Is the best way to become a direct hire, is to undercut your dispatch company?
If let's say, you've been at your school(s) for a year or so and the school(s) really likes…
Can you really skip classes? What happens if you do?
So my friend said she had students being inappropriate around her and just decided not to go to…
Are dispatch companies really so strict?
Is it okay to study/keep busy at your desk with your current employer? I was reading a comment…
NOVA Independent Contractor experiences
So I have an interview with NOVA and have to pick either employee or IC contract beforehand. I…
Not being allowed to use paid leave?
I have paid leave but I am not allowed to use it unless I send the request 30…
Being an ALT/English teacher as a non-native speaker, is it possible?
I’m an Italian, but I speak English pretty fluently, to the point where I was mistaken for British…
Best short term placement
I have just finished my 120 hour TEFL certification. I have a U.K. degree. I was wondering if…
Advice/Rant/Venting on Current Job
Hey everyone, I’m looking for some advice on my job here in Japan. The company sponsored my visa,…
Nova contracts/location
Hi, I recently got an offer for a Nova interview. I’ve been on this subreddit for some time…
What is the point?
So I work at 2 JHS. At one, the jte is having 3rd years describe and write about…
Is there any difference/similarities between European and Japanese schools?
Teachers, classes, periods, relationship between teacher and student, social norms, etc. I especially wanted to confirm something about…
Health insurance for spouse
My wife and I recently came into some inheritance, and are considering taking a year to live in…