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May 30, 2017
May 30, 2017
Do we find our own housing once we get there? Also for anyone who is already there, I will be at the k-5 school but my daughter is going into 6th grade. Any idea how far that school will be from me or location?
We aren't gonna take my car..I think my SUV is too big and I've heard the train system is great. Thoughts? <...See More
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FunspedTeacher
That is correct however they are changing the k-8 to a k-5 Wasn't sure if they are opening a middle school or they are just combining the middle and high together Just hoping they have softball Woot!!!
TravelingTeacher to Daegu
I am also moving to Daegu. I was told we will find our own housing with a local agent once we arrive. You will probably be in temporary housing for 8-9 weeks! You can book a hotel or airbnb and be reimbursed later. One teacher there recommended booking soon. I got an airbnb for 2 weeks just so I have somewhere to go immediately. I found a fully ref...See More
May 30, 2017
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May 29, 2017
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anotherteacher
Thanks all! Should I call general HR or should I call specifically to Europe's HR since both are European positions. Could someone provide me with the number for HR since they haven't been very good at responding to my e-mails? Thanks!
HelpOthers
The HR contact information is on EAS, if you click "Contact us." Mailing Address for Overseas/Stateside Applicants: DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE EDUCATION ACTIVITY RECRUITMENT UNIT 4800 Mark Center Drive Alexandria, VA 22350-1401 (571) 372-0576 or (571) 372-0578) - Office (770) 268-7789 - Fax DSN - 372-0576 or 372-0578
May 29, 2017
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RJ
Been on DoDEA 8 years, never heard a mention of a drug test. That being said, if you are caught, you can say goodbye to your career. Recently a district office employee was caught drinking and driving by the base MPs. They sent him home.
Icanread
As a federal employee, we do receive emails and there are commercials on AFN stating that we are not allowed to smoke pot, even if you are in a country or US state where it is legal. That said, there is no drug testing. If you receive a DUI, you will also probably be fired. DoDEA doesn't mess around with those either.
May 29, 2017
I have all the paperwork but the online system does not give much info in the way of international travel.
My insurance ends on June 30 and fed insurance won't kick in until I am in Korea
Any advice or insight?
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oregonslp
I got a packet full of benefits paperwork (retirement, health plans, etc.) when I got my packet that had transportation order request and all that other fun stuff. It basically sounds like they gave me EVERYTHING at once with my tentative offer. I still haven't received a firm offer though...I've done Equip but my fingerprint cards haven't arrived ...See More
EmilyG
Did you get a link to the EBIS handbook? HR sent me some info on all of it and said the handbook was attached, but it wasn't, and looking through all of the plans is a bit confusing. It was unclear if I was supposed to actually do anything about it now or just wait until we show up. Our insurance goes until August 31, so I'm not too worried.
May 29, 2017
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Teach
Do not count on being able to take the Patriot Express, as you will be heading over there during peak PCS season for the military. They only have a very small number of pet spaces also. Most of my friends PCSing with pets have had to fly commercial because of the limited space for animals. We were required to fly the Patriot Express to and from Oki...See More
HelpOthers
My husband will be staying in our current location until at least the second week or so of September whether we have a place the dogs can continue their quarantine or not, so at least his travel should be after the peak PCS season. I forgot that he has an event he plans to attend the first week of September, so it is certain he will not travel with...See More
May 29, 2017
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HelpOthers
NewinNaples That is very good information to have. If I do get the position in Japan, my husband will be joining us in November with our two dogs. I will see if there is a less expensive route for him and the dogs. I hadn't thought about this possibility.
Couple of Questions
Oh, yeah, we would have been in trouble without doing it that way. We wouldn't have been able to afford bringing either pet with us. Summer embargoes can cause lots of problems too, and during that time, sometimes the only way to get your pets is to use a pet transporting company, which can get pricey. It didn't matter that we bought my husband's t...See More
May 28, 2017
I am hoping you guys can help me out. It is my understanding that after you receive a tentative offer, HR will send you a mammoth load of paperwork to be filled out within 5 days.
What exactly has to be done besides just filling out forms?
Could I possibly get it done in a day or two?
I'm thinking if I ...See More
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HelpOthers
Janie, thank you for the link. There are a few forms there, like the 5 year rule form, that we would not need. We might need most of the remaining forms depending on military status, etc. The forms are fill-able and capable of being saved, so download the form before completing it then save as a document to your files, to use when you do receive an...See More
GingerZin
I just wanted to thank you all for your kind and thoughtful advice! I have really enjoyed checking in on the forum to hear about everyone's future adventures! Best of luck to everyone!
May 28, 2017
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