Is old age a problem to apply?
My relevant work experience is old but I'd like to think I'm still as capable as I was. I was thinking of working overseas, probably SE Asia, maybe like Jakarta Indonesia. I heard that English teachers are in demand there. I have my master’s degree and I used to work an English teacher, I can use that in my favor. My question is, I’m at my mid 30’s, would that be a problem? I did find some interesting stuff at Axis Capital Group, http://www.axishcl.com/?ui=jobs but I still want to hear others opinion.
10 Answers
Too old at 30 something?
You must be joking - I started teaching English in Bolivia when I was 62
Go for it.
Dear young friend,
I think you can see from these responses that you are not too old. Your considerations should be: Will I make enough money to live where I am teaching and be able to save a little? If you are supporting a family, teaching English can be low paying job so consider that if it applies. I have a single friend my age who took and EFL teaching course so he could earn a little income if he expatriated to a non-English speaking country.
Explore as many opportunities or sponsoring agencies as you can so you know your options. Don't forget to check with the countries themselves to see if they pay and provide living services. Generally my understanding is that private companies are the best paying but I really don't know for sure.
Finally good luck in your endeavor.
You're in your mid 30's and you're worried about being too old? LOL, I hope you're not too old otherwise I'm in some serious trouble.
In Malaysia /Indonesia , age is definitely not a problem, , they treat us geriatrics
with the respect that we deserve . You will do well and be in demand .
I am now at my 5th year as an English teacher here in Jakarta and I am very much happy and contented, this is my home now. It’s easy to live here and you’d love the country and the people as well. I even married an Indonesian.
I am an English teacher here in Indonesia, I recommend you bring your family with you- if you are married with children- since it is hard to live and be an expat here. Loneliness and being homesick are the two things that will kill you slowly here.
They hire 20-40 year old English teachers, you said you are in mid-30, that should do, you definitely fits the job. There are job postings at axis human capital group
A generous salary affords English teachers the opportunity to live a comfortable lifestyle, while saving 250–300 USD per month. Working Jakarta should really pay, that would be a great idea.
Hiring managers will see this. They will ask you how long has it been since were in the field and your qualifications as well. Use this in your advantage. They have a certain age requirement but they would prefer someone more qualified than young applicants.
I almost fell out of my hair. When I read this post that said "old age", I was not prepared for what it was going to say. I'm 31 and I AM NOT old....so neither are you! Go for it!
