Highly Motivated
Since returning home after the massive earthquake in Japan, I've got a newfound sense of motivation to stay in Canada. The earthquake and radiation fear shook me more than I thought and I realized I didn't want to die in a place where I didn't feel I was at my best. Don't get me wrong, I enjoy teaching, but it wasn't leaving me feeling very fulfilled. I originally took global studies and anthropology in university because I have a genuine interest and passion for helping people and making the world a better place to live. I learned so much while I lived and worked in Japan and now I want to find a position that utilizes my skills, knowledge, experience and education. So, I've contacted a couple of non-profits to volunteer in order to gain some more experience, feel a sense of purpose and do some networking.
Even though I don't want to teach overseas anymore, I have a job in the works for a public school teaching position in South Korea. It doesn't start until late August, so I've given myself until mid-August to find a job here, otherwise I have to go where the money is. Adding to this, a friend has offered to rent me a room in his new condo for a really great price. Now I'm even more motivated to stay here!!
If I stay, I'd like to become a social worker and am looking at applying to UVic. The application is for November with a May start date. I can do most of it on line and work, so that appeals to me.
I've also been learning a lot about social media and find it very fascinating and a bit addictive. Twitter is my new favourite site, but I still enjoy Facebook. I have a new interest in becoming a social media manager or at least using social media in a position that makes a positive difference locally and globally.
Even though I don't want to teach overseas anymore, I have a job in the works for a public school teaching position in South Korea. It doesn't start until late August, so I've given myself until mid-August to find a job here, otherwise I have to go where the money is. Adding to this, a friend has offered to rent me a room in his new condo for a really great price. Now I'm even more motivated to stay here!!
If I stay, I'd like to become a social worker and am looking at applying to UVic. The application is for November with a May start date. I can do most of it on line and work, so that appeals to me.
I've also been learning a lot about social media and find it very fascinating and a bit addictive. Twitter is my new favourite site, but I still enjoy Facebook. I have a new interest in becoming a social media manager or at least using social media in a position that makes a positive difference locally and globally.