Ashley spent three years teaching in Japan with the JET program. She went above and beyond to connect with the local culture by becoming involved in extra-curricular activities, and found her career aspirations altered by her full-immersion experience. Her story is an important read for anyone considering teaching abroad, particularly in Japan.
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Sometimes a journey abroad can be truly life-changing, as in the case of Anthony, who left a job as a computer technician in the US to go and teach in China. Ten years later, Anthony has built a career as an ESL teacher and continues to build a unique life for himself on the other side of the world!
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With the goal of helping people "gain understanding, acquire knowledge and develop skills for living in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world," the CIEE (Council on International Educational Exchange) offers multiple programs for US citizens seeking international experiences. For students, summers and school or gap years abroad are offered both at the high school and college level. College students will also find multiple international internship opportunities, primarily in the field of international business, though it. For grads there are opportunities to teach English... Read the full article