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Three interviews. Three job offers. Yo~sh.
By the time you guys read this, it will probably be too late for me to make a decision based on your feedback (I've got to contact the companies in about two hours).. but I think my mind may be set anyway. So, here we go~~.
1. Company that's much like the JET Program I'm currently a part of.
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The third job seems like it will fit you the best. I do not recommend taking the first job just because of its location - Osaka is awesome, yes, and Tokyo is huge, yes, but it seems like you'll just be lost in the mix of the corporation there and I don't think you want to feel like that again. I know you too well to think you'd be happy with that.
The actors school... I see you getting sick of it in 3 weeks, to be honest. It sounds great and everything, but it also sounds quite high-and-mighty, and those kinds of attitudes are not conducive to a good work environment. Moreover, it was flattering being offered the job, I'm sure - and from a distant perspective it seems glamorous, but it doesn't seem suitable for long-term for you. In other words, I think you're gonna get annoyed hopping around like an animal.
My opinions might change later, this is just my first impression. ;D
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There definitely was a sense of .. well, not necessarily the high-and-mighty .. but soft superiority at the drama corp. For good reason; they've got a hell of a track record. But it felt more like a business to me than a school because of it.
And like you said, long-term, could I keep up with that stuff? I don't know if I'd want to. I think if it was roleplaying with older kids it would be fun, but crawling on the floor and going "SNAKE!!! WHAT AM I?! SNAAAAAKE!" might start to break me down on the inside. (x_x)
Major hugs, girlie. You're gonna visit me, right?
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I'd only advocate JET for you for two reasons:
1. You need the money. It almost always offers the highest pay you can get as an uncertified English teacher in Japan.
2. You want to experience small town life. That's not a bad thing. Shikoku is an extreme. I think I like a smaller community, however, I just want to be able to reach the cities easily.
If you have any desire to live in the city, find yourself a private company and go through that. You've got more than adequate Japanese skills, and your previous experience here will gain you major points. Also, this way, you can teach whatever grade you'd like. I see jobs looking for assistants at universities as well as all the kiddy stuff I've talked about. You've got so much potential, so don't narrow down your options!
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1) I could easily get myself out of debt with the money, and
2) I'm lazy and most of my teachers think it would be a good idea.
I really would rather be in the city. But the private company thing is a bit overwhelming..there are so many I don't even know where to begin.
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And the private company thing is definitely overwhelming, but I'll help you where I can. In my own search, I've found so many sites and forums that have people discuss their own experiences with different companies. When the time comes, it's usually best to check the want ads and start your research from there.
You'll be amazingly successful, regardless of your choice. ;p I will be there to mooch offa your location, as well. Osaka sounds good for you, now that I think about it.. ^_^
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I think Osaka/Kobe = yum. Am going there tomorrow, actually... D:
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