So I have a job, in theory, but the salary hasn't been worked out yet. They gave me a lower offer than I had expected, and I really do need the money, so...we need to figure that out. They want me to start on June 2nd, so I'm guessing it will work itself out somehow by then. In the meantime, I've decided that I need to try to work-if for no other reason than to get me out of the house. I don't really want to do it, but I'm putting myself back in the English conversation game.
There is a website where you can register and put up your details, and then potential students can contact you. Usually you meet at a coffee shop somewhere, talk for an hour or so, then go our separate ways. Kind of like a date, except that money changes hands at the end (well...I guess some dates are like that ;) ) If things go well, then you usually meet once a week and continue to study English. I've done it before, and it really depends on the person. If you have a energetic person who can actually speak English, it can be quite fun. Other times it can be like pulling teeth.
"So, what did you do yesterday?"
"Uhh.....yesterday?"
"Yes, what did you do yesterday?"
"uhh....I....walk......dog"
This continues for an hour.
So anyway, I registered at this site yesterday, but it turns out there are roughly 5000 freelance teachers registered on this site in the Tokyo area! Goddamnit. So I tried to make my profile as attractive as possible, in order to attract as many potential students as possible. I have to sell myself, after all. I have my snazzy profile picture up, favorite color, interests, that kinda thing. For favorite movie I put Fight Club, which I think might attract some Brad Pitt fans, but I should probably change that to something a little more accessible to everyone.
In short, it's just like signing up for an online dating service. Here's hoping I can get some good "dates" out of it.
Edo
