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A Practical Guide to Teaching English Abroad

 
Frank and Friendly Advice written by a Retired Teacher-Trainer, Experienced EFL Teacher
& Former Peace Corps Volunteer Living & Working Abroad since 1989
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What you Need
to Know:
Before you Go

Learn About: Teaching English Overseas

Making a Good Decision about Teaching English

Where and How
to get Started Teaching English

How to Find:
English Teaching Jobs

Questions to Ask Before Accepting a TEFL Job

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Planning for
Living Abroad

Organizing your Move Abroad

The Move Abroad

On the Job in your new Country

Working Abroad
for Long Periods
of Time

Medical & Health Issues Abroad

Planning for Financial Success Abroad

Planning for Your Return Home

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What about health and medical issues when living overseas

What if I get sick - or hurt?

Most employers in most countries will provide you with a very basic form of health/medical  insurance. 

In some countries, you will become eligible for the national health care system, in others you will belong to a private plan that your employer has purchased for you (or you may pay for a certain percentage of the coverage).

Is the provided coverage adequate/enough?

If you are young and healthy, don't ride a motorcycle or engage in dangerous activities, and don't travel to other countries -  then it probably is.  These type coverages are fine for the occasional cold or semi-serious illness.  But they are not adequate for long-term or out-of-country coverage, or for any kind of serious or catastrophic illness or injury. 

If you are thinking about teaching English abroad long-term, are middle-aged or older, and/or ride a motorcycle - then consider purchasing a good quality policy that you can take with you from country to country.

Aren't these type policies expensive?


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Yes, and no.

What is really expensive is to have a serious medical problem and no, or lousy, coverage.  Yes, you will find that some policies offered by major insurance providers quite expensive.  But there are some reasonable alternatives. One traditional company that offers "instant quotes" on line is MultiNational Underwriters.  Click on their box to the right for fast and free online quotes.

Travel Insurance

Travel Insurance is a good option if you want some coverage only while out of the country where you are working - as your work coverage will not cover you out of the country, on the way to your job, or on your way home.  And, after all, one reason for choosing TEFL as a job alternative - is so you can travel.

  I feel better already - knowing that you - at the very least - know something that you really need to know if you are going to live and work overseas.  Again - check with MNU for good coverage.

 


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