a couple of years.[/quote]

I am American, but thanks for the info!