korbie82
American expat in the United Arab Emirates
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American
Lives in Dubai
Registration: 01 April 2013
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Moving to Ruwais! by alexh13
Hello all! I'm a single American female moving to Ruwais to teach in August. I noticed that there isn't too much about the city on here--anyone have any information? Any insight about living there helps! Cheers, Alex
Neither the abaya nor the head scarf are not compulsory. In Ruwais people wear whatever they want so long as it is not tight fitting. This advise is for your everyday clothing...if you are working they may have different rules. Read More
Moving to Ruwais! by alexh13
Hello all! I'm a single American female moving to Ruwais to teach in August. I noticed that there isn't too much about the city on here--anyone have any information? Any insight about living there helps! Cheers, Alex
No but loose clothing or an abaya is recommended...at first anyway. Read More
Waiting for my entry visa to start teaching English for MOE Jan 2017 by msultan11
Hey guys This is my first time posting in a forum so excuse me if I go against convention. My name's Muhammad. I was offered a position to work for the MOE in UAE by Teachaway. I started the application way back in July and after legalising my ...
I can't speak to the holidays because it's changed since I was hired. When I worked for ADEC we had 2 or 3 weeks at Christmas(I don't remember honestly), 2 weeks at spring break and 5 weeks for summer. Plus all the Islamic holidays and ... Read More
Waiting for my entry visa to start teaching English for MOE Jan 2017 by msultan11
Hey guys This is my first time posting in a forum so excuse me if I go against convention. My name's Muhammad. I was offered a position to work for the MOE in UAE by Teachaway. I started the application way back in July and after legalising my ...
You'll definitely have no idea where you'll be living and working till you get there. Even ADEC is the same. It's based on where they have a need. Current staff usually gets first choice if there's an opening plus there's the ... Read More
Waiting for my entry visa to start teaching English for MOE Jan 2017 by msultan11
Hey guys This is my first time posting in a forum so excuse me if I go against convention. My name's Muhammad. I was offered a position to work for the MOE in UAE by Teachaway. I started the application way back in July and after legalising my ...
Heya Katherine, To be honest I've heard not such nice things about ADVETI but I've not had direct experience with them so I can't speak to how true these things are. However... I do know the MOE does include housing allowance in your ... Read More
Waiting for my entry visa to start teaching English for MOE Jan 2017 by msultan11
Hey guys This is my first time posting in a forum so excuse me if I go against convention. My name's Muhammad. I was offered a position to work for the MOE in UAE by Teachaway. I started the application way back in July and after legalising my ...
Hey WorldTraveler2017! I'm in the DC area(Laurel,MD) while I wait for me next contract to come through. Patience is key. When you get there take the tea. Whenever they offer you tea go. That's where all real decisions are made. Be open. If ... Read More
Waiting for my entry visa to start teaching English for MOE Jan 2017 by msultan11
Hey guys This is my first time posting in a forum so excuse me if I go against convention. My name's Muhammad. I was offered a position to work for the MOE in UAE by Teachaway. I started the application way back in July and after legalising my ...
I've not worked for MOE but I did work for ADEC and flexibility like you never thought you possessed is what will make you successful during that wait and when you get there. I waited from Aug to Dec for my ticket and when the ticket was finally ... Read More
HELP...Not Heard From ADEC yet?! by Anisa123
Hi, I have accepted a job with ADEC and sent off all my paperwork...however it's been about 6 weeks and I've yet to hear anything. Not even an update on my visa status or if there's anything outstanding regarding my paperwork. Is this ...
Glad people are starting to get their golden tickets. Looking forward to meeting some of you at new teacher orientation(I'm part of the orientation team). Remember, it's Ramadan till Thursday (16th July) night so things will pick-up when ... Read More
HELP...Not Heard From ADEC yet?! by Anisa123
Hi, I have accepted a job with ADEC and sent off all my paperwork...however it's been about 6 weeks and I've yet to hear anything. Not even an update on my visa status or if there's anything outstanding regarding my paperwork. Is this ...
The company I work for now also recruits for ADEC so if you inbox me your questions (and if they're general enough) I'll run them by the head of our ADEC recruitment team(she's a doll!) and she may be able to give you some insight. I ... Read More
HELP...Not Heard From ADEC yet?! by Anisa123
Hi, I have accepted a job with ADEC and sent off all my paperwork...however it's been about 6 weeks and I've yet to hear anything. Not even an update on my visa status or if there's anything outstanding regarding my paperwork. Is this ...
Hello Anisa, I worked for ADEC as a teacher and currently as an educational consultant. This is VERY normal. In fact you'll probably not hear anything about a visa as you're a British passport holder so you're eligible to have a visa on ... Read More
school administrators by egus
is there anyone going to the uae as a school administrator or are already an administrator in the uae? I'd just like some general info concerning the position and contract...thank you.
You guys are doing great...stay positive. I was hopeful(yet doubtful) they would get you out here during Ramadan but part of the hold-up is they have moved several sections of HQ. When they moved the IT department we all about died. I was lost in ... Read More
Moving to Ruwais! by alexh13
Hello all! I'm a single American female moving to Ruwais to teach in August. I noticed that there isn't too much about the city on here--anyone have any information? Any insight about living there helps! Cheers, Alex
I've been teaching in Ruwais for the past 3 years and it's not close to Abu Dhabi city. It's 2hours away from Abu Dhabi. It's a booming little town and the people there are very nice. There is a mall being built so there will be more entertainment ... Read More
school administrators by egus
is there anyone going to the uae as a school administrator or are already an administrator in the uae? I'd just like some general info concerning the position and contract...thank you.
Welcome...I don't own a car. I've leased from UCR since I moved here. Read More
school administrators by egus
is there anyone going to the uae as a school administrator or are already an administrator in the uae? I'd just like some general info concerning the position and contract...thank you.
One tip: When you get here check out UAE Swap and Shop on facebook to find good quality items for a great price. Read More
school administrators by egus
is there anyone going to the uae as a school administrator or are already an administrator in the uae? I'd just like some general info concerning the position and contract...thank you.
Your tickets will come. I remember that feeling. Keep in mind they're also arrange end of service for those of us who are leaving and it's a large group. Many came in 2010 and are either ready to go home now or move to another adventure. Just keep ... Read More