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LOCATION AND COURSE INFORMATION Surabaya,EastJava IndonesiaFinal PaymentThe balance of your course fees can be paid by credit card (but only Mastercard and Visa), cash or traveler’s checks in USD. All accounts must be settled by the first day of the course. Please note – if you choose to pay cash in Indonesian Rupiah, the associated exchange rate to USD will be determined by the Course Director as advised by the exchange rate offered at www.xe.com/ucc.Bank Account : Tjan Emiliawati Tjandra~Netty Poernomo BCA HR Muhammad(branch) , Surabaya, Jawa Timur, Indonesia ac # 829-040-5522 BCA Swiftcode: CENAIDJA Bank BCA(Banc Central Asia) Visa and Passport InformationAll visitors to Indonesia are required to carry a passport valid for at least six months after arrival date. Visitors to Indonesia from the United Kingdom, North America, Australia and New Zealand can stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days on a tourist visa. This cannot be extended without leaving the country. Citizens from all other countries should contact their local consulate to obtain current travel regulations.It is possible to arrange a 60 day visa from outside Indonesia, before you arrive. Check with the nearest Indonesian consulate or Embassy. *As this information is subject to change at any time, we advise everyone to contact your local consulate for current travel regulations prior to planning your trip. Working in IndonesiaIf you are planning on seeking work in Indonesia, please bring along your original diploma and transcripts from College, Technical School or High School, as well as a copy of your birth certificate.There is great demand for qualified TEFL teachers throughout the world. TEFL Indonesia provides the following services in this area:
Getting to SurabayaThere is an International airport in Surabaya welcoming direct flights from Europe, Singapore and Hong Kong, although more available and inexpensive flights go to Jakarta. From Jakarta, many airlines run inexpensive flights directly to Surabaya, offering breathtaking views of Indonesia’s landscape. These flights cost less than 50 USD one way. Buses and trains do run from Jakarta to Surabaya, and the twelve-hour ride will cost approximately 10 USD. The train station is just outside of the center of Surabaya. A taxi can take you to the school.Transportation upon arrivalYour accommodation is available starting on the Thursday before the course begins through the Monday following the final week. We hope you will plan to arrive in Surabaya by Saturday at the latest, as this will give you a chance to relax and get accustomed to your surroundings before the course begins.Prior to the course start date, between 8am and 8pm, we provide transportation from Surabaya airport to your local accommodation. If you are traveling to Surabaya by bus during these days, call us prior to boarding the bus and we will pick you up at your scheduled arrival time at the bus station. For those arriving at any other time please contact us for further details. Here is the contact information:Netty PoernomoCourse Director n_poernomo@yahoo.com TEFL International Indonesia Raya Darmo Permai 111 KAV 15 BLOK C1 C2 Surabaya, Jawa Timur, 60241 Indonesia Telephone: +62 31 732 0973 Fax: +62 31 732 0974 Important NoteRegardless of your arrival day and time, we ask that you assist us in preparing for all arrivals by providing us with your travel arrangements via email at admin.teflindo@gmail.com. Please do so as soon as your travel plans are confirmed and at least one week prior to your scheduled arrival time. Help us help you by providing this information!Early ArrivalsIf you wish to arrive in Surabaya before the Thursday when your accommodation is available, TEFL Indonesia can provide assistance in finding reasonably priced and well located rooms.Accommodation detailsAccommodation in Surabaya will consist of a private room (unless otherwise requested) located either near the school or in an apartment within a five-minute walk to the school. All rooms have a private bath and are clean, comfortable and adequately furnished. Your accommodation is near the school. It is private, with private bathroom and A/C.All rooms are also located within easy reach of various restaurants, bars and entertainment sites. Bedding is provided; however, you will need to bring your own towels. You are more than welcome to invite friends or family members to stay in your room during the course - just please let us know as soon as possible. There is a minimal extra charge per additional person per room. Please be assured that any special requests or requirements regarding accommodation will be taken into account, and TEFL Indonesia will make every effort to oblige. School Location and FacilitiesThe school building is located in the heart of Surabaya, offering easy access to exploring all the best beaches, entertainment and tourist sites the city has to offer. The building is spacious and comfortable, with large classrooms, white boards and complete resource materials.The school phone, fax and internet facilities are available for trainee use with prior approval from the School Manager. Outgoing mail can be left at the front desk and will be posted the following morning. We simply charge you the same price that the post office charges us. Training ScheduleThe first class will take place Monday morning at 9:30 a.m., at which time we will provide a complete course schedule. Sessions generally run between 9:30 a.m. and 4.30 p.m. with regular breaks.There will be a welcome meal provided by the school on the first day of the course. Trainees are expected to attend all input and other sessions included on the schedule unless they are sick and require medical treatment. This is particularly important for Teaching Practice (TP) as it is very difficult to arrange alternate TP times. Course Dress and RequirementsFor all input and tutorial sessions at the training location, there are no specific dress requirements, yet we ask that you be mindful of your peers and respectful of the fact that you are a visitor in another country.During Teaching Practice, however, there are specific dress requirements that adhere to the local working culture and basic ideas of professionalism. All trainees are expected to dress “casually smart” according to the following guidelines: Women: Shoulders should be covered; sleeveless shirts are acceptable, but very thin straps or tank tops are not. No low-cut necklines or very short skirts. Bare midriffs must not be visible, even when lifting arms up. Open-toed shoes are acceptable except when visiting local schools. Men: Long pants; no raggedy jeans. Short- or long-sleeved shirt with a collar; a tie is not required. Sandals are acceptable, yet closed shoes are preferred and required when visiting local schools. Long hair should be neatly tied back into a pony-tail. *Note – in the event that we visit local schools for Teaching Practice, please be prepared to dress professionally. Women are to be neatly dressed with covered shoulders and knees, men in long pants and button-down shirts (ties will be provided). Only closed-toed shoes will be acceptable for both women and men. No tennis shoes or jeans, please. ResourcesPlease bring a pen and a notebook for taking notes during class. All relevant course books and materials will be provided, and the school has a large resource library for reference.Photocopying, fax, telephone and internet facilities are available for use by trainees. Trainee Post-Course EvaluationsEach trainee will be asked to complete a written evaluation form at the end of the course, which will remain anonymous and confidential. These evaluations are aimed to give trainees the opportunity to provide feedback regarding anything to do with the course, trainers, accommodation, and so forth.In addition, we welcome your open and honest feedback at any stage during the course, so that we can continue to improve the training course and the facilities provided at the training location. Your thoughts are truly invaluable, so please share them! ABOUT SURABAYAIn-Town TransportationThe easiest ways to make your way around the city are via taxi or Becak (a small truck-like taxi). When hiring a becak always negotiate and agree to a price before accepting the ride. Never enter a taxi that has no meter. Cars and motorcycles are available for hire locally.Drinking WaterTap water is deemed unsafe to drink in Indonesia; therefore, therefore you should only drink bottled water during your stay. Bottled water is very inexpensive and readily available in the school and throughout the city. Ice in hotels and restaurants is always purified and therefore safe.ShoppingAll types of shopping facilities exist on the city – from Indonesia supermarkets and department stores to small shops selling local handicrafts and markets selling fresh produce. No doubt you will find plenty to buy in Surabaya!Local Weather ConditionsThe average climate conditions in Surabaya are tropical throughout the year - hot and humid during the day with cool, temperate breezes at night. The local rainy season lasts from October through April. During this time, heavy tropical rains fall mainly in the late afternoon, yet the remainder of the day offers clear skies and stunning sunsets. Daily highs average 30-34ºC in the hottest months, with a nighttime low of 21ºC.As this description is an average, we highly recommend that you check current weather conditions prior to departure to assist you in your travel preparations. Get Acquainted!Beautiful beaches, dramatic scenery, fascinating sights, mountain and rain forest trekking,Internationally renowned cuisine, a wide variety of water sports, an intense and pulsating nightlife… Surabaya has something to please everyone! And all can be enjoyed on a very limited budget, so you should never be bored during your free time. Before your arrival, we highly recommend you purchase a descriptive guide book or do some online research to familiarize yourself and get acquainted with Surabaya and all it has to offer. For more information on Surabaya and the country of Indonesia, we recommend the following sites:Should you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Email: n_poernomo@yahoo.com Email: adryan.teflindo@gmail.com Email: admin.teflindo@gmail.com Yahoo Chat: duplez@yahoo.com MSN Chat:duper@hotmail.com TEFL International Indonesia Here is the contact information: Adryan Sutanto Telephone: +62 081 703284155 Wayne Duplessis Telephone: +62 087 851 964 031 (call or text) Netty Poernomo Course Director Telephone: +62 31 732 0973 Fax: +62 31 732 0974 Campus Address: TEFL International Indonesia Raya Darmo Permai 111 KAV 15 BLOK C1 C2 Surabaya, Jawa Timur, 60241 Indonesia Telephone: +62 31 732 0973 Fax: +62 31 732 0974 Telephone or text (within Indonesia) 031 70391074 We look forward to welcoming you to Surabaya! |