It can be incredibly frustrating when your qualifications are overlooked simply because English isn't your native language. Despite sending numerous job applications to international schools, I've often been disregarded due to this factor. But why should being a non-native speaker diminish my experience? I've successfully taught English to Thai students across various age groups, from M3 to middle-aged, at a language center. Throughout my eight years of teaching, I've received no complaints from either my colleagues or students. In fact, my students have expressed appreciation for my teaching style, finding my instructions clearer and tasks easier to grasp compared to those delivered by native speakers.

Many of my students continue to seek private tuition from me on weekends, and I've witnessed substantial improvement in their English proficiency. Experience, not native fluency, should be the primary criterion for evaluating educators. I urge for a fair chance for Asian applicants to showcase their skills during the interview process, rather than having our applications dismissed outright.

I kindly request the publication of my statement on ajarn.com to advocate for equal opportunities for Asian educators based on their abilities, rather than their appearance.

Benny