AboutJared Romey Expertise I live in Puerto Rico so can answer travel related questions, as well as adapting to the local culture. I own a business in Puerto Rico, so can also answer questions related to that and similar business issues. I CANNOT answer detailed legal questions, as I have had almost no experience in this area. This includes being unable to answer questions on inheritance, trusts, probate, etc.
Experience I have lived in Puerto Rico for 7 years, and have traveled the island (as well as surrounding islands) extensively.
Publications Book "Speaking Boricua", 2004, about Puerto Rican spanish slang.
Book "Speaking Phrases Boricua", 2005, about Puerto Rican sayings.
Book "Speaking Argento", 2009, about Argentine spanish slang.
Book "Speaking Chileno", scheduled for early 2010, about Chilean spanish slang.
Education/Credentials Master's in International Business, with a focus in Finance and Spanish
Question Jared,
hola que tal? I am currently finishing my TEFL certificate in Spain, however, I am a US resident. I have traveled to Puerto Rico a ridiculous amount of times and absolutely am in love with it. (yes, I have seen the bad areas as well and I hang out in the local areas and yes I still love it) However, I'm trying to find work, preferably in a private school to teach English to kids, starting from kindergarten up to 12 years of age. Although, I am open to other age groups and teaching adults as well.
Please help???? I need advice, I found a couple schools, some in San Juan, one in Bayamon. I haven't heard responses yet....any advice? Would it be easier to just go there?
Answer Lana,
I would suggest to keep contacting them until you get a NO answer. The persistence may just work. Also, I would suggest contacting the Department of Education:
since they may have a list of private schools. The website www.superpagespr.com should provide a good list of schools for you to contact as well.
The magazine www.buscandopr.com may also be able to help you out if you contact them.
Just from memory I can think of The Baldwin School, American Military Academy, San Ignacio, Robinson School and St. John's, all private.
Finally, you should probably also keep in mind that the economy in Puerto Rico is suffering more than most countries. There are hundreds of teachers that were just laid off a week ago from the public school system. While most probably are not bilingual, some are and so that may affect the job market as well.
