here's a little something:
You cannot get consecutive contracts with westgate.
Depending on your performance, salary may be increased after the completion of each term in the Westgate Program
Here is some more info:
1. There is a 2 month interval between Westgate contracts. You are not paid during this time and you can not live in Westgate accomodation during the interval. that is what is meant by 'non-consecutive. You can teach more than one but you don't get paid in the interim.
2. Westgate is an outsourcing company in which you work for a proivate company on university campuses. You are teaching university students but it is not like teaching university classes. Classes have for instance 30-50 students in them. you may have to write progress reports on students- the more flowery and positive the better for your own evaluations.
3. my only advice (without being the prophet of doom here) is to get a Masters degree, start working part time at a university (not through a dispatch like Westgate, unless you happen to meet some university teachers) and then start networking and building up your resume. Get experience teaching as much as you can.

English is so widely spoken, has often been referred to as a world language use in most countries for informative communication between peoples of different countries, although English is not an official language in most countries, it is currently the language most often taught as a second language around the world. Some linguists believe that it is no longer the exclusive cultural sign of "native English speakers", but is rather a language that is absorbing aspects of cultures worldwide as it continues to grow and English teachers are in high demand around the world.

Tip:
Significant results: Nearly 84% of the responding school stated that a job seeker's portfolio can be a significant selection tool along with references, credentials, transcripts, résumé, cover letter, and personal interview. A well-prepared portfolio can contribute to your success. However, hiring officials caution that a poorly-constructed portfolio can diminish your chance of future employment in the teaching field.

Portfolios that reflect standards and recognized teaching proficiencies can increase job chances with a TESOL diploma or TESOL specialization courses

Tutoring and teaching children and/or adults you will find are the most required. also business certification would be advisable as will . TESOL Certification is a great plus, but there are many teaching opportunities in all disciplines the question is what do you want to specialize in, in reality it is you decision, happy learning lol

This may be one of the most difficult aspects of a Teachers experience. Some of the culture's characteristics will baffle your sense of logic, or challenge your idea of justice; however, remember that you are the visitor. No lone teacher can change centuries of social traditions and practices. Before you commit to teaching abroad, you must look inside yourself and evaluate honestly if you are flexible enough to respect a new culture. Your role as an international teacher is not to teach the superiority of your society's ways, but to work within a foreign culture to make a positive difference. However, many teaching programs do incorporate modern technology and practices in language education, listing and speaking, to name a few. Many programs can use your help teaching your native language to the locals. Your background is invaluable to these projects.

English langauge Teachers requires flexibility and patience. The best candidates are self-starters and independent types who will genuinely respect the host people and their culture. Teachers should never go to teach Western ways, nor are they there to rescue someone. They go to share their energy and time with others, to experience another culture first-hand, and to grow personally, spiritually, and professionally.

Multicultural Education reflects broad humanitarian and democratic goals for equality, justice, understanding, and respect for all people as well as harmony between people of differing cultural backgrounds. no matter the distance between countries peoples of different languages can and will communicate when they can understand each other through learning.

Art provides a sense of meaning of significance or intensity to human life that cannot be gained in any other way.

Finally, art is a means through which we can reach out to others for mutuality; it is a means of communion as well as communication.

Art reflects or echoes, in some way, the natural world of which it is part.
Art allows for escape from tedium or permits temporary participation in a more desirable alternative world
Art has been called “essential” because it exercises and trains our perception of reality.

Tip of the month:

Remember:
1. Select an appropriate email address.
2. Check job criteria carefully to ensure suitability.
3. Provide employers with requested information and any other information that may be relevant.
4. Be respectful and professional in all correspondence that you send.
5. Take the time to write a specific application for the actual position you are applying for and make reference to the terms of the position to show that you have actually read the position information.
6. Check your correspondence for spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors prior to sending it to an employer.
7. Then wait for a response, and while you are waiting, look at other jobs and send in your cover letter, dont just take the first job.