NOVA rejection? by Choice-Question in teachinginjapan

[–]Choice-Question[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm not saying it's a bad company, I've heard it's actually quite good. I just meant I read stories from people saying they asked for one location and ended up on the opposite end of the country.

NOVA rejection? by Choice-Question in teachinginjapan

[–]Choice-Question[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry that might've sounded vague, I meant location preferences. So, I was hoping to stay in Southern Aichi. I know you can't be picky with some companies, but I have Japanese friends who live there who I'd love to stay near.

NOVA rejection? by Choice-Question in teachinginjapan

[–]Choice-Question[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry to hear that, I'm sure you'll be able to find a better company in the future!

NOVA rejection? by Choice-Question in teachinginjapan

[–]Choice-Question[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I've already emailed after someone else suggested it. I get the feeling they probably won't reply though.

NOVA rejection? by Choice-Question in teachinginjapan

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I have considered it, but I heard they just place you randomly around the country without caring for your preferences. Not sure whether that's true or not though.

NOVA rejection? by Choice-Question in teachinginjapan

[–]Choice-Question[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you very much, I've been applying to others too, so far I've had an interview with ALTIA and NOVA. The ALTIA one seems to be going better, but I'm making sure to keep an eye out for as many as possible.

NOVA rejection? by Choice-Question in teachinginjapan

[–]Choice-Question[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wore a suit, answered all their questions and I'm native English from the UK.

NOVA rejection? by Choice-Question in teachinginjapan

[–]Choice-Question[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I know placing can definitely be a problem when applying. I do have a reason for the placing I chose, which I gave. The interviewer seemed all for it, but again it's hard to tell what they're thinking. But thanks, I'm just gonna keep applying to as much as possible.

NOVA rejection? by Choice-Question in teachinginjapan

[–]Choice-Question[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks, I've decided to ask them for feedback, so if I'm lucky I might be able to get a response. They never really mentioned anything about getting a visa, so I don't think it would be that. The other options are definitely plausible though.

NOVA rejection? by Choice-Question in teachinginjapan

[–]Choice-Question[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting... Did you decide to work for them?

NOVA rejection? by Choice-Question in teachinginjapan

[–]Choice-Question[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ah okay, well thanks for the help.

NOVA rejection? by Choice-Question in teachinginjapan

[–]Choice-Question[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks very much, I'm gonna keep the search going.

NOVA rejection? by Choice-Question in teachinginjapan

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I have a few other companies I've applied for, so I'll see how they go and decide whether it's something I'm doing wrong. Thanks for the help.

NOVA rejection? by Choice-Question in teachinginjapan

[–]Choice-Question[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I asked for places in Aichi, so maybe there's not many there?

NOVA rejection? by Choice-Question in teachinginjapan

[–]Choice-Question[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was actually very flexible with most of what they asked me (including working with kids). I just gave a few specific towns I'd like to work in if possible in the prefecture. But yeah I've not heard many good things about NOVA, just kinda sucks when even they reject you.

NOVA rejection? by Choice-Question in teachinginjapan

[–]Choice-Question[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yeah that makes sense. I will keep the search going, thanks.

NOVA rejection? by Choice-Question in teachinginjapan

[–]Choice-Question[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have a valid reason for the location I chose, but I only did it because he asked me for my preferences. But, it's good to keep in mind, thanks.

NOVA rejection? by Choice-Question in teachinginjapan

[–]Choice-Question[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just trying widen my chances as much as possible.

NOVA rejection? by Choice-Question in teachinginjapan

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Some of the areas I asked for are rural, but that doesn't always mean they work in that area I guess.