Lovingly referred to as ‘the city of rickshaws’ teaching in Dhaka is an experience you will never forget. The capital of Bangladesh is a bustling city of sensory overload, and promises to keep you engaged and offer a new adventure around each corner. The country is on a 9 year plan to get English out to the masses, which has created many jobs.
If you land a high-end private school job your $2,000 monthly salary will leave you with a very lavish lifestyle as most can live off of $600. There are also many volunteer opportunities that will cover your basic needs as you give back. Ken has lived in Bangladesh for over 5 years, and has advice on just about everything. If you are considering this country his blog is a must read.