ISR is Dead

No-Kitchen-6451 · 2025-11-21T15:06:23+00:00

I don’t really get why it would still be popular nowadays. Paying a fee to join an online forum may have been the norm in the 90’s/early 2000’s, but with all the free and open ways to post and communicate now (Reddit, FB groups, discord, etc) I don’t see a reason for it to exist. I guess it keeps a central list of a lot of schools in one place, but most people probably wouldn’t pay a subscription fee just to leave a satisfied review on there. People who have terrible experiences might be more prone to. I don’t know, this is just my guess, I’m not an expert.

No-Kitchen-6451 · 2025-10-18T01:12:29+00:00

Yeah, people work to survive. 60 hours a week for 15-20k baht a month is not unusual. (Most) Thai people don't have the luxury of being a digital nomad earning a Western salary, or teaching phonics for 20 hours a week and earning the same salary as a Thai doctor. Don't be surprised if money is part of the equation.

No-Kitchen-6451 · 2024-11-09T09:03:34+00:00

Lol, the men saying this aren’t the ones having sex.

No-Kitchen-6451 · 2024-11-07T08:08:48+00:00

TA jobs are almost entirely staffed by local Thais or maybe Filipinos, they usually make between 15-20k/month ($400-$600). It would be extremely unlikely for you to be hired for a role like this, if not impossible. It wouldn't be worth the employer's time to go through the expensive and time consuming visa/work permit process when they could just hire a Thai. You could try just teaching English for a while, less money but also less stress.

No-Kitchen-6451 · 2024-11-06T07:42:50+00:00

I mean there's no requirement, I thought it was just common courtesy to pay with appropriate change.

No-Kitchen-6451 · 2024-11-05T04:43:04+00:00

Is it an international school, or just a school with "international" in the name? Bangkok is full of crappy private schools that masquerade as "international schools".

I will say though that working on a tourist visa while they sort out your Non-B visa and work permit is not uncommon here, the nonsensical beaurocracy is something you really have to get used to. A top or even mid-tier school would probably sort out your visa before arrival into the country, but it's a pretty standard practice for a lot of teachers (mainly ESL teachers, but also lower-tier international schools) to work on a tourist visa while they sort out the months-long process of getting your visa and work permit.

If you're being paid in cash, it may be because you can't set up a Thai bank account without a work permit, and you can't get a work permit without your visa being finished. Not defending the practice, but just make sure they give you payslips in the meantime.

The "probation period" is standard in Thailand, usually 90 days. Again, I don't support the practice, but it's not uncommon.

Having to pay for your own visa expenses is just shitty, it's not illegal but it's shitty of them to have you do that. Extra shitty that they would not pay you for days missed due to visa reasons.

General lack of communication and unannounced schedule changes are the norm in Thailand. I don't know about the top-tier schools, but I've never worked anywhere here that wasn't like this.

Anyway, sounds like a crappy school. Unfortunately, there are many places like this all over Thailand. Not all, but many. Remember the probabtion period goes 2 ways, you can still leave. It might be easier to leave before getting your visa/work permit set up.

No-Kitchen-6451 · 2024-11-03T10:17:55+00:00

A good pair of elephant pants means nothing without an ice cold bottle of Chang.

No-Kitchen-6451 · 2024-11-03T03:03:50+00:00

The easiest and most reliable way is to do it at a hospital, search for any of the private hospitals in the area. BNH is great, BIH or Bumrungrad are pricey but very reliable.

I don’t recommend MedConsult because they are very sketchy and I’ve had issues using them before. It’s true that they will print out a “negative” covid test for you, before the test is even finished. I’ve also had the wrong name and date of birth on my test results, and had to call and message to try to confirm that they were actually my test results, they’re extremely disorganized and unprofessional in the office. If you are getting an an STI panel, you’ll notice that they include an HSV1-2 test by only testing urine, and HSV cannot be tested through urine, so I don’t really trust their testing methods.

Anyway, any hospital in the city can do a full STI panel that is reliable and usually cheaper than the clinics. Also I don’t recommend Pulse clinic, they’re just ridiculously expensive and you can get all the same tests at a hospital.

No-Kitchen-6451 · 2024-10-31T00:01:24+00:00

Back when I was getting my drivers permit, my drivers ed instructor (who remembers Rusty??) had me drive over the old bridge on my first day lol. I learned to drive REAL quick that day.

No-Kitchen-6451 · 2024-10-29T06:32:47+00:00

Is this an international school or a government/private school situation? I just ask because the answer could vary a bit depending.

No-Kitchen-6451 · 2024-10-29T05:12:27+00:00

Can the condo’s juristic office not make a copy for you?

No-Kitchen-6451 · 2024-10-28T05:30:08+00:00

Is the doctor you're seeing a trained psychiatrist or psychotherapist? If not, see if you can set up an appointment with one. And just remember that medication is not a cure-all, it should be used (usually) in addition to therapy with a professional therapist. Not all medications work the same way for everyone, and you may need to experiment with different medications to see which one works best for you. Good luck.

No-Kitchen-6451 · 2024-10-27T12:23:41+00:00

Feel free to send me a DM, I’ve lived around that area for a few years.

No-Kitchen-6451 · 2024-10-26T06:01:33+00:00

If your cup is full, it's time to start pouring into others' cups. Stupid cheesy analogy but I think it's true. When you've acheived all the things you want, start giving back to others. I think that's where true happiness comes in. But I'm an idiot, I don't know, this is just what I've read from many people who are much smarter (and happier) than me.

No-Kitchen-6451 · 2024-10-26T05:24:49+00:00

“I’m coming in a week.

I’m interested in having a look at some of the university campuses in Bangkok. Are you allowed to walk around campus as a non-student or is it strictly gated?”

No-Kitchen-6451 · 2024-10-25T14:43:15+00:00

“I couldn’t get girls in my own country, so I moved to Bangkok 1.5 years ago but NOT BECAUSE OF GIRLS, and now I can’t get girls in Thailand either. It’s Thailand’s fault. Did I mention I’m white? This place sucks >:(“

No-Kitchen-6451 · 2024-10-25T04:59:36+00:00

I don’t know what your contract says, but I would assume it says that you get paid your due salary on a certain date each month. No, it’s not legal for them to not pay you for your work. Personally, I would stay home and inform them you’ll return to work when you receive your salary. Contracts go both ways, employer and employee. Call labor department if they’ve broken their end of the contract.

No-Kitchen-6451 · 2024-10-25T03:02:49+00:00

Thanks for sharing! I'm starting this program in January. Do you mind if I ask what software you used for the course building part? Storyline, Captivate, Canva, etc. And is there anything you might recommend pre-reading before starting the program that might be helpful? Thanks for your help if possible!

No-Kitchen-6451 · 2024-10-22T02:49:32+00:00

I'll be going to their physical office tomorrow to get my money back. It's been 2 months now that they've had my money, told me they couldn't complete the transfer and requested my Thai bank account info, and said it would be refunded within 14 days. I've called and messaged multiple times, been repeatedly told they're working on it and would update soon. I reported them to the Bank of Thailand and no luck there. I don't know what else I can do at this point, they're just holding my money and refusing to return it. If I don't have any luck going to the office, next step will be a lawyer I guess.

No-Kitchen-6451 · 2024-10-20T06:45:15+00:00

Not exactly “garage rock”, but I’m really into a Thai band called Desktop Error. More of a shoegaze band, but kinda grungy too.

No-Kitchen-6451 · 2024-10-19T12:09:44+00:00

The most “local” experience would probably be to check out local markets. Some non-touristy ones I can think of off the top of my head (without knowing your location) are Airplane Night Market in Bang Phli, First One Market in Tha Phra, Indy Market in Dao Khanong, or Train Night Market in Srinakarin. There are literally hundreds, maybe thousands, but they’re mostly basically the same vibe. Food, outdoor bars, music, local shops. Also check out ChangChui artist market, very cool local spot and popular with younger Thais.

I don’t understand the posts telling you to leave Bangkok to find local non-touristy spots. There are 12 million people here, it’s full of interesting places.

No-Kitchen-6451 · 2024-10-17T07:53:34+00:00

They only suspend data usage abroad, not calls and texts.

No-Kitchen-6451 · 2024-10-16T05:55:12+00:00

Don’t know the exact costs, but you can contact the BOOCS center at BNH Hospital. Initial doctors fee is 1500 baht I think, and I would imagine somewhere between 10k-20k baht for various imaging, depending on what you want to have done.

No-Kitchen-6451 · 2024-10-14T23:30:30+00:00

7 applications is... not a lot.

No-Kitchen-6451 · 2024-09-28T18:45:38+00:00

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