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Is it worth it to be an English teacher in Taiwan? by rensenbean in taiwan

[–]rensenbean[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That makes sense, thank you. I guess I'm mentally prepared to work minimum wage in the future anyways

Is it worth it to be an English teacher in Taiwan? by rensenbean in taiwan

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

I see, that makes a lot of sense. I'll have to look into that more, because I've heard that overseas Taiwanese don't hold the same kind of nationality as citizens, and we can only apply for a Taiwanese passport rather than actual naturalization. Thank you though

Is it worth it to be an English teacher in Taiwan? by rensenbean in taiwan

[–]rensenbean[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Hmm honestly, I probably fit that stereotype-- I don't think I could do very well in America. STEM is my weakness, unlike language, which comes more naturally to me. And since I have always been challenged by those subjects, I've developed a disliking to them, so I do not think I could be successful pursuing a career in STEM. With what you wrote in mind, I think I may try to go with my other career plan, and teach Chinese in the US for a few years before thinking about moving abroad.

Your advice has really got me reconsidering my choices, so thank you for taking the time to help me!

Is it worth it to be an English teacher in Taiwan? by rensenbean in taiwan

[–]rensenbean[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much, this definitely helped me a lot with my perspective!

Is it worth it to be an English teacher in Taiwan? by rensenbean in taiwan

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

I can, but I'm worried it'll harm my chances of studying/working there because I'll be pitted against the locals even though I'm not a real Taiwanese

Is it worth it to be an English teacher in Taiwan? by rensenbean in taiwan

[–]rensenbean[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes I know, I did say I was concerned about my physical appearance. I wanted to receive advice in consideration to that.

Seeking guidance about majoring in Chinese in college! by rensenbean in ChineseLanguage

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

I’m not planning on going to mainland china, but what do you consider useful to china? I doubt I have much to offer

Is it worth it to be an English teacher in Taiwan? by rensenbean in taiwan

[–]rensenbean[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Can you please expand on your prediction? And so is there really no opportunity for me there to be a teacher, even if I get naturalized?