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Here time slows down, every day is different, and you are surrounded with sun and our timeless, rich,

1 Experiences Are More Important Than Landmarks! Many people dream of living in Thailand and having the adventure of a lifetime. Here time slows down, every day is different, and you are surrounded with sun and our timeless, rich, Thai culture. If you want to experience working and traveling at the same time, why not join us? GeoVisions Website: programs@geovisions.org School Information: 3

of Students: 550 pax Class Size: 25-30 pax Working Days: Monday - Friday Working Hours: 8.00 16.

2 Name of School: Rayong.001 School Address: Klaeng, Rayong Location: Eastern Thailand School Website: - Type of School: Private school Education Level: Kindergarten Age of students:3-6 years old Total No. of Students: 550 pax Class Size: pax Working Days: Monday - Friday Working Hours: Teaching Hours: 5 hours per day and 23 hours per week maximum School Photos: The school is situated in Klaeng District, Rayong Province. It is only 10 minutes away from beach front and 30 minutes to travel to Samed Island. Klaeng is a peaceful city with Tesco Lotus hyper market, Macdonald and cinema. Accommodation price is reasonable and living cost seems to be low. It is easy to travel to Bangkok either by bus or van within 2 hours.

Contract A typical Thai school year is divided into two half-year terms.

begins May to September The second semester begins November to March October and April are holiday periods Most schools in our

Teachers who sign a one-year contract beginning from November are guaranteed 3 4 weeks paid holiday during the October break.

3 Contract A typical Thai school year is divided into two half-year terms. For the best possible teaching positions, it is strongly advised to apply for the beginning of each semester; The first semester begins May to September The second semester begins November to March October and April are holiday periods Most schools in our network prefer long term contracts (2 semesters); however, all teachers are required to sign a minimum 1 term contract (1 semester). 1 or 2 term contracts are acceptable, and will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis in concordance with the prospective school. Teachers who sign a one-year contract beginning from November are guaranteed 3 4 weeks paid holiday during the October break. Note: The contract signing will take place on the first week of school. Contracts must be signed in person. Schools are not permitted to sign contracts long distance. When a school accepts a teacher, we will send an approval letter to officially confirm the teacher s placement, which will conclude the application process.

Accommodation We will arrange for a school staff member to pick you up and take you to find accommodation once you first arrive at your school area.

4 Accommodation We will arrange for a school staff member to pick you up and take you to find accommodation once you first arrive at your school area. Non-B visa and work-permit: You must hold a non-immigrant visa B (non-b visa) in order to apply for a work permit. Before arriving to Thailand, you may apply for a non-b visa at a Thai embassy/consulate within reach. We are able to provide you with all the necessary documents for a speedy application process. If you are currently in Thailand on a tourist visa, you will need to first sign a contract with your new school and wait as we prepare the required documents for you to apply within a neighboring country. Bordering countries include: Malaysia, Laos, Cambodia, and Myanmar. Additional information about Rayong: The size of eastern part of Thailand is smaller than other regions. Formerly, this region was combined with central region of Thailand, however, due to different landscape that is similar to southern part of Thailand; it is unique and different from central region of Thailand. Most local people of this region are farmers and fishermen. Important crops of this region are rambutan, sugar cane, cassava and pine apple. Landscape of this area is basin and range located near the sea. It also contains with several important small and big islands including Koh Chang, Koh Mak and Koh Kood in the eastern part of the region; Koh Samed and Koh Mun in Rayong province; and Koh Lan, Koh Sichang in Chonburi province. This region is popular amongst our teachers. Most of them work and stay there for over 1 academic year because it is near central part of Thailand (Bangkok) with convenient transportation. In addition, it also has similar landscape to the southern part of Thailand therefore it has several attractions throughout the region. The province of Rayong is known for its fine beaches, tasty food and delectable durians. About 220 kilometers from Bangkok on Highway No. 3 or 179 kilometers on Highway No. 36 with its shortcut. Rayong offers some interesting sightseeing and pleasure. What to see and what to do in Rayong? Hat Laem Charoen and Hat Sang Chan are two connected beaches and are located 5 kms. south of town. Several seafood restaurants can be found near Hat Laem Charoen and there are bungalows scatterer along Hat Sang Chan.

5 Ko Saket Retch, a small offshore island, can be reached by boat at Ha Thong. The trip takes about fifteen minutes. The water around the island is clear and allows a fascination view of the underwater coral formations. Accommodation in camping tents is available. Reservation should be made in advance by Tel , in Ban and Tel. (038) in Rayong. Khao Laem Ya-Mu Ko Samet National Park is situated at Tambon Phe, Amphoe Muang Rayong. The park covers a wide stretch of area including shore, sea and islands. It has places of interest like Hat Mae Ramphung, Khao Laem Ya and Ko Samet. The Forestry Department has proclaimed it a national park in October Hat Mae Ramphung Accessible by a right turn from kilometer 229 on Sukhumvit Road, the clean beach slopes gently to the sea and is good for swimming. Hat Mae Ramphung is hugged by a road running for 10 kilometers. It has a small fisherman village called Ban Kon Ao situated at one end and several bungalows and houses for rent scattered along the way. Khao Laem Ya, a small shore hill, is located a bit beyond Ban Kon Ao along the beach road. Some parts of Khao Laem Ya are headlands stretching out into the sea. The park s office is located on a long beach at the foot of the hill. Ko Samet, on which Sunthorn Phu, Thailand s greatest poet based his most famous work, the story of Phra Aphaimani, is located 30 minutes or 6.5 kilometers off the coast or Ban Phe. Samet Island offers beautiful beaches with charming white sand and strange-shaped rocks, great for relaxation. The climate is always pleasantly cool with abundant rains in August and windy monsoons in May. Accommodations at Ban Phe and on the Samet Island are available. Hat Phayun and Hat Phala are located in Amphoe Ban Chang 33 kms.and 36 kms. respectively from Rayong. Both beaches are peaceful and suitable for swimming. The choice of accommodation ranges from luxury hotels to economy bungalows. Suan Son Pine Park, five kilometers from Ban Phe on the beach road, is a popular picnic place. It has shady areas, white clean sand and a number of seafood eateries. Reasonable accommodation is also available. Laem Mae Phim, with entries at km. 259, 263 and 268, is suitable for swimming, as waves are not too strong and the sea is clean and clear. To the north of the cape is a small offshore isle, Ko Khi Pla. For some unexplained reason, it can be reached somedays by walking, as the tide goes down to the extent that a road appears. Khao Chamao-Khao Wong National Park, about 17 kilometers off the main highway at km. 274, abounds with various types of trees and plants, as well as species highly valued as decorative plants. Khao Cha-mao Waterfall has 8 levels and is not too difficult to climb to the top. Bungalows are provided by National Park Tel , for reservation. About 77 kilometers from town and another 12 kilometers from a left turn at km. 286 Sukhumvit Highway is Tham Khao Wong (Cave). Accessibility during rainy season is rather difficult. There are about 80 large and small connecting chambers, all of which are beautifully decorated with natural stalactites and stalagmites.

Ko Man or Man Island Group consists of three islands namely Ko Man Nai, Ko Man Klang

It takes about 30 minutes by boat. The islands are good for viewing coral reefs.

Rayong is famous for its lush orchards, producing some of the country s best pomelo,

6 Ko Man or Man Island Group consists of three islands namely Ko Man Nai, Ko Man Klang and Ko Man Nok and is located 5 kms. from Laem Mae Phim. It takes about 30 minutes by boat. The islands are good for viewing coral reefs. Ko Man Nai is going to be developed into Sea Turtle Preservation Sanctuary and can be visited during the day. Rayong Fruit Fair is held during May or June at Amphoe Muang and Amphoe Klaeng. Rayong is famous for its lush orchards, producing some of the country s best pomelo, jackfruit, rambutan and durian. All will be on sale at this fair. Shrimp paste, fish sauce( for which the province is noted )and a wide variety of local handicrafts are also available at the fair.

03 - HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Herb Garden

03 - HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Herb Garden RAYONG PROVINCE 01 - Rayong Aquarium Located in the Eastern Marine Fisheries Research and Development Centre, Ban Phe, the aquarium keeps various kinds of beautiful fish and sea plants. The centre conducts