KermitTheFrog
American expat in Colombia
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About me
American
Lives in Medellin
Registration: 23 April 2015
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New members of the Colombia forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Colombia forum? DonÂ’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Greetings. My name is Ed. I touch down in Colombia on June 27th, then I hit the ground running to secure an English teaching position. I've been to Europe, South Pacific, Asia and, of course, North America. This will be my first time in South ... Read More
Teaching for more than 6 months of the year by KermitTheFrog
It's come to my attention that I can only stay in Colombia for six months of the year on a tourist visa. I'm guessing some schools will help with a work visa. The problem with that is, since most of the schools do not hire in advance, I have ...
Well, Steve Russo - I've been chatting with a guy who works for Barton Shaw. He's not running about town. He works in only two places and makes ends meet. He has no degree. He knows of others in the same boat. So, working for a private ... Read More
Teaching for more than 6 months of the year by KermitTheFrog
It's come to my attention that I can only stay in Colombia for six months of the year on a tourist visa. I'm guessing some schools will help with a work visa. The problem with that is, since most of the schools do not hire in advance, I have ...
So, I just spent $1,100 on a TEFL course for nothing. I was told a degree wasn't required. What I wasn't told is that I wouldn't be able to make a living wage, or work for more than half a year. I suppose I could just teach in two ... Read More
Teaching for more than 6 months of the year by KermitTheFrog
It's come to my attention that I can only stay in Colombia for six months of the year on a tourist visa. I'm guessing some schools will help with a work visa. The problem with that is, since most of the schools do not hire in advance, I have ...
Steve - Berlitz has a work contract on offer with full benefits. However, they seem to be looking for substitute teachers. I would be sent to different schools and businesses daily. Berlitz will offer the next day's schedule by 6pm. The ... Read More
Teaching for more than 6 months of the year by KermitTheFrog
It's come to my attention that I can only stay in Colombia for six months of the year on a tourist visa. I'm guessing some schools will help with a work visa. The problem with that is, since most of the schools do not hire in advance, I have ...
Mike, I do not have a college degree. The Colegios seem to prefer degrees. So, I'm left with language institutes. This probably means I'll get paid less & have to work more. I wish my TEFL school had told me that part. I misunderstood ... Read More
Teaching for more than 6 months of the year by KermitTheFrog
It's come to my attention that I can only stay in Colombia for six months of the year on a tourist visa. I'm guessing some schools will help with a work visa. The problem with that is, since most of the schools do not hire in advance, I have ...
Markcol, Thank you so much for the wealth of valuable information. I did lots of digging out TEFL schools and countries, but couldn't uncover everything. I wish I'd known some of this in advance. Fortunately, Berlitz has taken a liking to ... Read More
Teaching for more than 6 months of the year by KermitTheFrog
It's come to my attention that I can only stay in Colombia for six months of the year on a tourist visa. I'm guessing some schools will help with a work visa. The problem with that is, since most of the schools do not hire in advance, I have ...
Makes sense. Thanks for the sage advice. Read More
Teaching for more than 6 months of the year
It's come to my attention that I can only stay in Colombia for six months of the year on a tourist visa. I'm guessing some schools will help with a work visa. The problem with that is, since most of the schools do not hire in advance, I have ... Read More
Teaching English
Hello. I'm a new TEFL grad in search of a teaching home in Chile. I've list of schools to look into & I've been stalking AirBnB for accommodation. I'm open to Santiago, but the start-up costs might send me to Viña or Valpo. ... Read More
New members of the Chile forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Chile forum? DonÂ’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Moderated by : Priscilla Reason :This topic has been created for the presentation of new members only. For new questions please create a new thread. Read More
New members of the Chile forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Chile forum? DonÂ’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Greetings everyone. Well-traveled, newly-minted English teacher interested in teaching in Valpo or Viña. I've been checking AirBnB for lodging & a few schools as well. I'm here to soak up any other relevant information. I'm also ... Read More