Sunday, April 3, 2011

Layoffs Go International: US Says Paalam to Filipino Teachers

Layoffs Go International: US Says Paalam to Filipino Teachers

Layoffs Go International: US Says Paalam to Filipino Teachers


First Filipino teachers used to flock to the US for teaching jobs. Then they were abused by placement agencies.Now they’re getting laid off and forced to return home, not on the basis of seniority or performance, some claim, but because of their nationality. Only those who teach in areas of high need, such as special ed, are being