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ESLtrainer
  11/5/2011 08:14 EST

Hi,

I've been living in Yangon 2 months now and am eager to create a social network, with other expats living here. I know one other but tend to only meet people traveling through.

I am a English teacher/trainer and generally enjoying my time here, but would be great to meet other like-minded people for conversation, activities, swapping living tips etc..

Get in touch, if your interested! Thanks

itshamish
  2/1/2012 13:39 EST

Good-day, ESL Trainer!

Just wondering how you were getting on with establishing your network?

I am keen to teach Business English and/or TEFL in Burma and I would be grateful for any suggestions that you might have.

I look forward to meeting you one day soon..

With thanks,

Hamish

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ESLtrainer
  2/1/2012 23:37 EST

Thanks for your post hamish.

Making a few friends, but no expat network as yet.

There are some private education institutes here in Yangon, however I don't see many job adverts. Have you tried the British Council. They maybe able to guide you on this. I know they have English teachers there. Sending your CV directly seems to be the best way.

Myanmar is really opening up , I hope this will create more opportunities in the near future.

Good luck!

itshamish
  2/2/2012 08:32 EST

Many thanks for the prompt, constructive advice. I envy you on the threshold of historic events in Burma.

History shows that once these movements start they are irreversible - I have seen South Africa, East Germany and China in my adult life... but of all those events the most momentous will be Burma. Not just its strategic position between India and China but because those wonderful, kind, charming people deserve so much better.

I would have intense pride in contributing just a tiny bit to the process. I hope we meet up one day and thanks again for your helpful advice.

sc1512
  2/18/2012 05:21 EST

Hello, I hope you are finding more friends in Burma. I'm from Burma but I've been living in the States for a bit over a decade. When I was in Burma, there was no such place where expats socialize on a regular basis. At the moment, I don't know how that may or may not have changed. As far as teaching is concerned, British Council and American Center might be very selective and they may have very stringent requirements and the openings may be limited. A native English speaker is always highly sought after for private tutoring.

dartagnan
  3/13/2012 15:28 EST

Greetings,
Will visit Burma next month. Am considering taking TEFL class to teach English in Myanmar.
Can you share any suggestions on places to visit, class to take, things to know?
Did spend a day in Malamyine 2 years ago. Had several chances to visit Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam.
Thank you,
Daniel Kallick

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nicholaslim
  3/17/2012 11:40 EST

Hi, esl trainer,

I am going to be there soon in Yangoon.

my email address ia
[email protected]

we keep in touch

facebook me at
nicholas chorhian lim

cheers

dartagnan
  4/24/2012 13:36 EST

Greetings, expect to arrive in Yangon the second week of May. My email address is [email protected]
Expect to chase adventure then settle in a Monastary for meditation, reflection. Am warming up with a fortnight in Bucerias Mexico. Any suggestions on behavior, don't miss areas, making friends and avoiding detention are greatly appreciated.
Danny,

Edwards
  5/6/2012 00:02 EST

Hey there. Yes work is very slow for esl teachers at the moment. It if you can get a job you can get about 1000 usd per month with he right qualifications and you need to be European. Not sure if the changes won't be reversed. That's what we all thought in 1990 when the election was coming!

tomwang
  4/7/2013 07:15 EST

hi

tom here...just arr in yangon..

would like to touch base..

[email protected]

dabbott
  4/16/2013 09:37 EST

Hi. Sorry to bother you. Our dog has gone missing from the Golden Valley area. He is a part chihuahua, about nine months old and answers to the name Smudge. If anyone has any idea where we can find him please, send me an email at [email protected].

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aishaamanita
  12/11/2013 10:15 EST

Hello there,

I am about to make the move to Yangon, Myanmar to teach English. It is the first time I have visited and won't know anybody at all! I am from the UK.

Thanks,
Aisha

sawkedopo
  7/14/2014 04:22 EST

Hello
Please count me in. I also like to have more friend whose travelling around the world. i'm from Burma but studying and working in Singapore for 14 years and planing to move back to Yangon, Myanmar in August 2014.
Hope can catch up if there is a chance.
kind regards
kedo

Jessmyanmar
  3/19/2016 11:08 EST

Hi my name is Jess,

I will be moving to Myanmar in August this year, I am just wondering if this community has been established?

For anyone wishing to get in touch my email address is [email protected]

Thanks,

Jess

James76161
  3/22/2016 12:53 EST

Would love to hear from you regarding a network in Yangon. I can be contacted on [email protected]

Peichuan
  6/3/2016 22:35 EST

Greetings!
I will be moving to Yangon from Taiwan soon in July 2016..
I am wondering if this network has been established. Please add me in and will be happy to make new friends. Thanks.
Pei

GaryK
  6/20/2016 16:52 EST

Hi there,
I'm moving to Yangon in September so will be looking to meet up with expats to chat to and get advice from.
GaryK

vardonrp
  6/30/2016 16:53 EST

Hello there - I'm Burmese and a US citizen, retired. I'll be coming to Yangon on December, 2016 and travelling up north to Maymyo, my place of birth.
Would like to meet you.

Roger

GaryK
  7/18/2016 02:37 EST

GaryK here again. Hoping to arrive late August or September and would like to meet fellow expats:
[email protected]

Acadian450
  7/23/2016 06:50 EST

I am moving to Mawlamyine in September, the fourth I hope. Will be stopping in Yangoon for a week or so if anyone is around. I am going to teach English in the Mon state parliament if the Visa comes through! I know three other people from Canada moving to Yangoon between now and September. I ll direct them to this forum.

GaryK
  8/22/2016 13:55 EST

I arrive in Yangon on September 3rd for 2 years and will be looking for contacts/friends.
[email protected]

belindasw
  9/6/2016 06:51 EST

I have started a watsapp community for expats in Yangon. So if you are here do message me your number and I can add you to the group, as there are regular meetups over weekends and some weekdays. Welcome to Yangon.

Peichuan
  9/6/2016 09:39 EST

Hi,
my phone: +95 9458284329
Please add me in.

Pei

vardonrp
  9/6/2016 13:08 EST

Hi ESL trainer - my name is Roger, born in Burma, lived there till Gen. Nay Win took over the second time, so my family moved to USA.
I travel to asia frequently, and of course to Burma... will be in Malaysia, November 2016 and headed to Burma. My email is '[email protected]' if you want to contact... I travel all over burma and have family, and friends all over . Thanks

GaryK
  9/7/2016 00:38 EST

Hi everyone.
I think the Whatsapp idea is great.

My number is +6586463270

In my first week here and enjoying it immensely.
GaryK

vardonrp
  9/7/2016 15:08 EST

Roger

1 806 433 0233

vardonrp
  9/7/2016 15:12 EST

Like you, I was born in burma - now live in USA.
The place check out for ESL (english as a second language) teacher is the catholic schools and church. They have many orphans, and the missionaries teach english and need good teachers.

tsing
  9/9/2016 13:09 EST

Hi guys,

i am a malaysian working in singapore for around 6 years. will be moving to yangon on Oct and looking for some friends to hang around.

will share my number once i arrive at yangon.

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