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jchang82

jchang82

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American looking for information about United Arab Emirates

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12

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8

About me

American, Single

Speaks English

Registration: 29 August 2016

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jchang82 replied to a thread
6 years ago
TheCrabCrib

21000 AED and saving by TheCrabCrib

Hi Everyone, So I got accepted for a post in the UAE's Ministry of Education. Realise that 21,000 is enough to pay rent and live but wonder how likely it would be to send over about 3000 AED a month and still have enough to pay for every day ...

jchang82

Greetings and congrats on getting this far in the process! I'm not sure if I'll be able to answer your questions, but I'll try. I wouldn't worry about getting your degree certified and not the teaching certificate. I think the MOE ... Read More

jchang82 replied to a thread
6 years ago
TheCrabCrib

21000 AED and saving by TheCrabCrib

Hi Everyone, So I got accepted for a post in the UAE's Ministry of Education. Realise that 21,000 is enough to pay rent and live but wonder how likely it would be to send over about 3000 AED a month and still have enough to pay for every day ...

jchang82

It is currently in the tail end of Ramadan. It began on May 17th. Things get really slow during this time, and now is the time where things in the working sector really slow down. The holy period ends in about 10 days, and things should start ... Read More

jchang82 replied to a thread
8 years ago
TheCrabCrib

21000 AED and saving by TheCrabCrib

Hi Everyone, So I got accepted for a post in the UAE's Ministry of Education. Realise that 21,000 is enough to pay rent and live but wonder how likely it would be to send over about 3000 AED a month and still have enough to pay for every day ...

jchang82

Hey everyone! I'm responding from Sri Lanka. One of the perks of living in the UAE is the close proximity (cheap flights!) to countries. Now that I have a semester under my belt, it's clear why I had to wait so long for my Visa and plane ... Read More

jchang82 replied to a thread
8 years ago
TheCrabCrib

21000 AED and saving by TheCrabCrib

Hi Everyone, So I got accepted for a post in the UAE's Ministry of Education. Realise that 21,000 is enough to pay rent and live but wonder how likely it would be to send over about 3000 AED a month and still have enough to pay for every day ...

jchang82

The SIM card was 100 dirhams, and you choose from 3 plans. I don't remember exactly what they are, but you can check them on the Etisalat website. www.etisalat.ae Read More

jchang82 replied to a thread
8 years ago
TheCrabCrib

21000 AED and saving by TheCrabCrib

Hi Everyone, So I got accepted for a post in the UAE's Ministry of Education. Realise that 21,000 is enough to pay rent and live but wonder how likely it would be to send over about 3000 AED a month and still have enough to pay for every day ...

jchang82

Yes, they provide you with a ThinkPad (IBM) and I got a SIM card at the airport. Read More

jchang82 replied to a thread
8 years ago
TheCrabCrib

21000 AED and saving by TheCrabCrib

Hi Everyone, So I got accepted for a post in the UAE's Ministry of Education. Realise that 21,000 is enough to pay rent and live but wonder how likely it would be to send over about 3000 AED a month and still have enough to pay for every day ...

jchang82

Update: I have experience working in both boys and girls school. The boys school are much more chaotic and unorganized. I believe I have strong classroom management, but I still struggled to get the students settled. It was very ... Read More

jchang82 replied to a thread
8 years ago
TheCrabCrib

21000 AED and saving by TheCrabCrib

Hi Everyone, So I got accepted for a post in the UAE's Ministry of Education. Realise that 21,000 is enough to pay rent and live but wonder how likely it would be to send over about 3000 AED a month and still have enough to pay for every day ...

jchang82

1) In order, my preferences were Sharjah, Ajman, and Dubai. I didn't get anywhere close to my first choice of location, but it's turned out to be a blessing. 2) Finding a place can be a challenge. I talked to everyone I could - workers at ... Read More

jchang82 replied to a thread
8 years ago
TheCrabCrib

21000 AED and saving by TheCrabCrib

Hi Everyone, So I got accepted for a post in the UAE's Ministry of Education. Realise that 21,000 is enough to pay rent and live but wonder how likely it would be to send over about 3000 AED a month and still have enough to pay for every day ...

jchang82

Hey everyone, This is Justin again. I am just about to complete my second week working at a Middle School in the United Arab Emirates. For those of you still waiting, I'll describe what the experience has been like: 1) Things are unorganized. ... Read More

jchang82 replied to a thread
8 years ago
TheCrabCrib

21000 AED and saving by TheCrabCrib

Hi Everyone, So I got accepted for a post in the UAE's Ministry of Education. Realise that 21,000 is enough to pay rent and live but wonder how likely it would be to send over about 3000 AED a month and still have enough to pay for every day ...

jchang82

Not apostille, that's different from authenticating. I'm not sure what your country's policies are, so maybe you don't have to worry about it. I would call someone to make sure Read More

jchang82 replied to a thread
8 years ago
TheCrabCrib

21000 AED and saving by TheCrabCrib

Hi Everyone, So I got accepted for a post in the UAE's Ministry of Education. Realise that 21,000 is enough to pay rent and live but wonder how likely it would be to send over about 3000 AED a month and still have enough to pay for every day ...

jchang82

Hello all! My post above is a reply I gave to an MOE forum about a week ago. Hope it helps! Read More

jchang82 replied to a thread
8 years ago
TheCrabCrib

21000 AED and saving by TheCrabCrib

Hi Everyone, So I got accepted for a post in the UAE's Ministry of Education. Realise that 21,000 is enough to pay rent and live but wonder how likely it would be to send over about 3000 AED a month and still have enough to pay for every day ...

jchang82

Hey everyone, It seems we are all in the same boat about waiting to get the call about going to the UAE. I just got my call from my agency yesterday (Teach Away) and I received word that I will be flying out to the UAE next Friday (9/23)! It felt ... Read More

jchang82 created a thread
8 years ago

Californian moving to UAE.meet friends + Experience with Teachaway?

Hello! I am a 34-year old Math teacher that will be moving out to the UAE to continue teaching. I want to meet some people that will be brand new to the country. My contract states that I won't find out the exact city I'll be living in ... Read More