Hi everyone- Before I start, I’m really sorry, I know similar questions to this have been asked a billion times before, and I apologise if I haven’t looked hard enough for the answers. If this post is breaking any of the sub’s rules, please take it down.
**For some context:**
I’m currently an Australian student (undertaking VCE now) who is looking at becoming a teacher not only in Japan, but also Vietnam, Korea and right here in Aus.
In terms of university qualifications, I am aiming for a Bachelor of business (majoring in economics), as well as a master of teaching (secondary). All of these, obviously, will be completed in Australia.
In addition to this, I have begun my Japanese language studies.
I am planning on acquiring a TEFL certification sometime during or after my uni course.
**My main questions are:**
\- Will these qualifications make any difference in wage? And if so, roughly how much? Are some qualifications (Like the master of teaching) even necessary?
\- Can I teach Economics and Humanities (The subjects my bachelor of business + master of teaching allows me to teach here in Australia)? Or is my only reasonable option to teach English? (I’m fine with teaching either- I’d just like to assess my options).
\- Is learning Japanese really necessary? Will employers prefer someone who can speak the native language? (I’m still going to learn it regardless of whether or not it’s preferred).
\- If I possess the option, is it better to work in a public or private school? What are the main differences (eg wage, employment opportunity)?
\- Should I get some prior experience first, whether it be in Australia, Vietnam or Korea, or should I just immediately search for employment in Japan after completion of uni?
And, finally,
\- Is it possible for me to become a permanent teacher in Japan?
From my research, Ive gathered that I can teach in Japan with all my qualifications, and being able to speak the language should give me some edge in employment.
But, I am only a 17 year old. Ya’ll have the most valuable thing out there: Experience.
Thank you to anyone who has read my post. I’m so so sorry that it’s long- I just really want to know as much as possible, and Ive been getting a little confused during my research.
Thanks to all of you, and happy new year!
by thepepsiconnoisseur