Trevor Ayson
@triumph1
New Zealander expat in Czech Republic
Forum posts
19
About me
New Zealander
Lives in Brno
Speaks English, Czech
Registration: 09 February 2010
Teaching English ( Business English and General English) by Kladno001
Are there any chances to teach English in Czechia? though the job applicant holds PhD degree and has more than ten (10) years of teaching experience. :cheers:
Many language schools these days require English teachers to have a teaching certificate like Celta, Delta, TEFL etc. They will also most likely ask you to teach a demonstration lesson. The teaching market in Prague is saturated with lots of ... Read More
Christmas fish markets by Aybudozkov
In view of the fact that current Covid-19 pandemic has originated from wet markets in Wuhan, China where live animals are sold to be slaughtered and gutted on the spot after purchase, would you think that Czech Republic should rethink its tradition ...
Wishful thinking, I'm afraid, this virus is going to be with us for some time yet..... Read More
Job offer in Brno
If you don't have many expectations, or if you don't spend much by living in a bedsit, well maybe, Read More
Job offer in Brno
It depends on what your job offer is. IT positions pay more than travel agents. For example if you are a new travel agent you start on 25,000 CZK per month before tax. That is 961 euros, or $US1100, which is not much. Accommodation costs, that ... Read More
Online shopping in Czech Republic by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Shopping online can be far more convenient and offer greater choice than going into shops, be it grocery shopping or retail. Are there options for online shopping in Czech Republic? Which sites or apps do you use most ...
The Czech Republic is one of the few countries in Europe where you can order something online and you don't have to pay for it until it arrives, AND you can pay in cash! :D Shopping simplicity! The most popular sites are alza, heureka and ... Read More
Festivals in Czech Republic
Biggest festival here is Colours of Ostrava, held annually since 2002. More info here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colours_of_Ostrava Big names this year included Midnight Oil and Jamiroquai. Read More
Recognition of foreign qualifications in Czech Republic
As a native speaker of English teaching in a Czech grammar school I was required a few years ago to study for my Master's degree in teaching. My bachelor's degree from the University of Otago in New Zealand was recognised for entrance into ... Read More
Following fashion in Czech Republic
One fashion I do NOT follow in the Czech Republic and that is wearing socks and sandals!! Read More
Dealing with homesickness in Czech Republic
For me the homesickness started AFTER I got to know the place, the people when I saw how different it was to my home country, so that is why I felt the need to reconnect with my own culture. Nowadays I are more comfortable with straddling both ... Read More
Dealing with homesickness in Czech Republic
Keeping in touch with your own culture is important. Every weekend I watch live rugby from New Zealand. Hearing the Kiwi accent makes me feel like I'm there, Before I started doing this I was homesick, now homesickness is no longer a problem. I ... Read More
Driving in Czech Republic by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Czech Republic? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess聟 what are the characteristics of the ...
Well, they drive on the other side of the road for a start! Read More
Czech language is hard, is it a barrier in terms of communicating?
Hi Mike, As a teacher of English who has lived in this country for nearly 10 years, I can tell you the Czech language is hard, but you will find that many people in Prague speak English. It's pretty easy to learn some stock phrases to get you ... Read More
Safety in Czech Republic
Hi Christine, I live in one of Brno's northern suburbs, relatively prosperous, with many families. It is as safe as houses. I feel safe here. I agree with Pavel that certain central parts of the city are not safe, but it is all about using ... Read More
Some questions about teaching English by kend0g187
Hi. My situation: I'm an American who moved to Thailand a couple of years ago. I came in through a TESL program, completed a 3-week course in Bangkok, and I've been teaching ever since. I'm interested in making the move to Prague and I ...
If you are serious about teaching at a language school, or even a state high school (which is where I teach), make sure you have rock solid references and come with a professional attitude, as schools here are quite frankly sick of native speakers ... Read More
General Concerns...
Hi Justbex, I suggest you have some Czech lessons, or buy a basic Czech phrase book and study the language, before you arrive. It will make it MUCH easier when you arrive in Prague. Read More
Help finding work - Native English speaker
Hi Danny, Forget looking in Prague, try looking in Brno. Read More
Any advice would really help by Doll_Face25
Hello! I will be moving to Prague July 30th and August 4th will be starting my TEFL schooling. I taught English in Japan for two years and have done lots of backpacking there as well as Southeast Asia. My goal after the program is to get a job ...
I agree. Forget Prague, go to Brno. But don't expect a job to fall into your lap here either. You need to prove that you are serious, dedicated, and above all, professional. Native speakers have started to get a bad reputation here for being ... Read More
Any advice would really help by Doll_Face25
Hello! I will be moving to Prague July 30th and August 4th will be starting my TEFL schooling. I taught English in Japan for two years and have done lots of backpacking there as well as Southeast Asia. My goal after the program is to get a job ...
Czech state pre-schools require a teaching degree, private pre-schools are also becoming more discerning as well. What sort of teaching did you do in Japan? Read More
Kiwi moving to czech
Does your partner have any contacts? Also I think you should have a few Czech lessons with your partner before you arrive. And if you don't have an EU passport, and are not married, don't expect you will be automatically given residency. Also the ... Read More