USA, Canada / Which countries are Americans usually traveling to? [114]


That is true haha.. but in America "British" accent refers to England

USA, Canada / Which countries are Americans usually traveling to? [114]


Ohhhh it does : )

I like people from the UK very much. Always interesting to meet someone from across the pond (Mainly because I can talk soccer... err uh I mean football : ) )

But just like you said, people from Britian (especially England) are to me, amusingly different.

It was a shock to me when I asked some friends from europe (non uk) which accent on English they though sounded better "British or American" and they all said "British"

I was like what????? Can't be! The British accent it too comical!

Law / Polish import taxes/fees - sending gift for a friend in Poland [8]

Thanks so much. I understand now.

Since this is a gift to someone, do you think I should send them money to cover the tax? It seems unfair for someone to have to pay for a christmas gift they've received. Is this customary?

Work / Native English speaker from the US better than from the UK to find a job in Poland? [24]

Most of my life I was impoverished,hungry and broke so this is nothing new.(although american standards I'm sure are different than polish)

I think I'm willing to rough it for a year or more. I have a nice savings account and it should more than hold me over in Poland for over a year. Towards the end of your post I saw a little light at the end of the tunnel which makes me happy : )

It's obvious I need a lot more time to think and plan this out. One way or another I'm going to make it happen though.

Thanks to everyone who contributed. Hope to see you in Polska some day : )

Jared

Work / Native English speaker from the US better than from the UK to find a job in Poland? [24]


Thanks a million times for such an in-depth post.

Just to be crystal clear, it's very hard/unrealistic to make a living in poland teaching English in schools without a degree? BUT It's possible to find work at "Callan-approved private schools" or "big chain language schools in the big cities"?


This is the reason why I'm asking so many questions. I don't like sharp shock. Haha!

Work / Native English speaker from the US better than from the UK to find a job in Poland? [24]


Do you mean the school you teach at, or all schools? I was under the impression that a high school diploma and a CELTA certification was enough for a fair amount of schools? Is this not the case?

Work / Native English speaker from the US better than from the UK to find a job in Poland? [24]

I actually have no degree : (.. I was half way to getting a degree in graphic design (I know completely different and irrelevant to teaching english) but I was receiving no financial aid whatsoever so I had to take time off to start paying off my loans and never made it back.

So a high school diploma with a CELTA certification is enough?

If I may ask, are you from the US or UK?

Work / Native English speaker from the US better than from the UK to find a job in Poland? [24]

I see.

SORRY! One last question! Promise : )

I'm getting my CELTA in Miami very soon. BUT. I have no degree in English. How much will this affect my chances of getting decent jobs? Is it possible? I really don't have the money to go and get a BS in English right now : /

Work / Native English speaker from the US better than from the UK to find a job in Poland? [24]

I see! Genuis! Who came up with that idea? Haha.

Once I have self employment would it then be easier to obtain a working permit later down the road if I chose to?

One last two-part question.

These schools that use the Callan method. Are they grammar schools, middle schools or high schools or other? And which of these schools most commonly hire teachers from the US?(Callan or none Callan)

Thanks

Work / Native English speaker from the US better than from the UK to find a job in Poland? [24]

Im guessing schools using the Callan method are more likely to hire someone with no teaching experience? I have 0. : )


Can this be done from the US? I'm guessing no. I would have to first come to Poland, register as a self-employed language teacher, come back to the US and try to secure a job? I'm a little confused on this method.

If I'm pestering you just let me know. Haha. I'm just very excited about this.

Work / Native English speaker from the US better than from the UK to find a job in Poland? [24]

I hope somewhere in Poland this is the case. I'm really determined to come to Poland to teach English.

Work / Native English speaker from the US better than from the UK to find a job in Poland? [24]


Great! Everyone tells me I look like I'm 18-19! This is why I have always hated looking young. Although I'm sure Ill appreciate it later in life. : )


Now do you mean like a resturant? Lol! What is a normal business an American would have in Poland? And... Who wouldn't need a work permit?


This seems like a much better idea!

I read many threads on this forum tonight. I see many people praising you for knowing what you're talking about when it comes to this. Which cities/towns would you recommend for the least amount of competition? Maybe a smaller town? I hear some schools in smaller towns will try to spin you around in circles given the chance. Would a young looking 23yr old have a better shot in a rual or city area?

Thanks once again!

Love / Good looking Polish women with ugly men [416]

LOL...

That cracked me up pretty bad

Work / Native English speaker from the US better than from the UK to find a job in Poland? [24]

Ahh I see...

Thank you both for replying so quick...

What about age?

Is there such a thing as too young? Is 23 too young?

Say I come with a good CELTA, open mind and determination but no prior teaching experience or college degree... What are my chances of landing a job in time?

Thanks so much people : )