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Hi, I just got a call saying they are now moving me to Okinawa, the middle school. Im asking around for information if anyone has any on location:) Thanks!
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HelpOthers If your new spouse is SOFA sponsored, you can let HR know that your application should have been as a local hire and see if there is anything they can do to change it and have you considered for only that area.

If you do this, they will not pay for your move to Korea or your housing, but you will receive a cost of living allowance.
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Jun 30, 2018
MP He isnt SOFA sponsored..(not really sure what that is..) so new to this system .. To clarify , my contract:duty is for 12months so am I able to "seperate" , reason being marriage and leave DODEA or would I have to stay another year(at least).. I emailed my local HR as well! It sucks..because I waited so long for this & now that I actually got i...See More
Jun 30, 2018
MP Even if I didnt get LQA I would still want to be in Korea if possible..
Jun 30, 2018
someday I know it isn't DODEA but have you thought about other teaching jobs in Korea. You could probably get something (it obviously wont pay as much) and then reapply as a local hire for next school year. I would also talk to HR and see if they can let you remain hirable with an open application for this school year because of the situation. Maybe someth...See More
Jun 30, 2018
haha That does sound like an unfortunate turn of events. You should try and get some clarification from HR (and from your fiancee about his status, benefits, etc.). Going in with the idea that you are likely going to leave after a year is not a great situation for you or anyone else involved.

It may end up that you need to take a pass on this p...See More
Jun 30, 2018


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