04-28-2019, 04:36 PM
(04-28-2019, 03:53 PM)RTBoss Wrote:(04-28-2019, 03:06 PM)DarthXedonias Wrote: As for other things going on I have been searching though potential jobs that I might apply for once I graduate and get my other certs, etc in order. I think the LM in this sub has lead me to an good deal regarding a company I was thinking about working for. It is a international learning center with a branch in Dubai. Turns out if I decide to get my English teacher qualification and take the math qualification I could potentially get an job that pays 3,800 USD a month. This is already with them providing accommodation, transportation to/from the school, and free utilities. Only thing I would have to pay for out of pocket is internet, gym, and food. Would be able to easily pocket 3,400+ a month (since its tax free as well). So, I will be keeping an eye out for this type of job. Only catch with this company is that they do work long hours (7:30am - 4pm) and seems like at least 1 Saturday a month. I am still open to other countries as well though since I can find similar deals probably in China.
Don't forget that even if you don't owe tax to the country you're living in, you'll always owe Uncle Sam. I'm also curious about why you think 7:30 AM - 4 PM (with breaks) is long hours? That's only 8 1/2 hours. What kind of hours are ideal to you?
Oh, I know that I still have to report my earnings. Granted from my understanding I will still get an pass because I believe there is an exception in the law that even if I report it that as long as its below 86K per year then that money is off limits (money below that that is made in an foreign country). Will double check to make sure the law hasn't changed though. As for the long hours thing, yeah, normally it wouldn't be in most industries but apparently in the teaching English industry usually you only work 20 hours an week up to 30 hours possibly. It fluctuates depending on if you have "office hours" or staff meetings, etc. Some schools don't even have things like office hours. You just do your 20 hours or so and you are done for the week. University gigs in China are especially lenient. Usually only work 20 hours an week within 3 days (normally Mon,Wed,Fri) and no office hours generally.
I do admit I would prefer only like 30 hours a week at most but eh, with how they are paying me it would still be worth I think. On top of the fact that I wouldn't have to pay anything out of pocket except food and internet really. More money to pay off any debts I might have and for leisure activities.
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