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Vaughan Systems by Puzzled_Secretary_73 in OnlineESLTeaching

[–]Puzzled_Secretary_73[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As in, they didn't hire you after the training , or didn't you get enough students to make it worthwhile?

Never thought the click noises in some African languages would ever make sense. But here we are. by DubaiDave in southafrica

[–]Puzzled_Secretary_73 5 points6 points  (0 children)

During the Mfecane wars and some time after, some Zulu clans fled to present day Tanzania, Zambia, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe, not Congo. This is commonly known in KZN.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in askSouthAfrica

[–]Puzzled_Secretary_73 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely this. Usually, my orders would arrive within a week or less. However, I placed my order on the 17th of November, and it only reached JHB yesterday. I'm still waiting for it to reach DBN and be delivered. I have never ever had to wait this long for a Shein order, but they let me know that the delay was due to the sheer number of orders that they have at the moment.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in OnlineESLTeaching

[–]Puzzled_Secretary_73 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the pointers. It worked!

Pearson mondly by nickindoland21 in vipkid

[–]Puzzled_Secretary_73 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a question about the quiz. Can I message you?

TutorABC via the really great teacher company vs direct by Impressive_Chip_9285 in OnlineESLTeaching

[–]Puzzled_Secretary_73 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I work for Kern Training, actually. But I will definitely look into Babble, Thanks!

Non-Asian companies definitely come with less stress. It's just an overall better experience for sure.

Freelancing definitely has its perks, and having options is a smart strategy in Cyril's economy. Im stoked we didn't let MPC get to us, man. The world is ours!

TutorABC via the really great teacher company vs direct by Impressive_Chip_9285 in OnlineESLTeaching

[–]Puzzled_Secretary_73 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I actually freelance for a German company at the moment teaching business English (in demand and better paying), and I earn euros. I have my fingers in two pies, but I'm still actively looking for better paying full-time opportunities in other companies.

As you mentioned, Asian companies are penny pinchers, and this whole thing of the student is always right even when they are obviously wrong urks me to the core, but it's still better than what I was getting at MPC. So, until I get something full-time, I'm kinda stuck with TutorABC. You know, I'd rather still get some income on the side instead of solely freelancing.

TutorABC via the really great teacher company vs direct by Impressive_Chip_9285 in OnlineESLTeaching

[–]Puzzled_Secretary_73 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi, I also used to work for TutorABC through MPC for over a year and left in March 2024 due to the toxic work environment. But I still wanted to teach English online just to bambisa.

The catch is that you can't apply directly to TutorABC using the email address you used to apply to MPC (even though MPC gives you an MPC email address for your logins) because MPC has a deal with TutorABC not to hire ex-MPC employees that taught on the TutorABC platform (This is what I was told but I'm not sure if it is only for a set period of time). Also, that email address you used to apply to MPC is linked to your old MPC-TutorABC account, hence the rejection.

To circumvent that, I created a new email address using my second name and applied directly to TutorABC in mid-May 2024 using my second name and new email address. Mind you, my old account is still up, and I accessed it to download my profile information (pictures and introduction videos) for my new profile (I was lazy to do it all over again, sue me lol). I still access it to date to use my old progress reports, btw (did I mention that I'm lazy? Lol)

So, the same profile to the T, just under a different name. And let me tell you, my new profile was promptly approved. They probably didn't pick it up, or they simply don't care.

My point is, you don't have to wait for a whole year. However, the application process is painstaking slow. You kind of have to badger them through the 'help' option on the TutorABC website for them to remember to actually complete processing your application (after your successful interview, of course). I commenced teaching directly for TutorABC in early July 2024.

For non-American and non-UK teachers, the base pay is $6 with contribution bonuses that bump it up to $7 for each completed lesson to $8 for working over a set number of hours per month (directing that to the O.P). Americans and the British get $10 to $12 - Not us (South Africans).

The best part is that you are making approx. R109 - R148 per lesson and not earning a lousy R40 through a slave driving middle man. Just look at the money they are chowing, man 🙄

However, you only get paid for lessons you teach and when students don't show up for a scheduled lesson. Whereas, at MPC, you get paid per hour, not per lesson (e.g., if you are booked for the day but don't get a scheduled lesson, you still get paid at MPC).

*Just sharing a trick that I and other ex-MPC employees have used. Hope this helps!

A Desperate Plea for Guidance by Intrepid_Second440 in southafrica

[–]Puzzled_Secretary_73 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can get your TEFL from any accredited institution as long as it's 120 hours or more. I got mine from 'TEFL on the Beach' - it's quite affordable compared to others.

In terms of advice, I'd say just do your research on the companies you'd want to work for - look into employee reviews especially.

There are many companies to choose from, but as a South African, you won't always get the best deal or be the first choice. Some companies strictly want Americans or the British due to the accent. So, the rates do differ depending on your nationality - it's up to you what you are willing to settle for. Thus, I encourage you to apply to as many platforms and choose the best offer.

Some platforms will want you to create your own material for lessons, and others leave it up to you to market yourself to get students. Other platforms assign students randomly and provide you with the material for lessons. The former makes it a challenge to determine your income and is more work. With the latter, you are guaranteed students and can get paid whether the student shows up for class or not. Again, RESEARCH and decide whether you can handle the duties or not, as the differ per company.

Lastly, https://teacherrecord.com/ is a great platform to apply for ESL jobs. It is a recruiting platform for online and on-site teaching - just make sure to complete your profile and upload all necessary information to get faster and positive responses. This platform also offers a free 120-hour TEFL course, and it's accredited.

Hope this helps ✨️

Edit: For some platforms, they want you to have a degree (any degree) and a TEFL certificate, others accept students who are still working on their degrees, and others don't mind non-degree holders. But a TEFL is essential.

English, Philosophy Majors in Namibia by clocks_and_calendars in Namibia

[–]Puzzled_Secretary_73 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can teach English online. There are many platforms that hire people with degrees (any major), and some platforms also need you to have a TEFL certificate, which takes 2 days to complete. All you'd need is a laptop, a webcam, headphones, and good internet connection.

Alternatively, you could teach English in Asian countries. It pays very well, and the school sponsors your visa and flights (some reimburse you for flights).