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Interac is a garbage company. They'll take 3/4 of the school contract and pay you 1/4, even though you will do most of the work. Avoid the dispatch companies like Interac and other parasites listed on Gaijin Pot as well as the JET Programme. Direct hire is the best way to go, but that will requite networking and connections with those who work for a school (mostly in the private sector). Yeah, do a year or two at an "Eikaiwa" (language school like Berlitz), but then leave once you make the right connections. If not, go home because the language school jobs are a dead end, and JET will toss you to the curb after 5 years (or less for those who get stuck in a civilization outpost in the countryside). University "teaching" is a joke since all you do is lecture in front of a large audience (which is not teaching--it's talking). Business English classes are hit and miss, and you will do better in a big city like Tokyo or Osaka. If you are a serious teacher, then teaching English in Japan will not be for you since it is a cosmetic position. Most junior and senior high school classes focus on "juken benkyo" or "English for the university exams"--and that is a joke since the "English" is based on archaic 1950s American English grammar rules and tests trivial knowledge of grammar instead of real communication. In other words, despite spending 5 years+ of learning English, most students in Japan cannot speak English to save their lives, and many certainly wouldn't be able to function outside of Japan. Therefore, do your research before you come here. The best jobs are with international schools, but again, you need connections or really impressive qualifications.
the american spelling thing is hilarious to me....I have never once in my texan life been told that we HAVE to use one or the other between american or british spelling since theyre both correct. nobody here cares.
I feel like this story was very one sided. I recognize a bias story teller when I hear one. You were very descriptive on the parts you didn’t like but the part where you took weeks off, you slid that important info in towards the very end and quickly glossed over. It’s literally written on the ALT to try not to take too many days off but you did and that speaks volumes at any job. Even in America. And worse in Japan. I looked at the ALT and it honestly wasn’t even anything to be combative about. Not a single thing. Rather than be cooperative and immerse yourself in Japanese culture with a “I’ll do my best” attitude which is such a temporary part of your life. You resisted and was very egotistical and solely self serving. Is it really that hard to greet kids at the gate, which you didn’t want to do. Or learn Japanese (official language), which you didn’t want to do. Japanese culture is a collectivist mindset culture and you chose to resist. In many elementary schools, students often walk to school in groups, called "han," which are organized by neighborhood. An older student, usually in the higher grades, may be designated as the leader of the group, ensuring that everyone gets to school safely. And you’re here being a sourpuss about just greeting them at the gate. I know for a fact there was an accumulation of things you were unfavorably doing that you selectively chose to gloss over or omit - is the reason why they stuck you up there with the parents during graduation. You don’t see the connections do you. Coz in your head it’s always about you. You gave them reasons to not like you. But you’re the victim in the story, am I right? 💀
I find it wild that you were working in Japan but couldn't speak Japanese, then would spend your free time at work playing games on your phone and not studying Japanese, then get upset when someone suggested that wasn't a valuable use of your paid time. 🤦♂
Yamaguchi seemed so nice, but Kobe is like everyone wants to be here vibes. 😈😈😈🥷🥷 But yeah, you gotta take care of you. And yes, it’s ok to have feelings. Living in Japan 🇯🇵 is fun yet tough cause the culture is so different. I feel when you’re in your native country you’re on autopilot. But take your time, and I’m looking forward to your update update video. 😙😙
Yeah the city. You have to understand that Japan is dying and the needs are in these areas of non-city countryside areas. sorry but responsibility work is hard and requires a lot of dedication and pain and you failed . The idea of the date was just for the two of you for one thing come on.😢
Yes, if she understands the demand out in the country, then she could help me with my English instead of focusing on city life . I hear too many individuals that come to Japan for fun in the city disregarding the fundamental need of Japan . Sorry but work sucks. I’ve done all my life and it’s hard and you’ve got to take responsibility and put yourself where it counts. If she understood this, you could help me with my English. if you can’t be criticised, then you can’t be trusted.
I'm scared because I don't have a home in Jamaica. Grew up in an extremely toxic household & now I'm living on my own in an apartment I'm grateful for but it's not the safest house or community. My friends are encouraging me that I can do it. And yes, I know the prospect of selling/gifting everything I have & moving to a new country for new & better opportunities is exciting but it's just the thought of not having ANY support in Jamaica that scares me.
Jamaica was not and has never been colonized by the US. Jamaica is a former British colony and was first colonized by the Spanish before the British came along and took over. Jamaica has adapted a lot of American things and ideals but not the education system which is still based on the British education system.
That “Dos and Don’ts as ALT” thing has got to be one of the worst things I have read in ages. It’s so disrespectful and just makes you want to say “Oh I see. Well see ya this isn’t going to work for me.”. I understand that they can’t speak, write or read English well but if they were to have any respect for you they should have asked a translator to write up something for you. Why do so many people rely on themselves or google translate to communicate something important!!?
Curious, whats racism like in jamaica? Genuinely curious, not an attack. I saw one clip of a chinese jamaican being called "chinaman" but seems he didnt take it as a slur. The average asian man, if he goes to jamaica what kind of racism should be expect if any?
Spot on! You do a great job of preparing folks. Still, a great adventure. One thing to remember is because you have no support you really have to leave on time because it will take you longer to do your daily tasks, being unfamiliar with how to pay your bills, your municipal tax, getting healthcare, etc.
Hi Tomi. First I would like to thank you for sharing very helpful informations about teaching English in Japan. I am not a native English speaker. I have done my degree in English language. So will I be able to get a chance to teach English in Japan?😐
I just found you and then see you left Japan! I give you so so much credit for persevering as long as you did. I love Japan, and I totally respect their culture, but this American girl could never hack it. I could try, but I would ultimately find it stifling. You're an excellent presenter. Have you considered posting again showing what you're up to now? Whatever it is, I hope you're blissfully happy doing it!
