Questions to consider when creating your PROS and CONS list: 

City -

• Cost of Living: rent? utilities? food? transportation? entertainment?

• Environment: nature? pollution? political situation? safety? health? physical activities?

• Airport: frequency of flights? destinations?

• Weather: seasons? average temperatures?

• Residence: on-campus housing? city centre? suburbs?

• Commute: public transportation? school transportation? cycling or walking? taxis?

• Entertainment: restaurants? bars? cinemas? concerts? theatre? festivals?

• Friendships: expat groups? locals? church? learning the language? visits from friends?

 Job -

• Benefits: salary? housing? medical insurance? PD? shipping? retirement? raises?

• Type of School: international vs local staff & students? non-profit or for-profit?

• Work conditions: curriculum? classroom? facilities? support? colleagues? supervisor?

• Schedule: daily hours? # of classes? # of students? meetings? after school? weekends?

   

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