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[GreekIslandGirl]

Like a few have intimated; you need to have something to OFFER - above and beyond the existing. Most teachers in Cyprus speak at least two languages. You are already at a disadvantage.

they also speak a 3rd. Nepotism.

May I buy you a return ticket to South Africa, young man?

[kurupetos]

Sorry to disappoint you, but to me it sounds ridiculous for someone British, working in UAE, to quit that and come live in near bankrupt Cyprus.

[Get Real!]

Yup, public sector teaching jobs are high in demand.
It's not that they love teaching, they wait like a pack of rabid dogs for connections to pull strings within the political parties they're affiliated to in order to get teaching positions.
Most don't give a damn if the kids learn, nor do they care about refining teaching methods and bettering the youth. It's all about a fat paycheck, doing as little as possible and job security.

I happen to be married to a high school teacher so I know from personal experience how the system works, how “fat” a pay cheque they get, their workload, and the kind of kids/parents they have to deal with these days and I can honestly tell you that your view on this matter is the biggest load of ignorant horseshit I’ve ever heard in my life!

[GreekIslandGirl]

Yup, public sector teaching jobs are high in demand.
It's not that they love teaching, they wait like a pack of rabid dogs for connections to pull strings within the political parties they're affiliated to in order to get teaching positions.
Most don't give a damn if the kids learn, nor do they care about refining teaching methods and bettering the youth. It's all about a fat paycheck, doing as little as possible and job security.

I happen to be married to a high school teacher so I know from personal experience how the system works, how “fat” a pay cheque they get, their workload, and the kind of kids/parents they have to deal with these days and I can honestly tell you that your view on this matter is the biggest load of ignorant horseshit I’ve ever heard in my life!

Completely agree with GR! Never met a more committed teaching staff than the ones at my son's village school.

[kurupetos]

Yup, public sector teaching jobs are high in demand.
It's not that they love teaching, they wait like a pack of rabid dogs for connections to pull strings within the political parties they're affiliated to in order to get teaching positions.
Most don't give a damn if the kids learn, nor do they care about refining teaching methods and bettering the youth. It's all about a fat paycheck, doing as little as possible and job security.

I happen to be married to a high school teacher so I know from personal experience how the system works, how “fat” a pay cheque they get, their workload, and the kind of kids/parents they have to deal with these days and I can honestly tell you that your view on this matter is the biggest load of ignorant horseshit I’ve ever heard in my life!

Completely agree with GR! Never met a more committed teaching staff than the ones at my son's village school.

Where? Perth?

[Demonax]

Yup, public sector teaching jobs are high in demand.
It's not that they love teaching, they wait like a pack of rabid dogs for connections to pull strings within the political parties they're affiliated to in order to get teaching positions.
Most don't give a damn if the kids learn, nor do they care about refining teaching methods and bettering the youth. It's all about a fat paycheck, doing as little as possible and job security.

Not my experience at all. I happen to know plenty of dedicated hard-working Cypriot teachers who go out of their way to further the education of their pupils. Really don’t know where you get this nonsense from.

[supporttheunderdog]

Do you speak the language ?

Not essential in many of the private schools, particularly those teaching English Curriculum.

Yes but it is considered an advantage to speak both languages. Imagine myself to tach in Engand with no English language . Can I teach in england If I dont speak English what are my chances ? Of cousre I hope she find what she is looking for !

My wife got jobs teaching in two English language / curriculum schools with no Greek and with English as a second language. I know of other teachers with no Greek in the private sector.

[Cap]

Ignorance is bliss when your missus is connected GR. Innit ole boy?
The kids are the way they are cos of bad parenting, and useless teachers.

[GreekIslandGirl]

Yup, public sector teaching jobs are high in demand.
It's not that they love teaching, they wait like a pack of rabid dogs for connections to pull strings within the political parties they're affiliated to in order to get teaching positions.
Most don't give a damn if the kids learn, nor do they care about refining teaching methods and bettering the youth. It's all about a fat paycheck, doing as little as possible and job security.

I happen to be married to a high school teacher so I know from personal experience how the system works, how “fat” a pay cheque they get, their workload, and the kind of kids/parents they have to deal with these days and I can honestly tell you that your view on this matter is the biggest load of ignorant horseshit I’ve ever heard in my life!

Completely agree with GR! Never met a more committed teaching staff than the ones at my son's village school.

Where? Perth?

Polis!

The piano teacher deserves a special mention! (Thanks to Kafenes).

[GreekIslandGirl]

Yup, public sector teaching jobs are high in demand.
It's not that they love teaching, they wait like a pack of rabid dogs for connections to pull strings within the political parties they're affiliated to in order to get teaching positions.
Most don't give a damn if the kids learn, nor do they care about refining teaching methods and bettering the youth. It's all about a fat paycheck, doing as little as possible and job security.

I happen to be married to a high school teacher so I know from personal experience how the system works, how “fat” a pay cheque they get, their workload, and the kind of kids/parents they have to deal with these days and I can honestly tell you that your view on this matter is the biggest load of ignorant horseshit I’ve ever heard in my life!

Completely agree with GR! Never met a more committed teaching staff than the ones at my son's village school.

Where? Perth?

Polis!

The piano teacher deserves a special mention! (Thanks to Kafenes).

[Scottish teachers are good too.]