Hello again guys, gals,
I’ll just post a follow up here, of basically my ongoing disaster saga with the buxiban in Miaoli.
Because of a relationship, I want to move to the Taoyuan/Zhongli area in the future. I’m thinking how do I best go about finding a suitable job.
My current contract is fairly simple, it mentions “costs derived from cancellation of work permit” and refers to Taiwanese labor laws. Is it safe to move to a new employer before my contract ends? Or is it so complicated that I might have to think about finishing the year, before starting a new job?
I want to actually try out a school before I sign up next time. There’s so many things I assume are a given, that surprisingly aren’t. Like office time to prepare lessons, WiFi and printer access, supportive teaching environment, access to teaching guides, good communication, reliable work hours, and so on.
Does a 30-day probation period in a contract work both ways, that I can also reject a school? I’m sure there’s decent jobs out there, and until I’m confident I’m in one, I can’t properly teach coz I’m stressed and not given the tools I need.
How would I best go about applying to schools in Taoyuan/Zhongli area? Can they be found on Google (Maps)?
I have plenty of emails from recruiters, but I’m not sure if they’ll be helpful or disruptive. I really need to be sure it’s a good school, no upselling, pressure, etc.
I’ve been in Taiwan a few months now, so I’m more confident and less rushed to accept any job, like when I came off the plane last January.