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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. What is it like to live in VietNam?

It is culturally stimulating and the people are very friendly. Vietnamese people can often go out of their way to help and assist foreigners. It’s still relatively untainted by Western culture though the speed of Vietnam’s progress now affords all the modern conveniences. The pace of the people is usually slow but the traffic is surprisingly hectic. Vietnam is full of spice, yet not too hot. There is curiosity, generosity and a rich cultural and community spirit which is emotionally moving and uplifting. Its charms can entice and enthral. For teachers, it provides an opportunity for a relaxed, relatively untrammelled lifestyle which affords a certain simplicity or even luxury. It can be very sociable, if you want it to be. Some teachers stay in guest houses while others find rental accommodation, either in share situations and/or houses and apartments.

2. What is it like to work at Compass Education

Teachers are placed in local community schools working with other foreign and Vietnamese teachers. This can open up new experiences which can be enriching and fulfilling. A sense of support is given and the teachers are required to be responsible, culturally sensitive and independently motivated to fulfil their services.

3. What do teachers wear to work?

Teachers must wear smart, comfortable attire, ties for the men.

4. How can I get around town and get to school?

There are several means of getting around all of which are easy to come by and cheap. Car and motorbike taxis are readily available or you can rent or buy a motorbike or else go by bus.

5. How much money should I bring with me for the first month?

You will need to pay for initial accommodation which can be in the vicinity of US$250-$600 per month depending on your comforts. The deposit on an apartment is usually a couple of months rent in advance. Furnished and unfurnished or serviced for those wanting more. Laundry services are also available. Food and entertainment could be around US$400 per month depending on your extravagancies.

6. Can I send money home?

It is possible to send money home legally through your bank.

7. Do I need any vaccinations? What if I get sick?

There are no required vaccinations, although Hep A and B are recommended. The vaccinations are available within Vietnam. Malaria is not a significant issue in the larger cities. There are Western clinics with English-speaking doctors. Pharmacies offering recognised Western medicines are also available.

8. For any additional questions please do not hesitate to contact us at information@compass.edu.vn

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Discovery Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City
Area: 2,098.7 sq. km²
Population: 7,123.4 thousand habitants (April 2009)
Administrative divisions:
- Districts: District 1, District 2, District 3, District 4, District 5, District 6, District 7, District 8, District 9, District 10, District 11, District 12, Tan Binh, Binh Thanh, Phu Nhuan, Thu Duc, Go Vap, Binh Tan,Tan Phu.
- Rural districts: Nha Be, Can Gio, Hoc Mon, Cu Chi, Binh Chanh.
Ethnic groups: Viet (Kinh), Hoa, Khmer, Cham...

Geography
In the core of the Mekong Delta, Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon, is second the most important in Vietnam after Hanoi. It is not only a commercial center but also a scientific, technological, industrial and tourist center. The city is bathed by many rivers, arroyos and canals, the biggest river being the Saigon River. The Port of Saigon, established in 1862, is accessible to ships weighing up to 30,000 tons, a rare advantage for an inland river port.
Climate:The climate is generally hot and humid. There are two distinctive seasons: the rainy season, from May to November, and the dry season, from December to April. The annual average temperature is 270C. The hottest month is April and the lowest is December. It is warm all year.

History
Many centuries ago, Saigon was already a busy commercial center. Merchants from China, Japan and many European countries would sail upstream the Saigon River to reach the islet of Pho, a trading center. In the year of 1874, Cho Lon merged with Saigon, forming the largest city in the Indochina. It had been many times celebrated as the Pearl of the Far East. After the reunification of the country, the 6th National Assembly in its meeting of the 2nd of July, 1976, has officially rebaptized Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City. The history of city relates closely with the struggle for the independence and freedom of Vietnam.

Tourism
Today, Ho Chi Minh City is the big tourism center in Vietnam, attracting a large of visitors to Vietnam. Ho Chi Minh City has various attractions as Ho Chi Minh Museum, formerly known as Dragon House Wharf, Cu Chi Tunnels, system of museums, theatres, cultural houses... Recently, many tourist areas are invested such as Thanh Da, Binh Quoi Village, Dam Sen Park, Saigon Water Park, Suoi Tien, Ky Hoa..., which draw numerous tourists.

Despite its quite recent past, Ho Chi Minh City nevertheless possesses various beautiful buildings, displaying a characteristic combination of Vietnamese, Chinese and European cultures. These include Nha Rong (Dragon House Wharf), Quoc To Temple (National Ancestors Temple), Xa Tay (Municipal Office), Ho Chi Minh Municipal Theatre as well as many pagodas and churches (Vinh Nghiem, Giac Vien, Giac Lam, Phung Son pagodas...). After more than 300 years of development, Ho Chi Minh City presents many ancient architectural constructions, famous vestiges and renowned sights. It is remarkable for its harmonious blending of traditional national values with northern and western cultural features.

Transportation
Ho Chi Minh City is the main junction for trains, roads, water, and air transportation systems for domestic trips and for foreign destination.
- Roads: Ho Chi Minh City is 1,730km from Hanoi, 99km from Tay Ninh, 30km from Bien Hoa (Dong Nai), 70km from My Tho, 125km from Vung Tau, 168km from Can Tho, 308km from Dalat, and 375km from Buon Ma Thuot. The City has National Highway 13 which connects Vietnam with the rest of Indochina.
- Train: Thong Nhat express train connects Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, vie many provinces in Vietnam.
- Air: Tan Son Nhat International Airport, 7km from center of city, is the biggest airport with many domestic and international routes. There are flights from Hanoi and Danang to Ho Chi Minh City and between the City to many regions as well a lot of countries all over the world.
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Geography and climate VietNam


Vietnam is approximately 331,688 km2 (128,065 sq mi) in area (not including Hoang Sa and Truong Sa islands), larger than Italy and almost the size of Germany. The combined length of the country's land boundaries is 4,639 km (2,883 mi) and its coastline (excluding islands) is 3,444 km (2,140 mi). The topography consists of hills and densely forested mountains, with level land covering no more than 20%. Mountains account for 40% of the area, with smaller hills accounting for 40% and tropical forests 42%.

The northern part of the country consists mostly of highlands and the Red River Delta. Phan Xi Păng, located in Lào Cai province, is the highest mountain in Vietnam at 3,143 m (10,312 ft). The south is divided into coastal lowlands, Annamite Chain peaks, extensive forests, and poor soil. Comprising five relatively flat plateaus of basalt soil, the highlands account for 16% of the country's arable land and 22% of its total forested land.

The delta of the Red River (also known as the Sông Hồng), a flat, triangular region of 15,000 km2 (5,792 sq mi),[52] is smaller but more intensely developed and more densely populated than the Mekong River Delta. Once an inlet of the Gulf of Tonkin, it has been filled in by the enormous alluvial deposits of the rivers over a period of millennia, and it advances one 100 meters (328.1 ft) into the Gulf annually. The Mekong delta, covering about 40,000 km2 (15,444 sq mi), is a low-level plain no more than 3 meters (9.8 ft) above sea level at any point and criss-crossed by a maze of canals and rivers. So much sediment is carried by the Mekong's various branches and tributaries that the delta advances 60 to 80 meters (196.9 to 262.5 ft) into the sea every year.

Because of differences in latitude and the marked variety of topographical relief, the climate tends to vary considerably from place to place. During the winter or dry season, extending roughly from November to April, the monsoon winds usually blow from the northeast along the China coast and across the Gulf of Tonkin, picking up considerable moisture; consequently the winter season in most parts of the country is dry only by comparison with the rainy or summer season.

The average annual temperature is generally higher in the plains than in the mountains and plateaus and in the south than in the north. Temperatures in the southern plains (Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta) varies less, going between 21 and 28 °C (69.8 and 82.4 °F) over the course of a year. The seasons in the mountains and plateaus and in the north are much more dramatic, and temperatures may vary from 5 °C (41 °F) in December and January to 37 °C (98.6 °F) in July and August.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vietnam

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We are looking for teachers who are native English speakers to teach in Vietnam.

Teach in Vietnam:
We are looking for teachers who are native English speakers to teach in Vietnam
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Compass Education offers a ‘Teacher Placement Program’ whereby local schools in and around Ho Chi Minh City can readily access highly qualified native English teachers. If a school requires native English teachers then we can also provide the curricula, the necessary resources and assessment procedures to deliver the right product. Our partnerships with various schools together with working in conjunction with TEFL International enable us to provide assorted opportunities for teachers. Variation and the tailoring of schedules by way of teaching at different schools can be rewarding. Interacting with students of diverse levels of English language competency is also interesting. We require enthusiastic, dedicated teachers who have authentic English pronunciation and who want a teaching position with a difference.

The Requirements of working for Compass Education

· Native English speaker (American, British, Australian, Canadian…).
· English teaching certificate (TESOL, TEFL, CELTA or equivalent).
· Bachelor’s degree
· Eligible ages: 23- 50 (preferred).
· A police background clearance from your home country.
· A visa for initial entry into Vietnam.
· Experience in teaching maths and science is preferred

The Benefits of working for Compass Education

· Based on qualifications and experience the net pay is US$16- $20 per hour. Compass Education organises the payment of income tax.
· Teachers are given 25-30 hours work a week ( flexible)
· Assistance is provided in the application of a working permit.
· Annual bonuses are given to teachers with outstanding teaching performance.
· Extra payment is given to teachers for participating in extra-curriculum activities such as culturally orientated events.
· Initial training is given plus training workshops are conducted twice a year.

The Contract with Compass Education

A 3 month contract is given if the teacher does not have a work permit.
A 1 year contract is given if the teacher has a work permit.

How to Apply to work for Compass Education

Your application should include:
  1. A cover letter.
  2. A curriculum vitae.
  3. A copy of passport and visa (including the page with photo and the front cover of the passport).
  4. Copies of degrees and certificates and the originals to be certified before coming to Vietnam.
  5. Reference letters (optional).
  6. A recent photo of yourself.
Who to contact at Compass Education

Ms Daphne Thanh Tran
Tel: (84) 8 38 203 202
Mobile: 84 908 466 305
Add: 15 Tran Doan Khanh, Da Kao ward, district 1

Email: Thanh.tran@compass.edu.vn
Website: www.compass.edu.vn

Thanks you !
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