So here are my questions:
1. What kind of salary can I expect? (I'm a young looking, moderately attractive, blonde hair blue eyed 26 year old. I know that shouldn't matter but after speaking to friends who've traveled Asia this is apparently important. Could I try for a higher salary based on this?)
A: Around 1000-1100, if you don't mention/they don't acre about no degree. Find a better apartment deal by reading this:
http://www.khmer440.com/chat_forum/view ... an#p559162
2.What does your average working week look like for an English teacher? How many hours in the classroom/planning etc.. what time do you start/finish, how many days do you get off from work?
730-1030, then 130-430, some slavemasters expect you to sit around on Saturday mornings until noon.
3. What are the schools like? What kind of classroom set up can I expect.
A The ones you're qualified to work in...meh. Class room set-up? Communist!
Disclaimer: blonde, blue eyes, attractive...no problem. Degree? What degree? Russian friend of mine got offered $1100 almost no interview
3. I've heard Cambodia is safe for women, but is there any women out there who have moved here alone and can share their experience?
A: No. They were all sold into slavery in Saudi, with Hillary's blessing.
4. I'm a frugal person and the idea is to save while in Cambodia. I'd eat at the local places or cook for myself. I've seen rooms with aircon for about $300 including bills. Does that sound about right? I feel I could get by on $600 a month but are there any other expenses I should take into account?
A: Frugal = different things to different people. You will not save anything in Cambodia on a TEFLer's salary. This is a fact. Find a rich boyfriend.(I'm not available) Rent a moto for $60/month, huge savings. But get healthcare before you come!
5. What is the best month to go to find a job?
A: Different schools follow different calendars, language school mostly just carry on. If you can put on a wife-beater, talk like an Ozzie and stop shaving, you might be able to get into ACE. Many take summer break in July...so I imagine June.
Advice: do a CELTA, never hassle to find work again, better salary/rate
Mine is red wine.