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king saud university - any teachers from there? by twistinpatty
:)Hi can anyone tell me what it is like at king saud university teaching english? i have just been offered a job with them and would like to know specifically what the female accommodation is like? are there any recreational facilities at the ...
Yes I am interested in teaching and I worked as a graduate assistant and as a research assistant at York Univ., Toronto, Canada OR any management or administrative position. ThanksI don't think you answered the question about TEFL or a CELTA. Do ... Read More
Teaching Job Offer in Riyadh--Advice Needed by impala
Hello everyone. I am a teacher from Canada. I have been offered a teaching job in Riyadh. The package that the school has offered me is the following: 1.Basic Salary-- 14,000 SAR/Month 2. Transportation Allowance-- 600 SAR/Month 3. Accomodation ...
helo i am pakistani. i searching for teaching job plz can you help me. this is a gud salary which u mention. i also want this.i have done m.phil in chemistry. i will b in riyadh in next 3 month.can u do som thing plzzzzzzzzTo teach English in KSA, ... Read More
Education Experts by kafka
I've been working in a "preparatory year" program at a university in Riyadh for six months and would like prospective new teachers to know that the only reason for being here is the money. Edex (as we call it) is a difficult employer. The ...
Well, it probably should be specified but it really isn't - and I've read in a lot of posts on the net that Education Experts keeps the ESL instructors on the 90 day Business Visit Visa - which technically, is illegal - but I guess they get away ... Read More
good dance schools in Riyadh by abigaililu
Dance Hi all. I would like to know if there are any good dance schools in Riyadh? I know this is probably limited but if anyone can help out on this I'd appreciate it! Thanks! X
I'm really looking for my children, ballet, tap, modern, street jazz, boys jazz, musical theatre; not much really! If you do know of any good classes for children I'd really appreciate it xAl Manahil Center at the DQ have ballet and tap dancing ... Read More
good dance schools in Riyadh by abigaililu
Dance Hi all. I would like to know if there are any good dance schools in Riyadh? I know this is probably limited but if anyone can help out on this I'd appreciate it! Thanks! X
I am interested too if we could find a dance teacher we could gather people together and pay her privately or him if it is in a compound.Hello, A canadian salsa master and I are currently on the search for a location to teach classes. We already ... Read More
any english teachers from ksu? by twistinpatty
I am arriving in riyadh tomorrow - any expats from uk going to teach at ksu?:)
problems start with air port pick...maybe no-one will be there to pick u up. Then, you may get sexually harassed by the edex employees sent to pick u up. Do NOT get in the back seat with any man!! Do NOt agree to go to a restaurant. do NOT allow ... Read More
Volunteers, we need you. by sandy_storm
Lana, a vet based in Riyadh needs your help. She runs a not for profit making charity in Riyadh. She neuters/spays street/compound cats and either returns them when possible or re-homes them. She has to use her villa as a cat/kitten re-homing ...
Very happy to help out....once I arrive. I have emailed her about my interest. Thanks for sharing this with us. Those of us who are pet lovers and not able to bring out animals with us will probably find this very therapeutic. Read More
Any teachers just started with Education Experts? by Buffiness
Hi all, Looking to get in touch with any new teachers who have been employed by EdEx and working at PNU? Love to hear from you. Buffiness.
I'd say to go onto the Adwaa Arabia website, apply and see if they'll extend a job offer to you - Carin smitNot if a contract was signed. Not sure much can be done after you put ink to that contract. Unfortunately, I hear that their contract bans ... Read More
Any teachers just started with Education Experts? by Buffiness
Hi all, Looking to get in touch with any new teachers who have been employed by EdEx and working at PNU? Love to hear from you. Buffiness.
hijabigeography, I received a contract from Education Experts and am trying to negotiate, with very little luck. I am struggling with the number of hours and days per week. Doesn't seem to be in the teachers best interest. Read More
american girl to marry saudi amd move to riyadh by amyasb
Hello, I am an American teacher, possibly to marry a Saudi and move to Riyadh. I am very speculative about the differences in culture. I have only heard really bad things about the lives of American women in Saudi. Can anyone offer any ...
thank you guys:) inshallah i will find another good job in uae for next year. my job here in the states is great, so i have no right to complain. i just really want the expat lifestyle and live in more of an international community. as far as ... Read More
Educational Experts Riyadh by mikeinitaly
Hi can anyone tell me if they have had any experience with Educational Experts and Bill Thawley? Also, what type of accommodation do they offer? Thanks Mike
i work with ed ex and have done so since august 2011 very varied experiences thus far dr aqdr aq Are you at one location? Are you on a work visa? Would you recommend them? Read More
How to make friends in Jamaica by expat.com
We have been talking about loneliness when you are abroad, let's now talk about how to make friends (locals and other expats) when you're living in Jamaica :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in Jamaica?? Thanks in ...
Ylianna, So sorry to hear you are having a hard time in Jamaica. I love that place and can not imagine anyone having a hard time meeting people. My girl friends and I visited often. Once we just went up to recording studio of a known, reggae, ... Read More
Formalities to bring your pet in Jamaica by Julien
Hi all, What are the formalities and paperwork required to bring your pet in Jamaica? How long do formalities & paperwork usually take in Jamaica? What are the relevant authorities to contact? Which vaccines are compulsory? Do your pets ...
Oooh...not sure I would recommend this at all. I have two dogs and always wanted to take them down with me on long holidays to Jamaica and it proved to be a true nightmare, even from Atlanta where it was only a 2 hour flight. They need all the ... Read More
Opening a bank account in Jamaica by Julien
Hi all, is it difficult for expats to open a bank account in Jamaica ? Which documents are required to open a bank account in Jamaica ? How long does it take to open it ? Is there any restriction for expats regarding the services (loans ...
Hi all, is it difficult for expats to open a bank account in Jamaica ? Which documents are required to open a bank account in Jamaica ? How long does it take to open it ? Is there any restriction for expats regarding the services (loans for ... Read More
working for adwaa rabia by sukie1
hi can anyone tell me what the accommodation is like for those employed by adwaa rabia and working at pnu? thanks
Or the name of the compound so we can look it up? Read More